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August 8, 2016

A Day About Her

Clients come from near and far for a Pittsburgh Boudoir Photography photo shoot. This client drove over FOUR HOURS for her shoot and was so excited upon arrival! After FOUR HOURS! 🙂

Want to know more about my boudoir services, get some tips for planning your boudoir session or start the booking process? Follow the links below for all the details:

~WANT TO BOOK? Complete a questionnaire to start the booking process

~NEED PRICING INFO? Pittsburgh Boudoir Photo Shoot Price & Packages

~ NEED HELP PLANNING YOUR SHOOT? Check out these tips!

~WANT TO SEE MORE? Check out photos from Other Boudoir Shoots

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Who is this Chick Clique Beauty? This amazing woman is approaching 30 who recently got a new job. She lives far from the studio, drove a distance more than any other before for her boudoir photo shoot. Immediately before her session she had a rough couple of days. Not sure she should go thru with her session, I reassured her that the session was EXACTLY what she needed, and that I would make it all about her. A day of pampering and beauty – everything for her!

Why Did She Do a Boudoir Photo Shoot? When she originally contacted me about her sexy photo shoot, she said the reason was twofold – one is because her boyfriend loves her and the other half was because she’s always wanted to do this for herself. Unfortunately, a few days before her shoot, said boyfriend broke up with her upon his arrival home from deployment. So, the reason for her shoot ended up being that she needed a day for herself – to only focus on her.

What Were Her Lingerie Selections? She had some amazing lingerie selections, and we mixed in a few things from my boudoir outfit collection that’s open to clients to use. She had two wonderful bra & panty sets from AdoreMe, an awesome pair of panties from Victoria’s Secret that I paired with a black sheer shirt that I have (no bra – wink, wink), a great Victoria’s Secret chemise with a cute detail on the back, and finally she brought the coconut white panties to use with my lace top from Victoria’s Secret. She had a great variety in her outfits, which is essential to a great collection of boudoir photos.

Favorite Moment: The whole day. Well, that’s true. The whole day was simply amazing, but my favorite moment was when I showed her a photo on the back of the camera. Tears almost came out .. but it was early on and I didn’t want to ruin her makeup so I made a stupid joke! Honestly, I loved getting her mind off everything that was going on in her life!

Here’s just a small sample of her photos. More is coming to the blog soon!!!
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August 4, 2016

Listen Up – It Gets Real

Being a Pittsburgh Boudoir Photographer is the best part of my life (Yea, I don’t have kids)!. My clients express to me that is a life changing experience, and I’m reach for each and every one of you to step in front of my camera!

Want to know more about my boudoir services, get some tips for planning your boudoir session or start the booking process? Follow the links below for all the details:

~BOOK NOW! Complete a questionnaire to start the booking process

~Pittsburgh Boudoir Photo Shoot Price & Packages

~ Want Advice? Check out these boudoir shoot planning tips!

~Check out photos from Other Boudoir Shoots

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I shared the below message in my private boudoir group on Facebook! I thought it was an important message so I’m putting it in a blog post for everyone’s benefit!

Here it goes:

LISTEN UP >> I’m here to show you how beautiful you are! I don’t make that beauty – you ARE that beauty! I love showcasing REAL women. And, real woman are skinny, curvy, lumpy, round, smooth, have stretch marks, scars … we all need to embrace who we are and what we have, and let our beauty shine!

There is no such thing as perfect. Striving for perfection is going to leave you empty. I’m sure there are some skinny women who wish they could add a few pounds, curvy girls who wish they could drop a few pounds, women who wish they had those stretch marks from pregnancy, women who are comfortable the way they are. Always remember: You are fine just the freaking way you are – whatever that is!

My photos are of real women who step in front of my camera each and every day, never models. Real women, like you, who came to me for a boudoir shoot. These real women are ones who stepped out of their comfort zone to contact me about a session, were brave enough to book a shoot even though they were super nervous, had courage to walk thru the door, stood confident in who they are in next to nothing, who allowed me to show them their beauty thru my lens, and are PROUD to show off their photos. The benefit is far reaching. And, I humbly thank those women who allow me to showcase their photos – they are in fact real women who are happy to put themselves in front of you to show you that you too can do this! We are all perfectly imperfect!

Each and every one of you is so amazing – I truly believe that. I thank my clients profusely for allowing me to give them this experience. The client I’m featuring today … well, she gained so much more than renewed confidence — she saw a change in her relationship. Sometimes the impact of these sessions even leaves me floored…is that even possible?!?! 🙂 I’m here. I’m ready for you. Let’s focus on your beauty together and who knows what impact it could have on your life!

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August 3, 2016

Molly & Cody’s Engagement

Before I get into the awesomeness that was Molly & Cody’s engagement session, you can follow the links below for additional information on our wedding and engagement photography.

~Pittsburgh Wedding Photography Pricing

~Wedding Planning Tips

~A selection of photos from other Pittsburgh engagement sessions

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I’ve known Molly for years. Our friendship began when I was a mentor for the church youth group, and after she graduated from high school and I moved on from youth group, we remained friends. It’s so special for me to photograph someone who I’ve been friends with for years. Molly has let me use her as my muse for other photo shoot ideas I’ve had so I was super excited when she asked me to be her wedding photographer!

First up are her engagement photos .. and wow! These two are absolutely fantastic and so in love! I love photographing love … well, that should be obvious!

What’s my one favorite thing about this couple? Well, it’s hard to pick just one. But, what I noticed so much during their photo shoot was the constant reassurance Cody would give Molly when she was doubting certain things. I loved his encouragement and enthusiasm, and his very evident love for my dear friend! And, well I love the way these two look at each other – the love, laughs, smiles – just EVERYTHING!

Congrats Molly & Cody – I’m looking forward to celebrating your wedding with you in November!

Here are just a few photos from their session. Gosh, it was hard to pick just a few to put in this post! 🙂

Aw, do I love those smiles! Capturing these little kind of moments is the best part of my job!

Thanks Molly & Cody for the fun we had at your session! SO EXCITED for November!

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August 1, 2016

The Testimonial of Many Thanks

Well, well, well – sometimes working in boudoir photography Pittsburgh even shocks me. Another great testimonial is on the blog today!

Want to know more about my boudoir services, get some tips for planning your boudoir session or start the booking process? Follow the links below for all the details:

~BOOK NOW! Complete a short questionnaire to start the booking process

~Pittsburgh Boudoir Photo Shoot Package (Including Pricing)

~ Need Help? Check out these boudoir shoot planning tips!

~See More from Other Boudoir Shoots

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I always love when clients take the time to give me some feedback about their boudoir experience. Sometimes even I get a little shocked when I read these emails…but I always end up crying (am I THAT big of a sap?!?) because I know I’ve done for my client what I’m called to do in my life. And, there is no greater feeling in giving women an experience that they so desperately need – even if they don’t know they need it at first! 🙂

I’ll leave you with the words of my client:

“I know I’ve already thanked you like a million times, but I wanted to send a more formal/official thank you. So, here comes a book!

THANK YOU for making me feel welcome. Right off the bat, I felt like we were old friends, and all the nerves and hesitations and second-guessing thoughts of “WHY AM I DOING THIS?” went right out the window.

THANK YOU for being so incredibly enthusiastic. It’s like you were reading my mind, and every time I thought, “Well, I’m not sexy so I bet this looks stupid”, or “OMG my stomach is probably so gross right now”, you were right there with “OH. MY. GOD. You are nailing this sexy look!!” or “I can’t believe you have two kids! You look incredible!” Every single thing I hate about myself or things I think I’m no good at were complimented over and over and over again.

THANK YOU for blowing my expectations out of the water. I mentioned before that I imagined this really quiet place with classical music playing and barely any speaking other than “Look that way”, or “Put your hand there”. But (for lack of a better term) OH HELL NO! The energy, the music, the laughter…it was everything I didn’t know I needed. I felt SO relaxed amongst the chaos (as it were) and can’t remember having more fun in front of a camera.

THANK YOU for making this momma of two crazy boys feel beautiful. I honestly haven’t felt that way since before I got pregnant. And I felt like since I’m a mom now, I’d never have my sexy back. You proved it’s still there, I just had to find it again. And thanks for allowing me some ME time. Part of “mommy mode” is that everyone comes first. I forgot how nice it is to take some time and do something for ME.

And last, but certainly not least, THANK YOU for being YOU! You are the funniest, most sincere, most genuine, and most real person I’ve ever met. Like I said when I was there, I feel like if we weren’t separated by 2.5 hours, we could be BFFs. You have given me more out of my session than I ever imagined I would get, and for that I am eternally grateful.

You’re incredible, and I feel so lucky to have gotten to work with you. <3″

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Note: The testimonial received is not from the client pictured.

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July 21, 2016

What’s The Most Surprising Thing About Your Shoot

I love my clients! Offering boudoir photography Youngstown has only made my life more enjoyable this year. In today’s blog post, I’m sharing what some of my past clients have said surprised them most about their boudoir shoot.

Want to know more about my boudoir services, get some tips for planning your boudoir session or start the booking process? Follow the links below for all the details:

~BOOK NOW! Complete a short questionnaire to start the booking process

~Pittsburgh Boudoir Photo Shoot Package (Including Pricing)

~ Need Help? Check out these boudoir shoot planning tips!

~See More from Other Boudoir Shoots

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Recently, in my private group on Facebook, I asked past clients what was the one thing that surprised them most about their boudoir photo shoot. Their answers were enlightening so I’m sharing some with you.

Tiffany >> I felt like a model. I thought it was going to be awkward and would turn out bad because of that and I felt comfortable sexy and my end product was great!

Maggie >> I also thought that it would be uncomfortable. But I was completely at ease and really enjoyed the entire process!! And my pictures were amazing!!!!! They were far beyond my expectations

Chelsey >> How comfortable ,laid back, and fun it was and how you make us feel absolutely gorgeous:)

Stephanie >> How beautiful and comfortable you made me feel! Any insecurity I had were vanished after spending time with Maura. It’s truly something every woman needs to experience!

Lori >> I was surprised that I was so comfortable right away. That is all due to you, Maura. You instantly made me feel like I have known you my whole life…. AND made me feel sexy and beautiful without it being weird

Heather >> So many things were surprising to me! How enthusiastic you were, how comfortable I felt almost immediately, how beautiful you made me feel! All my insecurities vanished almost immediately! I also didn’t expect how tired I would be after! It’s a long exhilarating day!oh and Maura I never expected you would become such an amazing friend and that I think is the best surprise I had!

Jennie >> I was very surprised about how comfortable I felt immediately in front of you and the camera. I was definitely excited by the whole chance to do something so special for my husband, but as the session continued I realized I was doing something special for myself as well. I was so relaxed because of you, Maura. You made my experience better than I ever could have expected. The one thing that I didn’t expect was how easy it was to follow your direction on posing. I didn’t do any research at all before my session, and I am so happy I didn’t!!! Then, I feel, I wouldn’t have been myself or wouldn’t have been able to take all of your most awesome and beautiful tips and direction during the photo shoot. It was an experience well worth repeating!!

Terra >> The whole experience gave me a level of self confidence that I didn’t think was possible… Never felt as beautiful or as confident in my life

Erin >> I was a nervous wreck for weeks leading up to it but as soon as I stepped onto your porch every ounce of the nerves went away. By the time the shoot was over I felt like I could rule the world. The confidence that I gained from the experience is still with me. I have known Maura for about 28 years and I can not thank her enough for what she has done for me!

Ashley >> How comfortable I was as soon as I walked in the door. I’m sure it was because of how great you are, but I was shocked that I wasn’t as nervous as I was anticipating! It was such a great experience overall and I would love to do another!

Please join my group on Facebook – it’s open to ALL women … just click the image below.