Mom in Her 40's Shares Her Boudoir Experience | Boudoir Photos in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona near Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, AZ

Miss M came to Arizona for a girls’ weekend in Old Town Scottsdale. But she packed more than just bathing suits and sunscreen; she brought lingerie and the courage to say yes to herself for an empowering boudoir photoshoot! This wasn’t just a vacation — it was an opportunity to nurture her relationship with a long-time friend and reconnect with herself on a level she hadn’t had a chance to for a while. She told me that booking boudoir shoots was a must for the girls this trip! And, choosing the right place to do it was incredibly important to her and her best friend. It would mean more than just pictures. It would be a moment to step out of their comfort zone, reclaim their confidence, and celebrate themselves!

After Miss M’s session, she wanted to share what it was like from her own experience and how doing something like this would transform the way she sees herself and ultimately help her feel beautiful again.

Is your fear of not being photogenic holding you back from booking a boudoir session?

Have you ever found yourself taking countless selfies to capture a single image that you consider worth sharing? Or cringe when you see a photo of yourself taken by someone else? You're not alone. Many women who have entered our boudoir studio have felt this way at some point in their lives. Even looking in the mirror can create a narrative that influences how you see yourself. The mirror often reflects a version of ourselves that is familiar but can present as problematic, especially for someone who tends to be hypercritical. This ultimately can lead to frustration and self-doubt (or the belief that you are not photogenic enough).

Comparatively, professional photographs reveal angles and perspectives we’re not accustomed to seeing, which might explain why they can feel uncomfortable or even scary at first. It's important to remember that this is a shared experience; many women get nervous about being photographed. In the context of something as daring as a boudoir photo shoot, those nerves become more prevalent.

But what if we changed that narrative? What if …