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March 17, 2021

More beautiful than ever before

The third time is the charm for this amazing woman! Her #ChickClique #SuperPOWER is PHOENIX. And that’s exactly what she is! The power, confidence and ownership she has over her life is going to serve her well!

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Here’s what she shared in my private boudoir group on Facebook:

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When I booked my 3rd shoot in March I knew I was doing it just for me. I wasn’t sure why. I just knew. I saw those wings and knew I had to add them. Again, not sure why but I just knew. I knew it had to be done partially outside. That I know, because I love being outside! And I knew that I had to let Maura do all of the styling this time.

Little did I know that my world was about to implode. Never would I have imagined that I would be divorced after 22 years of marriage by the time my shoot happened in Sept.

Once that happened though, I knew this shoot was exactly what I needed! This shoot was confirmation that I am strong and beautiful and I can do this thing called life just for me!

And I then knew those wings would be perfect for a PHOENIX rising from the ashes!

It was an absolutely AMAZING day from start to finish, as any day spent with Maura and her camera turns out to be.

“And just as the Phoenix

rose from the ashes,

she too will rise.

Returning from the flames,

clothed in nothing but her strength

More beautiful than ever before”

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Here’s what she sent me about her session:

Why did you decide to invest in a boudoir photo shoot? At the time I booked my life was in a particularly rough spot. As I had already done 2 personal sessions and been involved in a few group shoots, I knew that some Maura-therapy certainly couldn’t hurt and would most likely be just what I needed.

How did you feel about yourself before your photo shoot? Before my shoot I had just gone through divorce and was really just learning to find myself. I was learning just how strong I really am, inside and out.

How did you feel about yourself after your photo shoot? After my shoot I felt strong, sexy and unstoppable! The day with Maura confirmed everything I was already learning about me! I was empowered! I was fierce and free to be me without worry !

Describe your session in 3 words? fun, fire, freedom

What was your favorite part of the boudoir photo shoot? My favorite part, as always, is spending time with Maura. She is more than just the photographer. She provides the most amazing experience from start to finish!

What value do you think a boudoir session brings to your life and the community of women you support? I cannot put a value on this experience! It is truly priceless!

What would you say to other women who are considering a boudoir photo shoot? Don’t hesitate! Make the leap. Make the investment in you! You will not regret it!

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March 11, 2021

Red Fantasy Wings

March is women’s history month. You typically hear the stories of those women who have paved the way for where we are now. Mostly famous women we all know by now.

But, the history of each and every woman is worthy of being shared. Your story, your strength, your qualities and attributes … they are all admirable and should receive recognition and praise.

I have decided that this month I will share about the special women in my life, those who have had an impact on my history, my life, my journey. I am always one to make sure people know how I feel about them, and I will use this month to continue to do so.

On my personal FB page, I will be writing about the women who’ve been a force in my life. Continuing to uplift and encourage women will always be at the core of my being. I encourage you to tell the women in your life how special they are!

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I now get to introduce you to the new RED WINGS!

Awhile back, I had this idea for a snow session, and it was a waiting game for some good snow that sticks on the trees.

Then I purchased the red wings, and thought to myself – well, that might just be a killer combination!

And, as any creative knows, once an idea comes into your mind that’s all you can think about until you get your vision to come to life.

On the perfect winter day, this beauty ventured with me into the cold snow, and this magic happened!

Enjoy all this boudoir goddess goodness (maybe I should trademark that, hahaha)

And the wings came off for SNOW much fun! (see what I did there?!)

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January 7, 2021

Embarking On A Journey

My clients are THE MOST AMAZING WOMEN ON THE PLANET!!!!!!!!

Here’s what this beauty posted about her session in my private Facebook group (join us):

Okay so where to start, where to start.

A little backstory on me, this was not my very first boudoir shoot – I did one once before several years ago. The photographer did them as a one-day special so there were multiple shoots that were done in one day. While they did get some nice pics it was very wham, bam, thank you ma’am. I left the day with some good shots but it wasn’t something that I felt that I needed to do again, I mean how many pics in my panties do I really need.

Then I found the Pics By Chicks Photography Self Love Group.

And I joined.

And I waited.

I sat by the sidelines for one year, two years, and I watched and read.

I watched woman after woman talk about embarking on a journey of self love and empowerment and acceptance and growth.

And a nagging little feeling began to grow.

I wanted to be beautiful, accepted, empowered. I wanted someone to hoot and holler for me. And most of all I wanted to do it for me and only me.

So I took a breath and took a chance.

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Can I be honest, it exceeded even my wildest expectations. Maura did my styling and it was incredible. I wouldn’t have ever put any of the pieces that she chose on my body. I mean, they were sexy pieces, they weren’t for someone built like me. Then I slipped them on and I couldn’t believe it – they were for me. They hugged my curves and with one approving hoot from Maura I was sold on every one. And then at the viewing, I couldn’t believe that it was me. It was a whole side of me that I have never seen, let alone felt.

This was not just a photo shoot. It was an event, an adventure. This has been one of the most freeing moments of my life. It allowed me to take a step on a journey of self love, acceptance and growth. It gave me a chance to glimpse myself though the eyes of Maura. And you know what, I like what I see. There aren’t words enough to thank you Maura – because I now have the privilege to know you, I am now changed, for good.

Here’s what she sent me about her session:

1) Why did you decide to invest in a boudoir photo shoot? I had previously done one before and while it was nice and I got some great pics it was quick and I felt like I did it for the wrong reasons. I was doing that one for a gift for my hubby but this time, this was for me. This was for me to feel beautiful and empowered and for me to step out of the clothes I hide behind and for me to feel sexy. It had been on my bucket list to do again for quite a while and finally I stopped making excuses and took a breath and took a leap and went for it; there would be no perfect tomorrow to wait for – today was the time to own it.

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2) How did you feel about yourself before your photo shoot? I was so excited about it. Maura doing the styling seriously relieved the biggest pressure that I felt on my first go round, (which was what the ever loving goats do I wear) and with that aside I really just geared up to have an amazing day. For me their were moments when I would glance at myself in the mirror and like I had a little secret with myself. It was like I knew something about me that not everyone gets to see and it was a heck of a confidence boost.

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3) How did you feel about yourself after your photo shoot? So the day of my shoot was absolutely incredible and coming off of it was liking walking on cloud nine. I felt like I had gotten to bring out a side of myself that the world doesn’t see. Maura is so incredibly vocal and encouraging and positive that there is no way to not start to see yourself through that lens too and for it to spill forward into your life after. Afterwards, I would catch myself checking out my own butt in the mirror at work and just giving myself a second to smile and remember.

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4) Describe your session in 3 words? Empowering Transforming Renewing

5) What was your favorite part of the boudoir photo shoot? Okay so my absolute favorite part was when Maura handed me the outfits for the first time. Maura styled my shoot (highly, highly recommend it) and it was this mix of exciting and a little scary to see what she had picked and to see that first glimpse of how she could see me in ways that I couldn’t see myself yet. It was like that moment when you first get to see the presents under the tree and you don’t know exactly what will happen when you open them but you are flush with adrenaline and bubbling with excitement.

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6) What value do you think a boudoir session brings to your life and the community of women you support? I think that it truly is one of the most empowering things I have ever done. And it is truly for every woman. Every single woman is beautiful and powerful and creative and authentic and I think that boudoir gives every woman a chance to connect with that awesome woman inside. I also believe that it is incredibly healing to see yourself through the lens of someone who is seeing you in a positive light of love and acceptance and beauty and that is exactly what Maura does.

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7) What would you say to other women who are considering a boudoir photo shoot? Do it. Now. There is no way to ever use words to explain truly how incredible an experience it was. There will always be reasons and goals and excuses and tomorrow’s and in the end none of them matter. You are beautiful and powerful and worthy today so allow yourself to take the leap and experience really seeing yourself in that light. It is an investment in yourself and the best present that you will ever give to yourself.

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December 24, 2020

Do it for yourself

Another 4th time beauty here! This woman has invested in her personal growth so much and I am so proud of the progress she has made!

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Here’s what she shared in my private boudoir group on Facebook:

Wow, just wow!

Had my viewing & I’m blown away. This is my fourth shoot & by far my favorite!!

If looking at a photo from each of my sessions, I see so much growth. I’ve put in a lot of hard work, with help from Maura & her amazing courses, to gain confidence in myself, set & stick to boundaries, learn & have self compassion for myself & shift my negative inner voice to one of acceptance & love.

These photos represent my growth & me being courageously confident!

Thank you Maura!!!

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And here’s what she sent me about her session:

1) Why did you decide to invest in a boudoir photo shoot? I’ve heard stories from friends & past clients. I just had to experience it for myself! Shoot was strictly for me, truly was an experience of a life time!

2) How did you feel about yourself before your photo shoot? I was a little nervous, was for sure stepping out of my comfort zone. Soon as I stepped in the door, those nerves were left at the door!

3) How did you feel about yourself after your photo shoot? Amazing, beautiful, sexy, awesome, wonderful, attractive, pretty, hot, gorgeous. I truly felt like a super model!

4) Describe your session in 3 words? Amazing Rewarding Once in a lifetime experience (ok I know thats more than three words lol)

5) What was your favorite part of the boudoir photo shoot? The whole day was an amazing experience! From being pampered with hair & make up before hand to spending the day with Maura. Truly an amazing experience! Maura is an amazing woman, a true saint!

6) What would you say to other women who are considering a boudoir photo shoot? No matter your size or shape, you MUST experience this at least once in your life! Even if there isn’t anyone to share the photos with, do it for YOURSELF! You won’t be disappointed!

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December 17, 2020

Addicted

FOURTH SESSION! Yes, fourth! I love spending time with this woman so very much!

First, here’s what she had to say in our Private Facebook Group (You can join us there!):

4th times the charm !!!!!!!

Today’s viewing did not disappoint and it never gets old !

I don’t know how many times I have to tell you ladies to stop worrying about your bodies saying ….. I need to wait until …… or waiting until that …… I need to lose weight. ENOUGH !!!!!!!!! You are and will always be perfect exactly the way you are right now ! If you keep waiting you are going to miss out on the most amazing day of your life !

Maura McCarl Chick……. I love everything you have taught me and coached me throughout these past almost 5 years !!!! The knowledge you have provided me with has made me be happy with who I am today in this skin. I’ll admit there are days I slip but your words still linger in my brain. You were put on this earth for this reason and I can’t wait to see just how much change and impact you will make in this world !

Round 5 ……… I’m sure we can come up with a crazy new adventure to embark on !

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Here’s the feedback she sent me about her session!

1) Why did you decide to invest in a boudoir photo shoot? 4 years ago I decided to finally do something for myself. I had followed the page for a while and decided to take the leap. Now every year i renew myself confidence and continue to show myself how freaking awesome I am.

2) How did you feel about yourself before your photo shoot? Great ! I wouldn’t have said that 4 years ago …… but Maura has taught me to love me no matter my size or shape. Not that the number matters but I am 50 lbs heavier now than I was in that original shoot. And I love the person I am now more than I ever have.

3) How did you feel about yourself after your photo shoot? Rejuvenated! A day with Maura is good for the soul. The 2 of us always seem to find adventure around every corner during our shoots together. We laugh, we smile, we get popsicles ( you had to be there ).

4) Describe your session in 3 words? Invigorating. Hilarious adventurous

5) What was your favorite part of the boudoir photo shoot? Just going with the flow…….. of Maura suggests it and sees a vision ….. I just do it !! It’s so worth it. I trust her eye !

6) What value do you think a boudoir session brings to your life and the community of women you support? It is such an uplifting day. Confidence boosting. It’s helping women feel great about the body they are in. And the community of women you meet along the way have become life long friends

7) What would you say to other women who are considering a boudoir photo shoot? Don’t wait ! All of your reasons for holding back are just excuses. You are perfect the way you are now ! Once you do it you will be addicted and you will love the way it makes you feel.

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