The One Thing I Can’t Live Without

Working in boudoir photography Pittsburgh, I have lots of stuff when it comes to my photography business.  The studio, props, chairs, sofas, lingerie, cameras, lenses, lights, etc.  Running this business takes so incredibly much.  But, there is one thing in my business and life that I couldn’t live without – my fabulous husband.

Let me explain….

boudoir photography pittsburgh, ultimate boudoir experience by Pittsburgh's premiere boudoir photographer - gold back dropped used in boudoir photo shoots

As I celebrate women through my boudoir photography, they often tell me how much closer they feel to their significant other after their photo shoot.  Doing something that’s completely out of their comfort zone that they know someone else would appreciate – it brings couples together and solidifies relationships.  I love that about this job!!

After a boudoir photo shoot, Tony is the first person I talk to.  He always asks about the shoot (he doesn’t get to see the photos) and my first response is always, “I LOVE MY JOB!”  I yell it, I scream it, I say it 10 times in a row.

Then I thank him profusely for his constant support.

You see, the truth is – I couldn’t do this without him.  Without his support, encouragement and love, I wouldn’t be able to do what I love!  Having a partner that supports my endeavor and understands my vision is something so priceless!

I struggled in corporate america saying to him for years that I could no longer do my job.  I knew what my passion was [photography] and it wasn’t getting yelled at in corporate america for things I wasn’t responsible for (upper management sucks).  When I decided to quit, he was my biggest support and champion cheering me on.  He was the first one to say that it was OK to pursue my passion and assured me everything would be fine.

All the things that I had provided for us – consistent paychecks, health insurance, etc – he now provides for us.  And, I get to focus on my passion.  The thing that makes me most happy.

When my clients say their relationship with their significant other grows after the shoot, I feel the same way about my husband.  My love for him, my appreciation for him and my joy for our marriage only grows with each photo shoot.  You know why – because I love my job and I recognize HIS role in that.

I love my husband.  Without him, being a full time boudoir photographer wouldn’t be possible and I wouldn’t be able to live without him.

Thank you, Mr. Chick, for all you do for me.

Enjoy a few boudoir photos. This is my passion.  Let me help you feel closer to your significant other!

Follow the links below for information on my boudoir experience:

~Boudoir Photo Shoot Details & Pricing

 ~Boudoir Photo Shoot Planning Tips

 ~View Photos from Boudoir Photo Shoots

~Start the scheduling process by completing my questionnaire

Here are some photos from a recent boudoir featuring my gold backdrop!  I’ve had this backdrop for years but rarely use it – I’m not sure why because I LOVE IT!!  My client let me test out a new lighting setup and then was gracious enough to allow me to showcase some of her photos on my website!  So, here it is…

gold backdrop, styled shoot by pittsburgh boudoir photographer098seductive boudoir photo, boudoir idea, boudoir setup - Pics By Chicks Photography - Pittsburgh's Premier Boudoir Photographer100Boudoir Photography offered in Pittsburgh by Pics By Chicks Photography - classy and elegant boudoir photoPics By Chicks Photography - boudoir photo

For more photography goodness, please follow us on social media:

Facebook, @Pics By Chicks Photography

Instagram, @picsbychicksphotography

Pinterest, @Pics By Chicks

Please note:  All boudoir images shared on my website are done so with permission from my clients.

Pittsburgh Boudoir Photographer |  Beaver County Boudoir Photographer | Boudoir Photography Beaver County | Gibsonia Boudoir Photographer | Wexford Boudoir Photographer | Sewickley Boudoir Photographer

no comments
Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

The Benefit of Boudoir

Boudoir Photography Pittsburgh offered by Pittsburgh’s Premier Boudoir Photographer Maura Chick (hey, that’s me!).  My goal is to provide women with an empowering, uplifting and enjoyable experience while celebrating themselves during an awesome photo shoot!  Would you like details on my boudoir offerings?  Follow the links below.:

~Boudoir Package & Pricing

 ~Boudoir Photo Shoot Planning Tips

 ~Photos from My Boudoir Photo Shoots

~Start the scheduling process by completing my questionnaire

****

I love being a boudoir photographer.  It makes me happier than I could ever possibly communicate in a blog post!  One of the best benefits for me is meeting the amazing women in the Pittsburgh area.  My life has been truly touched by these women, and while I often hear from them that I’ve touched their lives  – it’s they who have touched me.  I want to build lasting connections with the ladies that appear before my camera.

This beautiful woman is no exception.  I have photographed her a few times now and we have another shoot schedule for February.  We’re doing a winter themed boudoir session!  She has touched my life in so many amazing ways and continues to support me and my business!  I love that clients come back time and time again.  Her second boudoir shoot was “just for me.”  She needed some encouragement and some uplifting and decided to come to me for that.  You know – I LOVE that reason for doing a shoot!

The one thing you’ll learn about me quickly is that I don’t just stand there and take your photo – it’s an experience for both of us.  We’ll stop and chat, we’ll stop and dance, we’ll stop and sing to the music playing – I LOVE sharing this experience with clients.  Lots of laughs in between sexy photos!

Here are just a few photos from her session!  Just one personal note – I LOVE her skin!

015
017
020021026027029

Want information on my boudoir package?  Please click here.

Stay connected with Pics By Chicks Photography, please follow us on social media:

Facebook, @Pics By Chicks Photography

Instagram, @picsbychicksphotography

Pinterest, @Pics By Chicks

Please note:  All boudoir images shared on my website are done so with permission from my clients.

Pittsburgh Boudoir Photographer | Boudoir Photography Pittsburgh | Beaver County Boudoir Photographer | Boudoir Photography Beaver County | Gibsonia Boudoir Photographer | Wexford Boudoir Photographer | Sewickley Boudoir Photographer

no comments
Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

Lauren + Youssef

We had Lauren & Youssef’s engagement session in the city at two spots – Mt. Washington and the West End Overlook.

Our first stop was Mt. Washington and boy was it chilly and windy!  This gorgeous couple told me that they weren’t into the park kind of engagement session and wanted a more city feel to their photos.  I suggested our locations and I think they worked out perfectly!

Lauren heard about me through her aunt because I photographed her cousin Madi’s senior photos this year!  I love all the connections I make with my clients!  When I met with Lauren & Youssef about their wedding, well I just took to them instantly. They understood me and I understood them!  And, I got hugs when we first met – I love hugs, so I knew right away I’d connect with them! 🙂

While engagement photos weren’t something they were thinking about getting for their wedding, I explained to them that I think they are important.  For two big reasons – 1) It’s good to get to know how my clients act in front of the camera and get to know them better as a couple; and 2) it’s good practice for the wedding day!  They know exactly what I’m looking for when I direct them and tell them to do something.

They were naturals!  And, Tony and I spent the night talking about how fantastic they were.  I love my job, and they made my job so much fun! <3  Can’t wait for their wedding in May!

Here are just a few of their photos..

It was windy!!!

005006

I love the next photo!  Allow me to introduce you to Pierre, their beloved dog!  This photo makes me laugh because he kept trying to get in on the action!  Tony was a professional dog wrangler for most of our time together!

 Mt. Washington Pittsburgh Engagement Photos013Mt. Washington Pittsburgh Engagement Photos

West End Overlook.  It was less windy and like 10 degrees warmer!

Beautiful family photo!025romantic engagement photo by pics by chicks photography - pittsburgh wedding photographersfall engagement photos by pics by chicks photographyengagement photos in pittsburgh at the west end overlookbeaver county engagement photosengagement photo in pittsburghwest end overlook engagement photo

These last two photos are my absolute favorite from their engagement session!  She’s gorgeous, he’s handsome, their dog is cute … that all equals perfection!

engagement photos pittsburgh by pics by chicks photographypittsburgh engagement photos at the west end overlook, couple & their dog

Pittsburgh engagement photos provided by Pics By Chicks Photography, Pittsburgh wedding photographers.  Our wedding package includes a complementary engagement session.  Please follow the links below for details on our wedding service.

~Package and Pricing for wedding photography

~Wedding Planning Tips

~A selection of photos from other engagement sessions

For more photography goodness, please follow us on social media:

Facebook, @Pics By Chicks Photography

Instagram, @picsbychicksphotography

Pinterest, @Pics By Chicks

Pittsburgh Wedding Photography | Beaver County Wedding Photographer | Gibsonia Wedding Photographer |Wexford Wedding Photographer

Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

A Tie & Pearls

Ah, boudoir detail photo – some of my favorite photos in the boudoir collection.  Enjoy a few photos featuring his tie, shirt and some gorgeous pearls!

047055061063066067

For more photography goodness, please follow us on social media:

Facebook, @Pics By Chicks Photography

Instagram, @picsbychicksphotography

Pinterest, @Pics By Chicks

no comments
Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

Mark Loves Adrienne

Pittsburgh Wedding Photographers, Pics By Chicks Photography, celebrated Mark & Adrienne’s wedding at the Futules Harmar House in Chewsick, PA.  For more information on our wedding photography services, please follow the links below.

~Wedding package and pricing 

~Collection of photos from other weddings

~Wedding planning tips

I don’t even know what to say about this couple.  They are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!  I knew from the start that we were going to love each other.  At our first meeting, it was like we had been friends for years.  Sharing stories and laughs – it was great from beginning to end.  As I drove away from that meeting, I thought “Man, I’m going to be real disappointed if they don’t choose me as their wedding photographer.”  When I arrived home, I got an email from Adrienne that it didn’t take them long to figure out that I was their photographer!  DARN RIGHT! 🙂

I expected tons of laughs and love throughout the day and I got exactly what I wanted.  These two are the most fun but so sweet and loving, and I was unbelievably HONORED to be their photographer!

It was a little cold … er, very cold … on their wedding day!  But, they were troupers nonetheless.  I was super happy with our location choice for their wedding portraits – so many awesome little areas within the park and I loved being able to capture their love!  What a fun loving and happy couple!!  And, I’ll be the first to admit that I have a HUGE crush on them – HUGE!  I love them to pieces and they’ve been so amazing throughout this process that I could ask for a better couple! 🙂

Here are a few of my favorites from their wedding!

bride & groom photo in park, happy wedding photo

This is always one of my favorites from the wedding day!bride & dad walking down the aisle. wedding ceremony photo by pics by chicks photography

An emotional moment while saying the vows.
millvale wedding photo at churchfirst kiss wedding photo

I adored this moment with the flower girl!

bride & flower girl photo by pond at Squaw Park, Pics By Chicks Photographybride & bridesmaids wedding photogroom & groomsmen photo in black & white from wedding photographer in pittsburgh
pittsburgh wedding photographers346

wedding portrait photo by pics by chicks photography - pittsburgh weddingblack & white wedding photo of bride and groom356
362

369
This next series of photos are my FAVORITE from their wedding.  So sweet, romantic and lovely! 🙂
pittsburgh wedding photographers, romantic wedding photo

collage of photos from fall wedding in pittsburgh of bride and groom, pittsburgh wedding photographers pics by chicks photography

SWOON!!pittsburgh wedding photographers pics by chicks photography capture a fall wedding in pittsburgh

OK, listen.  I love personality in my couples!  In our various meetings, we’ve discussed Game of Thrones, Star Wars, Star Trek, How to Train Your Dragon … and the list goes.  These two are super special.  So, after capturing some warm and romantic images, I gave them a moment to just let loose.  These two make these scrunchy nose faces at each other and I LOVE that I get to capture those little moments between them!  These are their wedding photos and the photos should reflect who they are!  379

Look at that sparkle in her eyes!388

389

Kiss, veil, jewelry!  Ahhhh….
400407411
415Collage 2
420Look here – this is an amazing image by TONY!!!  This is why I love that we cover weddings together.  He can get different angles during our portraits, and sometimes – SOMETIMES – I get jealous that I didn’t capture what he did.  This is one of those times.
426433

 

564

A little reception fun for you!Reception Fun

And finally some details from their day!

Details

Wising you a lifetime of love, Adrienne & Mark!

Want to stay in touch with Pics By Chicks?!? Follow us on social media:

Facebook, @Pics By Chicks Photography

Instagram, @picsbychicksphotography

Pinterest, @Pics By Chicks

Pittsburgh wedding photographers, Pics By Chicks Photography is a awesome husband and wife team who thoroughly enjoy the experience of sharing your wedding day with you!  More information on our wedding photography package and pricing, please click here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photography | Beaver County Wedding Photographer | Gibsonia Wedding Photographer |Wexford Wedding Photographer

Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

Menu