When I first discovered boudoir photography, it felt creative and slightly like fashion photography. Then, one day I made plans to take some fashion-style self-portraits at my mom's house. She had just demolished a spare bedroom. The room was completely gutted, with exposed walls and debris on the floor. It was perfect! However, within minutes I realized it wasn't working. I didn't like the outfits or my ideas. Still determined to get some self-portraits, I dug through my bag of random clothes that I had packed. I ended up wearing a sheer floral bodysuit. I had no idea what I was doing. I didn't know any boudoir poses, and I had forgotten my tripod. There I was, half-naked in a cold, dusty room. My camera propped up on a wobbly stack of books as I ran back and forth between the camera and my designated spot. When it was all said and done, I knew from that moment on that I had to pursue boudoir photography.

I want every woman to experience the power of boudoir and have stunning images of themselves. I've been able to witness first-hand how impactful this experience can be for my clients. Boudoir is a celebration of our bodies and ourselves. It's an experience that will make you feel connected to your sensual side.

I love the personal, intimate, and very vulnerable one-on-one experience that I get with each person. Boudoir photography is an opportunity to make a real connection and truly bond with the women around me. I'm building a community of women celebrating themselves and each other.

…And that's why I'm a boudoir photographer.

Here are the self-portraits that made me pursue boudoir photography. The image quality is poor but they will always have a special place in my heart.