BOUDOIR SESSION GUIDE
Hello, Darlin’!
BOUDOIR SESSION GUIDE
Hello Darlin’!
Welcome!
WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU
This guide will walk you through the process of what a Boudoir session is and how the process works over here at CSP. Sit down, grab your favorite beverage and read this until the very end! We are excited to see you in the studio soon!
(For more information on our Couples Boudoir Experience, HERE.)
If you have any questions after reading this, please feel free to reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Our studio hours are M-F 9am-4pm.
See Our Gallery
Getting acquainted with our work is one of the best ways to get ready for your session. See our full boudoir gallery to preview the poses, the lighting, and accessories that we include with our photography experience.
Everything You Need To Know
ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Q: Where are you located?
Our studio is located near downtown Sacramento, CA. We have multiple sets, a makeup station wardrobe room, and a fabulous reveal area full of samples and a drop down screen from which you will view your images during your reveal.
Q: So, what is boudoir?
Boudoir technically is a French word which means ‘a woman’s dressing room or bedroom’, but I like to think of it as just a fancy word for women’s intimate portraiture. Boudoir is NOT pornographic. Boudoir can be fun, flirty, beautiful, cute, sexy, feminine, intimate, candid, posed, or really anything else you want it to be. If you have not already joined our private VIP group on Facebook, I highly suggest that you do!
Q: I don’t look like the women in your portfolio!
I actually believe that boudoir is the best gift you can give YOURSELF, to capture your essence as you are now. When you need a reminder of the strong, beautiful woman that you are, you will have a collection of amazing portraits to look upon. I love it when women come to me for themselves.
The images we create together will boost your self esteem and your confidence, and that should be celebrated by YOU! It will help you reclaim your femininity, your sexuality, two things that are often lost as we get consumed with our lives, our jobs, our families. Put that pep back in your step, and reflect on the bodacious babe you are. Celebrate the body that you live in!
Q: What about retouching?
We are happy to retouch your images! All of our images will have pimples, bruises, scratches, and under eye circles removed. We also offer retouching on things like cellulite, scars, small tattoos, stretchmarks, etc that you may want removed. Honestly, most of our clients are WOW-ed at how amazing their images look straight out of camera and opt for less retouching than they thought they needed. It’s all a very personal decision, and one that we leave up to you once you have viewed your images. We do not remove tan lines or correct skin tone from tanning beds or spray tans, so proceed with caution.
Q: Can you make me look thinner?
I want to help you feel beautiful now, just the way you are. We flatter you with hair and makeup styling, a wardrobe that compliments your figure, and amazing lighting and posing techniques to highlight your best ass-sets (see what I did there?). I do not believe in heavy photoshopping. Don’t get me wrong, we will gladly remove all of your bruises and pimples, but we don’t want to over manipulate your body to make you look like someone you are not. We already live in a time where we are consumed with unrealistic bodies in the media, I want to show you that you are beautiful at this very moment.
Q: What will I wear?
We are all here to give you the 411 on how to look and feel like a bombshell for your session. My policy is always “when in doubt, bring it”! You are welcome to make a Pinterest board and share it with me, so I can help you make your dream shoot a reality. You will have 3 outfit / Set changes in a regular boudoir session. You will want to pick 3 different pieces of lingerie and we recommend bringing 3 different color options! Once you book your session we will send you an awesome email with links to pieces we ourselves have purchased and our many clients have purchased as well to help direct you!
Q: Do I get to talk to you before my session?
Before your session we will have a consultation over the phone so that we can prepare you for your session and get to know you better. We are here for you every step of the way to make sure that you feel prepared and comfortable during this whole process. If you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Your Photographer
MEET CARMEN SALAZAR
Our boudoir studio is an all female, non-judgemental and body positive environment where women can feel comfortable and excited about exploring and celebrating who they are through photography. Every woman that walks through our doors becomes part of the sisterhood of Boudoir Beauties at Carmen Salazar Photography.
We’ve captured many women – all of whom are unique – but together share in the sense of empowerment, vulnerability and rejuvenated confidence after their portrait experience. It is such an honor and gift to be in the presence of such feminine greatness and to celebrate it. We can’t wait for you to be next!
Our mission is to help women of any age and size celebrate their unique beauty by creating an empowering transformational experience that ignites confidence, emboldens feminine spirits, and sees ‘flaws’ as characteristics of beauty.
Your Session Day
Everything you need to know about the photoshoot
Q: Who is going to be there the day of my session?
- You
- Your photographer (Carmen Salazar)
- Our Studio Manager (Nicole)
- Your hair and makeup artist (Alexa, Summer, Jessica, or Taylor – you will be assigned someone and will find out who the day of your session unless you ask in advance).
Q: How does this work??
Your entire experience will last approximately 7 hours. You will receive hair and makeup styling, wardrobe styling, and much more! Your photographer is going to pose you from head to pointed toe, and help you with a variety of facial expressions! Prepare to be sore after your session, we do a LOT of bending and twisting (it’s quite the workout!). Studio Sessions begin at 9AM Monday – Friday, we break for lunch, and you will return to the studio for your Image Reveal & Ordering Appointment! We will select which images you would like to purchase and how you would like to display them at home! Ordering appointments take approximately 1-2 hours, so please plan to be at the studio until approximately 4PM! We offer a 0 interest pre and post payment plans on all of our artwork offerings. We do not have an artwork minimum order. We understand either way this is an investment, which is why many women prefer the pre-payment or post payments!
Q: How long does it take to get all my artwork back?
You will receive your images in about 4-6 weeks from the date of your session or your last payment! We do not offer online galleries or multiple appointments for your reveal, all ordering decisions must be made at your reveal appointment.
Q: I need my images by XX date, when should I book?
Our studio books up in advanced quickly and our printed products can take up to 6 weeks for delivery. If you have a special occasion coming up please call the studio at 916-747-3293 to see if we are able to accommodate you.
Q: Can my spouse/friend/mom come to my session or my ordering appointment?
We do not allow guests to be present for any portion of the time you spend with us. Our services are best delivered in a 1-on-1 atmosphere with your complete undivided attention.
Included In Your Session:
multiple stylized studio sets
Professional Hair and Makeup
CLIENT Lingerie WARDROBE ACCESS
multiple OUTFIT CHANGES
SAME DAY REVEAL AND ORDERING
EDITORIAL QUALITY RETOUCHING
CUSTOMIZED WALL ART & ALBUM DESIGN
LUXURY PAMPERING EXPERIENCE
The Investment
ABOUT OUR PRICING
So how much does it cost to book?
The Session Fee is $450 and is required to reserve a space on our calendar. Our Session Fee can be paid in full or split into 2 payments of $225. If the payment is split, the first half is due to reserve the session space on the calendar, the second half is due within 30 days of the first.
(What does the session fee include?
The $450 Session Fee Includes:
30 Minute Pre-Session Consultation
Private Use of the Boudoir Studio
Professional Hair and Makeup Application (1 look)
Access to our Client Wardrobe
60-90 Minutes of Photography with Carmen
Complete Posing and Expression Coaching
Minimum of 3 Wardrobe Changes
Private In-Person Reveal & Image Ordering Appointment
**All artwork including digital files are purchased separately from the session fee **
What can I expect to spend at my Reveal & Ordering Appointment?
Before we have created your images, it is hard for me to give you an exact figure as to what to expect. Some women come to me and just get a basic album, others come to me and want it all and invest several thousands on a variety of products. Keep in mind what you spend is up to you. You can purchase from our Collection Menu or the A La Carte Menu, both of which will be sent to you immediately following the completion of your booking process.
What I can say is this: if you are looking for a “quick shoot” or “just a few images,” this is not the session for you. We offer an entire day experience and will show you anywhere from 50-100 final images that will be printed on luxury products. It is certainly an investment, one that is worth it’s weight in gold. You’ll never tire of looking at your images or forget the way the session day made you feel.
All artwork, including digital files, are purchased separately from the session fee. We offer an extensive list of beautiful artwork options. Artwork consists of everything from a digital file package to albums, wall art, portrait boxes and so much more! Our average client invest $3800, some more, some less it’s completely up to you!
Don’t stress we have no interest payment plans available so you can have the exact artwork you desire. For a full detailed list of all of our available artwork options click HERE to book a quick consultation call with us! Have sticker shock? No worries, we know that this experience is an investment and therefore we offer several different payment plan options. You can split up the cost of any of our products via our interest-free in-house payment plan and make smaller monthly or weekly payments towards your purchase leading up to your shoot (usually 6-12 months) or you can get financing through PayPal Credit HERE.
IT’S TIME TO
Invest In You!
After your photoshoot, you’ll view your boudoir portraits and work with your personal design consultant to create custom artwork to remember your boudoir experience! We want you to wake up every day and be inspired by the woman you see in your artwork. The strong and beautiful woman you are to your core!
Storyboards
Our storyboards are a great way to celebrate your boudoir session in one statement piece. Your design consultant will help you design the piece that speaks to your heart. Our storyboards are available as metal, canvas or Italian finish.
Wall Art
The perfect way to select multiple portraits and display them in a unique design, with size options to fit any space. Our wall art collections are available in canvas, metal or wood finish.
Portrait Boxes
Display your favorite photos perfectly mounted and tucked nicely in a beautiful and stylish archival portrait box. Our portrait box features our fine art 8×10 matted prints and allows for you to get creative with changing your featured photograph on the cover.
Albums
Let us create the perfect heirloom album that features your boudoir portraits exquisitely. We offer a few sizes and many fabric color choices to customize it to your taste. It’s the perfect piece to have on your bedside table to share with your partner or to keep for yourself.
The Next Steps
If you’ve made it this far and are ready to take the next step, you can click the link to book your session! If you have further questions, book a time to chat with us HERE! Please feel free to ask us ANY questions, we want you to be 100% comfortable and EMPOWERED during your session! You can also contact us at:
[email protected] | (916) 747-3293
Ready to book your session now?
I truly hope you’ve enjoyed reading this guide, and it’s left you feeling excited about the thought of having your very own session with us! We have worked with over 600 women in the last 9 years, so chances are you might know someone who has worked with our studio.
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