Most people who find this page have been thinking about a boudoir session for a long time without booking one. Usually it isn’t the price or the logistics holding them back — it’s the questions they haven’t wanted to ask out loud.
So here they are, answered plainly. If yours isn’t here, call us at (725) 777-3600. That’s where every session starts anyway.
The Session
What actually happens during a boudoir session?
It starts with a phone call rather than a booking form. Cherie listens to what you’re hoping for and what you’re nervous about, then designs the session around that. Once you book, we send our Getting Ready Guide. On the day: professional hair and makeup first, then we go through the outfits you brought and match them to backdrops and sets, then we shoot. Afterward your images go into a private online gallery.
How long does a boudoir session take?
About five hours. Roughly two hours for professional hair and makeup, then around three hours for wardrobe, set selection, and shooting. We photograph one client per day, so nothing is rushed.
Is professional hair and makeup included?
Yes. Professional hair and makeup is part of the experience. It takes about two hours, and roughly three quarters of our clients take it.
Where do boudoir sessions happen in Las Vegas?
Two places. Our Las Vegas studio is a working artist’s space with exotic furniture, backdrops collected over many years, and original art. We also shoot in private five-star hotel suites on the Strip, which is especially popular for couples sessions. We travel worldwide as well.
What To Bring
What should I wear to a boudoir shoot?
Bring whatever makes you feel gorgeous. We do not provide lingerie, so those pieces come from you. We have a deep accessory closet collected over years of shooting. When you book you receive our Getting Ready Guide, which covers skin, hair, nails, shoe height, cutting the tags out of everything, and a list of recommended lingerie shops.
How many outfit changes are included?
Usually three outfit changes, each on a different backdrop or set. Additional outfits can be added if you want them.
The Nerves
I’m not photogenic and I have no idea how to pose. Is that a problem?
Nobody arrives knowing how to pose. That is the photographer’s job, and it is most of the job. Every angle, every hand, and every adjustment is directed for you. You bring your outfits and yourself, and we handle the rest.
Do you photograph all body types and ages?
Yes. We have photographed women of every shape, size and age, and knowing how to pose each individual woman for her best result is the entire craft. The misconception we correct most often is that boudoir is for women who look like movie stars. It is not. It is for all women.
Privacy
Will my boudoir photos ever be shared publicly?
Only with your written consent, and only image by image. The default is that nothing is shared. If we ever want to use a particular photo we ask first, and no is a complete answer. Your gallery sits behind a three-tier security system with a provider we have used for twenty-five years with no breaches.
Who is present during the session? Can I bring a friend or my partner?
Cherie, Hedley, and anyone you choose to bring. The studio is completely private during your session. Bringing a friend or your partner is welcome and encouraged.
Booking
What does a Las Vegas boudoir session cost?
We are a bespoke studio, so there is no fixed menu. Some clients want a large album, some want wall art, some want digital files, and some are here purely for the experience. This is a luxury, high-end studio and every session is priced around what you actually want to walk away with, which is what the consultation call is for.
How far in advance should I book?
Six to eight weeks is the sweet spot for a Las Vegas session. It leaves room to sort out wardrobe and travel without pressure. Shorter timelines are sometimes possible depending on the calendar.
How do I book a session?
Call (725) 777-3600. Every session starts with a conversation. Cherie talks through what you want and designs the session around it. You then receive an email covering everything you discussed plus a deposit link. The deposit holds your date and books your hair and makeup artist.
Is there an age requirement for a boudoir session?
Clients must be 18 or over, and we check photo ID.
After The Shoot
What products can I order after my session?
Large fine-art pieces and wall art, lenticular prints, high-end albums, commissioned paintings made from your image, and digital files. We work with a network of vendors around the world to produce custom art pieces.
How much retouching do you do?
The same retoucher has worked with us for twenty-five years. The philosophy is to get it right in camera, then retouch naturally so that it is present but never obvious. You are welcome to tell us what you would like addressed, and most clients leave it to Cherie.
Still Deciding?
That’s normal, and there’s no pressure here. The consultation call is free, and all it involves is Cherie listening to what you’re hoping for and telling you what’s possible.