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I'm Olivia! Artist and donut enthusiast

Welcome to my blog! As a Minneapolis and Rogers boudoir photographer I try my best to give you the best information on lots of topics and give you much value as possible.  I'm so excited to have you here and I am always here to help! 

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Hey, friend! Are you ready to turn up the heat and get your boudoir on? If so, you might be wondering how to strike the perfect pose for those sultry snaps.

Strike a Pose: How to Perfect Your Sexy Stance for Boudoir Photos

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Feeling confident and want to capture yourself in all the best angles possible? An empowering boudoir shoot may be just the thing you need! Connecting with your outer and inner beauty is the moral of the story, and a good boudoir photography experience can be just the right thing to build your self-love portfolio.

How to Rock Your Boudoir Shoot: 5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Be Nervous

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Are you gearing up for a boudoir photo shoot and feeling confident with your lingerie? That’s great! But have you thought about adding some personal touches to your shoot with the right props? Including props that are meaningful to you or your partner can add a sentimental and unique touch to your boudoir photos. In […]

Must-Have Accessories for a Boudoir Photoshoot

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I want to share a little secret with you. You know how your makeup always looks totally flawless in your boudoir photos? Well, it’s all thanks to our amazing makeup artist and her camera-ready makeup skills!

How Our Camera-Ready Makeup Will Make You Look Flawless in Your Boudoir Photos

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Hey there, my friend! So you’re looking for some lingerie to wear for your boudoir photo shoot on Shein? Well, you’ve definitely come to the right place they have some really awesome options that are very affordable. I have a ton of stuff in my 300+ style closet from Shein, and it holds up well!

My Top Shein Lingerie Picks

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Hey friend! You might have heard the terms “soft glam” and “full glam” being thrown around in the makeup world, but what do they actually mean?

Soft Glam vs Full Glam: Which Makeup Look is Right for Your Boudoir Photo Shoot?

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Ladies, listen up! When it comes to getting ready for a photo shoot, your nail polish color is a detail you can’t afford to overlook. But fear not, because I’m here to share with you the best shades to make your nails look fabulous in front of the camera. For a classic, timeless look, go […]

From Classic to Bold: How to Choose the Perfect Nail Polish Color for Your Photo Shoot

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Hey girl, are you ready to spice up your lingerie collection? Amazon has got some seriously sexy options that won’t break the bank. I know, I know – Amazon isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of lingerie shopping. But trust me, they’ve got some hidden gems that are worth checking out.

My Amazon Lingerie List

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I know that feeling when you’ve got a boudoir photo session coming up and you start freaking out about your body. You start thinking things like, “Oh man, I need to lose like 10 pounds before I take these photos.” But let me tell you something – don’t wait.

Why you shouldn’t wait to lose weight for your boudoir session!

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Hey girl, have you ever wondered why some people do more than one boudoir session? It might seem a little weird at first, like, “Don’t you already have enough sexy photos of yourself?” But let me tell you, there are some pretty good reasons why clients come back for more.

Coming back for more?

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Hey girl, can we just take a minute to talk about how amazing it is to love your curves as a woman? I mean, seriously – there’s nothing more powerful and confident than owning your body and embracing all the beautiful curves and contours that make you uniquely YOU.

Loving your curves

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Hey there! So, you’re curious about why single women should consider doing a boudoir session? Well, there are actually a few reasons why it can be a great idea! In fact, doing a boudoir shoot can be even more empowering and fun when you’re doing it just for yourself.

Boudoir is for the Single Ladies!

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I have a Pinterest board for every room of the hour and for every styled shoot that I have done. And for ideas in my head and to send clients. That’s what I’m sharing with you today. My boudoir Pinterest inspiration boards. 

Pinterest for your Boudoir Mood

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how to manage your period for a boudoir session

Is a boudoir photo session on your period even possible? 
The answer is yes! Of course, it’s possible. I’ll tell you exactly how to manage your boudoir session on your period.

A Boudoir Photo Session on your Period – All You Need to Know 

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Hey beautiful, I’m Olivia a boudoir photographer service women in the Minneapolis area and I can’t wait to shoot with you and give you the most amazing images you have ever seen of yourself. So let’s get into some myths about boudoir photo shoots and why you shouldn’t pay them any thought.

Boudoir Myths Debunked!

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minneapolis bridal boudoir photo shoot guide

As a bride-to-be, you want to look and feel your best on your wedding day. One way to capture that feeling is through a bridal boudoir photo session. A bridal boudoir is an intimate photo shoot that captures the bride in all her beauty, often wearing lingerie or other sexy attire. It’s a chance to […]

Best Tips for Your Bridal Boudoir Photo Session

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One of the types of images I love shooting is implied nudes so we are going to dive a little deeper into this and you can let me know if you think it’s something you want to try.

Implied nude for your boudoir?

implied nude boudoir photos

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Getting in front of the camera can be the scariest thing for most of us, let alone with a very little amount of clothes. Heck many of us don’t like photos of ourselves with clothes on covering our insecurities how are we going to love these images with only a few scraps of clothes on?

What to Wear for a Plus-Sized Boudoir Photo Shoot

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Ready to make your boudoir photo shoot super epic and everything you dreamed it would be? Maybe this is your first boudoir session? Maybe it’s your 3rd? I love trying new things with every client and getting them into outfits they love and feel confident in. Usually, during a session, we start with the icebreaker […]

What to wear for a Sexy Boudoir Photo Shoot

What to wear for your minneapolis boudoir photo shoot

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minneapolis comfy boudoir photo shoot

You might want a look thats more you and casual for your boudoir photo shoot? Well this article is going to help you pick all the best pieces if you want to be on the casual but still super sexy side! I love a good sexy look with a bra and panties, or a super […]

What to Wear for a Comfy Boudoir Photo Shoot

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