From My Perspective: Capturing Confidence and Joy
Every session tells a unique story, and this particular day was nothing short of magical. When my client arrived at the studio, she admitted she felt a little nervous but also excited to do something just for herself. From the moment she walked through the door, I could tell this session was going to be special.
Starting the Day with Ease
We started the day with some light conversation as she got her hair and makeup done. It’s one of my favorite parts of the process—watching my clients relax and transform right before the session even begins. As she sipped on her coffee and laughed with the stylist, I could see her nerves starting to melt away, replaced with a spark of anticipation.
Once she was ready, we went through her outfit choices. She brought pieces that made her feel confident and comfortable, and together we chose looks that truly reflected her personality and style. The excitement started building as she saw the vision for her session coming together.
Finding Confidence in the Moment
The shoot began with some soft poses to ease her into the process. At first, she hesitated with a nervous laugh, unsure of how to move, but that’s where I come in. I demonstrated poses and gave her clear guidance, and soon she began to let go of the self-doubt. With each click of the camera, her confidence grew.
We turned on her favorite playlist, and before long, she was laughing, moving effortlessly, and completely owning the moment. Watching her embrace her beauty and let her personality shine was absolutely inspiring. She’d gone from tentative to radiant, and it was incredible to witness.
The Reveal
After the session, we sat down to reveal all of her gorgeous images! Before we started she warned me she might cry—and she did! The look on her face as she saw herself—truly saw herself—was unforgettable. She said, “I can’t believe that’s me.” It’s a moment I live for as a photographer: helping someone see their beauty and strength in a way they may never have before.
After we viewed all of her images she turned to hug me and told me how much she loved every image, and hearing her joy brought tears to my own eyes. “I’ve never felt so beautiful,” she said.
She shared how much it meant to have this experience, especially during a time when she hadn’t always felt her best. Whether 8 1/2 months pregnant or newly postpartum, she said, I had always been her biggest cheerleader, reminding her of her worth and beauty in every stage of life. Her kind words about me being her “biggest hype girl” reminded me why I love this work so much.
Why This Matters
This session was about more than just taking photos; it was about celebrating her journey and helping her reconnect with herself. Boudoir photography is a transformative experience—one that allows women to see themselves in a new light and embrace their unique beauty.
To my incredible client who trusted me with this experience, thank you. Thank you for letting me be part of your story, for sharing your vulnerability and strength, and for reminding me why this work is so important.
To anyone considering a session: know that this day is about you. It’s about celebrating who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’re going. And I promise, you’ll love every second of it.
Her Kind words:
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Maddie on several occasions, she is incredibly talented at what she does, I have yet to see a bad picture or one I didn’t love. For me a talented photographer is great, but what matters even more is the kind of person Maddie is , how she’s made me feel while photographing me even when I didn’t love the way I looked. Whether it be 8 1/2 months pregnant or newly Postpartum, Maddie was my biggest hype girl and made me feeling truly beautiful at every stage. Get your tissues ready when she sends the gallery for viewing, what she’s captured each time has made me cry tears of Joy!
Maddie is truly a 10/10.”
