Frequently asked questions

We'll shoot wherever fits your vision best! My home studio (downtown Saint Louis) is where most of my shoots take place, but some prefer to shoot in their own homes, rent an Airbnb or hotel suite with decor they love, or even shoot at a secluded outdoor location. Here's a blog with some of my favorite local spots.

I never charge travel fees for locations within a 30-minute drive from Saint Louis. If I do have to charge clients for travel, it's an additional $10.00 for each extra half hour of driving time.

I've also flown for several shoots—just message me and we'll chat!

I photograph you alone, edit your images alone, and will never post your photos without permission. I understand how important it is to have a boudoir photographer you can trust! Your photos are handled with respect every step of the way, and you'll download your images from a private, password-protected gallery.

You can, but I don't recommend it! Be certain it's a friend you feel 100% comfortable posing in front of. Or instead, consider renting a dreamy Airbnb and booking a double boudoir session! Just please don't bring your romantic partner to watch us—it can be awkward for me to be in the middle of that!

I will always make time for a last-minute shoot if I can, but don't leave it to chance if you can help it! Some clients decide to book on a whim, and others book 9 months out to save up, meet fitness goals, etc. and I love both kinds of clients so much! I'd say four to six weeks is ideal to give yourself time to build your wardrobe, schedule hair appointments, etc., but it's not necessary. Not much time is needed if you're looking at a Tease or Angel package especially, simply because there are fewer schedules to align. It's just you and me, my friend!

Yes! Half of your fee is required to reserve your session date and serves as a nonrefundable security deposit. The other half isn't due until 48 hours before your session. If you need some wiggle room or smaller payments, please feel welcome letting me know when you first reach out.

My promised turnaround for finished images is four weeks after the session date, but it is very often much quicker than that. Rush edits are doable as long as I know in advance.

Some of my packages include this and some do not. I give the option to exclude professional hair and makeup services to make sure I'm accessible to clients who don't want to or can't feasibly drop a larger sum on their session. Maybe you already love the way you do your own hair and makeup! (Styled hair and/or professional makeup aren't required, by the way.)

Many of my boudoir packages include an album filled with your favorite images, but a-la-carte prints and products are also available for purchase within your gallery. There are no expectations for you to purchase products from me.

Definitely not. A boudoir session can still be a liberating experience even fully covered. It's easy to get creative with outfits and sheets! Never let a photographer pressure you to show more skin than you're ready for.

No way! A boudoir session may sound intimidating, but even my most self-doubting clients start to relax after just a few shots. It's my job to make you feel comfortable and at ease, and I will pose you from head to toe! You (most likely) aren't a professional model, and I certainly do not expect you to act like one. All you have to do is show up and trust me!

Yes, and I already adore you for being so thoughtful. Contact me and I'll get the process started for you!

In the past, clients have asked me to photograph them in a way that leaves out a specific feature, or to edit things out altogether. This is your shoot and I will do whatever is in my means (and is reasonable) to accommodate your concerns! Having said that, I hope that every client knows that we are all far too self-critical. Own it all!

Solely for your own comfort, I recommend it!

Yes! Boudoir parties are so much fun and make for a perfect girls' night, birthday celebration or bachelorette party! The energy at a boudoir party always has me smiling for days afterward. Note: I don't have the space in-studio to accommodate more than two clients at a time!

Bringing props is a great way to add some personality to your session. I will happily help you come up with some unique ideas to make your session feel extra special! I've shot clients reading, baking, FaceTiming, eating pizza, playing video games, wearing ballet shoes, working out, referencing their favorite book or movie and even cosplaying. Just no guns. Here's a helpful blog about props!

You will be guided from start to finish and top to bottom, so you can relax and leave the work to me! I do my best to match my client's energy, so every session feels slightly different. Music will be playing upon your arrival, the playlist curated around whether you are doing this for yourself or for a partner. Lots of bright flashes and laughs—I assure you, I'm about as un-intimidating as it gets.

The posing flow is different with everyone, as well. I strongly dislike "pose flow checklists." I don't force clients into a strict routine of pre-decided poses because I believe every woman is different, feels differently, moves differently, loves different parts of herself, has a different personality, etc. I refuse to treat you all like rotisserie chickens: "lay on your back, turn to your side, turn to your stomach, ok you're done."