Tried and True photography for women. This is an unspoken goal with each boudoir session I do. When you are told you’re “tried and true” that’s a huge compliment. After 12+ years of serving Richmond, VA women I’m honored that my clients feel this way. This year I have had the pleasure of photographing several of my kickass clients for a second, or third, time. I LOVE when clients come back for more. We get to have all the fun without all the nerves. Miss A was coming back for session number 2 and this time I get to share!!! I’ll let her do the talking though since she was willing to answer a handful of questions for y’all.

First up! Outfits, everyone always wants to know this info. 

Q: Where were each of your outfits from? The pieces I brought like the feather cape, long lace robe, etc were actually from the Wish App & I had some surprisingly good luck with some fun things. All the panties were from Victoria’s Secret. I loved the strappy ones. Not functional,  but cute. The fresh water pearls came from a local jeweler named Sandy Miller.

Q:Which one was your favorite and why? The black iridescent rooster feather cape 100% at first I felt silly in it but the pictures came out great. 

Next is all about you! 

Q: What was your motivation for doing a boudoir session?  We all age, fact of life, I plan on doing these periodically till I’m old and gray to remember  these days. 
Q:  What were you most nervous about before the session? I was concerned about not knowing how to pose, stand etc but Ginger basically takes charge and guides you 100% of the way so there’s really nothing to worry about at all. It’s fun, and the pictures come out amazing. 

Q: What helped to calm your nerves before we started? This time I wasn’t  so worried & was very excited.  The first one I was afraid that because my body isn’t perfect I was going to hate them but I loved them.
Q: What would you say to another woman who is considering doing a session? DO IT NOW!  It’s one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself I thing & i always feel GREAT for days afterwards. 

Q: How did you feel when you left the studio the day of your session? So amazing,  after both my sessions i was so excited about how my hair and makeup turned out i went out with girlfriends afterwards. 
Q: What is the best thing you’ve taken away from working with Ginger? It was the first time I’ve LOVED photos of myself so I’ve taken away kind of an evangelism for her work and I ALWAYS tell my guy friends “can’t decide on a gift? Buy this for your wife/girlfriend/etc” it’s a blast and my man loved the end results. 

Last are questions about the studio. 

Q: Why did you select Ginger at Richmond Boudoir to be your photographer?  Tried and true, from examining others in the area I think she’s probably one of the best and most experienced.  I also wanted my photographer to be a woman & it made me much more comfortable. 

Q: What did we do with/for you that was most helpful? Moving me around to get the best shots in the end. Some poses felt ultra awkward and weird but the results were incredible. Extra wardrobe choices at the studio were a bonus too.
Q: What could we have done better? Nothing on the studio end. I wish I would have had a clear schedule.  I would suggest taking the day off to yourself so you can relax and enjoy the whole session and have fun.🖤🖤🖤

Are you ready to have your own tried and true photography for women, experience? Reach out to me today. Richmond Boudoir is located in Richmond VA.

I look forward to chatting with you,

Ginger

Holiday boudoir mini sessions are now open for booking! November 15th is the date
BOOKING ENDS NOVEMBER 6.

This is the only mini session date that will be held this fall. There are limited spaces in these sessions so check your calendar and then email me to request a product guide and to reserve your space. ginger@422studio.com

What’s included?

$199 Session Fee

• 30 minute mini session in our holiday set
• Time for 1 outfit
• Makeup styling included
• Images sold separately
• $100 product credit
  Reserve your spot today
  ginger@422studio.com

FAQ:

Q: Will you be doing another sale before Christmas?
A: NO! This mini sessions is it. So grab your spot!!

Q: Is makeup and hair included?
A:Makeup is! Arrive with your hair styled how you’d like to wear it.

Q: Do you supply my outfit?
A. Not for mini sessions. No time to launder between clients = no one wants that. We will do a style consultation prior to the session to give you ideas of what to wear.

Q: I wasn’t planning for this but it’s such a good deal. Do you do payment plans?
A: Always! I offer interest free payments on product orders over $800 after your session. Email me and let’s chat.

Q: Will anyone else be present during my session?
A: Kind of. While you’re being photographed someone else will be in the makeup room with the lovely Emily Steele glamming you up! The rooms are separated but it is very likely you will see other ladies in the studio during the mini dates.

Q: What’s a product credit?
A: Think of it as credit to spend in my “store”. Products like digital files and albums are not included in the session fee. The $100 credit gets applied to those for you so you have some “free money” to put toward your image order at your image reveal. (disclaimer- $100 credit can not be redeemed for cash)

Q: Sign me up!! How do I book?
A: That’s easy! Email me at ginger@422studio.com and I’ll send you the product guide and we’ll set up a call time so I can answer your questions and collect your session fee ($199) and get your time all locked in.

No I’m not suggesting we do a boudoir session at the DMV while you renew your licence. Though honestly that’s what I think of when I see the DMV abbreviation. What it actually means is that I work with wonderful women throughout Virginia, Maryland and DC too. Today’s blog features Miss K, one of my lovely DMV boudoir session clients.

Miss K made the trek down to see me from Maryland. I love when people travel to me because they want to work with me specifically. It’s not like there are no other DMV boudoir photographers out there. When someone travels for your work it’s a real honor to work with them. I got to spend the day learning about her life and her journey to where she is today.

I have to admit I love how a leather jacket can change up a lingerie look. This one was perfect with the body stocking she brought. I really felt like it hit the style mark for her badass self.

Miss K has been through a rough few years physically. Even having to learn to walk again! She has managed to find a way to loving her self through it all. She could have easily turned and hated her body for “all it was doing TO her” but rather she chose to love and nurture her body in it’s time of need. I love seeing her Friday selfies in my Facebook group where she is hitting the gym and improving her strength. Getting the rest she needs when she needs it and being kind to herself. Her self care game is strong. I don’t know how you weather so many physical trials if it’s not. Learning about her journey has been inspirational for sure. I’m so glad I had the chance to work with her.

If you’re ready to get more information about doing your own boudoir session simply fill out my contact form here and we’ll get up a time to chat.

Not quite ready for a session obut want to join my group of kickass ladies who are supporting each other on our journey to self love? Head over to Facebook and request to join the VIP group.

Last Summer Mini-Session! The Shower Set!

Oh hello ladies! Summer is in full force and we’re celebrating all this hotness by cooling off with our last summer mini-session, the shower set.

I’m done with all the goofy heat references so let’s get serious. The shower set is one of the hottest, most intimate, sets in the studio. This is my last mini-session of the summer! Therefore, I’m inviting you to take a test run of a boudoir session via this set. Mini-sessions are a fantastic way to dip your toes into the boudoir photography session experience. A sweetened condensed version of a full boudoir session if you will. They are also a good way for clients who’ve done a session to come back in and experience a set they have shot in or update their existing images with another look. Whether you’re a returning client or a new face to the studio you will have a unique experience in our shower set.

Last Summer Mini-Session

As with past mini sessions your complete glam makeup styling is included. The lovely Miss Emily Steele will be on tap for makeup. Click here to see her work. You’ll also receive a custom mobile app of your purchased images. We’ll do all of the pre-session prep and planning that you get with a full session too. I don’t leave you hanging out there wondering what to bring or do. I’m open to answer any questions you have throughout this process.

$199 Session Fee

August 29th ONLY!!

FAQ:

Q: Is makeup and hair styling included?
A: Makeup styling is!! Arrive with your hair styled in your favorite style for this set. It may get a little wet!

Q. How many pictures are included in the session fee?
A. None! All images, digital files, prints etc are sold separately. Request a product guide PRIOR to booking. Products start at $525.

Q. What is the mobile app that’s included?
A. The mobile app is a custom image gallery app packed with the images you purchase at your image reveal. Whether you purchase 5 or 50 they’ll be in your app. It stores the images on your phone, separate from your camera roll, and is shareable. The app is normally only available in our complete collections.

Q: I wasn’t planning for this but it’s such a good deal. Do you do payment plans?
A: Always! I offer interest free payment plans on product orders over $800. Ask me for details when we talk.

Q: How many outfits will I have time for?
A: Mini-sessions give you time for 1 outfit.

Q: Do you supply my outfit?
A. Not for mini-sessions. No time to launder between clients = no one wants that. We will do a style consultation prior to the session to give you ideas of what to wear.

Q: Will anyone else be present during my session?
A: Yes! I will have Miss Emily Steele on makeup. Other ladies being photographed will come and go during your session.

Q: Can I do this with my partner? Is there a different date for couples to come do this?
A: Yes you can! Couples can book this special mini-session rate for August 28th.

Q: Sign me up!! How do I book?
A: That’s easy! Email me ginger@422studio.com, or fill out my contact form. Put Shower Mini-Session in the subject. I’ll send you the product guide. Then we’ll set up a call time so I can answer your questions and collect your session fee ($199+ tax) and get your time all locked in.

What do we call my style of photography? Do we call it glamour? Is it in fact boudoir? Perhaps women’s portraiture? Well, these names are all perfectly good ways to find me. I have been creating some form of women’s portraiture in Richmond for over a decade now and I’ve heard each of these and more. In my opinion as long as it helps you find me I’m glad you used it. With the recent crack down on certain words on social media boudoir photographers are having to get more creative in how we describe what we do. And saying I help women see how gorgeous they are doesn’t fully express it.

Now for a visual example of what I do. The lovely Miss B here came in for her session earlier this year. Here I am slowly catching up on the beautiful sessions I have on my to blog list. I’ve got many more in store for you and I hope you see samples of what you’d like to do with your boudoir photo session too.

This necklace is a Vesper massager! LOVE IT! It added a totally unique and very personal touch to her styling.

Intimate connections are important to me.

Being able to intimately connect with your sensuality and femininity in a safe space is hugely important to me. I understand that a boudoir experience is deeply personal and unique to each clients needs and wishes. As a result offering women’s portraiture in Richmond has been such a positive experience for me as a photographer too. I get to be on this journey with each of these women as they take a big step (no baby steps in boudoir 😉 ) toward being more accepting of and loving toward themselves. It’s the most fulfilling work I’ve ever had the pleasure of doing.

Curious about how a photo session with me would work for you? Then Email me today and let’s get chatting. You can also join my Facebook VIP group and talk directly with other women who’ve done a session with me. It’s certainly nice to hear about other women’s experiences before you come in too.

Richmond boudoir, 422 Studio, offers intimate portrait photography for women in Virginia. My clients come to my studio in Richmond from all over this great state from DC, Virginia Beach, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Norfolk and beyond.

“Do it! You won’t regret it!” That’s what Miss S has so say about her session with Richmond Boudoir. At the end of last year I did a series of “Model For A Day” sessions and Miss S jumped on board. Being a very busy mom and wife she was able to carve out a bit of time to come in to the studio for a day of self care and pampering. We talked and laughed and had a great time creating her boudoir images. I love seeing women prioritize themselves. When we put ourselves up higher on our priority list it really does make us see our value more clearly. It also helps our loved ones to see that we value ourselves and make time for our own care too.

Keep reading to learn more about her boudoir session experience.

Q. Why did you pick me for to be your photographer? 
A. You were referred to me by a friend who is a former client.

Q. What prompted you to do a boudoir session?
A. I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO DO ONE!!

Q. What were you nervous about coming into the session?
A. ALL AND NONE OF IT. HAHA  

Q. What was something you did to calm your nerves before your Session?
A. Had a glass of champagne and told myself to simply enjoy it!

Q.What would you say to another women who was considering doing a session with me? 
A. DO IT –  YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT. 

Q. What did I do for/with you that was most helpful?
A. You talked me through everything and made me feel like we have been friends forever!

Q. How did you feel when you left the studio the day of your session? 
A. Like I could conquer anything!

Q. What is the best thing you took away from your session?
A. To be comfortable in my skin.

Q. What could I have done better? 
A. Nothing it was perfect. 

Q. What was your favorite piece of lingerie you brought for your session? A. The black butterfly back panties. 

Her gorgeous hair and makeup styling was by the lovely Miss Kelsea Dayberry of Radiant Reflections

Are you read to do it? You won’t regret it! Contact Richmond Boudoir today!