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July 24, 2015

Boudoir Transformation

Boudoir Photography Pittsburgh services provided by Pics By Chicks Photography. Maura Chick provides women with an amazing experience encompassing hair & makeup application, photo shoot, champagne and awesome photos. For more information on boudoir photography services, including price, for those in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas, please click here.

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A common complaint I hear from women when they first contact me about a boudoir photo shoot is that they are not photogenic. I always assure them that it doesn’t matter whether you are photogenic or not, and that should not be the one thing that should hold you back from doing a boudoir photo shoot. There are many things that go into making an awesome boudoir photo – lighting, posing, editing, attitude (yours, not mine) – and let’s not forget hair and makeup. While that’s important, it’s really a small part of what goes into the photo but it certainly helps you feel sexy and confident. I want to touch on one point in this post – attitude – but more importantly, your comfort level. This dictates so much of the photos and I really do pride myself on getting you to relax and be comfortable with me. We laugh A LOT during the session – it should be fun, encouraging and empowering – and I want you to feel all those things during your session. Your boudoir transformation will be amazing when all these things come together. So, for the shy girls, the un-photogenic women, the women who say they have a few pounds to lose before they can do a shoot – it doesn’t matter. Your transformation will be amazing!

Here’s a before and after from a recent boudoir! She was beautiful before and a super sexy vixen during the shoot! 🙂

Boudoir Transformation, Boudoir Photography Pittsburgh

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July 23, 2015

Bradlee Turns 1

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I have had the immense pleasure of watching Bradlee grow over the last year. From her newborn session, 6 months, 1 year and even her birthday party – I’ve been there for every moment. And, let’s not forget the wedding of her parents too!

Nicole, Bradlee’s mom, is an amazing woman that I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know. Her, and her family, have welcomed me like I was one of their own and it has been an honor of mine to be a part of their lives over the last 15 months. Nicole has enriched my life in so many amazing ways and I’m so thankful for her support, encouragement and trust in me to be her photographer. I’m super excited for our next journey!

Here are just a few photos from Bradlee’s one year session, but first some special photos. When we scheduled her 1 year session, Nicole asked if I would mind taking some photos of her great grandfather and the family – a total of 5 generations! How special is it to have 5 generations! Her great grandfather was amazing – so full of smiles and happiness and I really think he enjoyed having everyone around him. And, boy, did he love looking at Bradlee – his face just lit up when she came over to him. These are moments and photos that I cherish beyond words could express. I really hope the family treasures these photos as much as I do. I really think this is something every family should have!

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5 Generations! FIVE! How special.

5 Generation Photo, Pittsburgh Photographer

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Now it’s time for Bradlee’s photo shoot! She’s the most beautiful girl I’ve had the privilege of photographing! <3

Melt my heart!!!

I laugh every single time I look at this photo! What a funny expression and something I love to capture in the children I photograph.

Outfit #2.

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July 21, 2015

Wedding Preview – Emilee & Luke

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Welcome to Emilee and Luke’s wedding preview blog post!

Two words – THE HEAT! Saturday was hot and humid. When it’s that hot with a large bridal party (there were 22 of them!), you can’t keep people out in the elements too long. The ladies were sweating thru their dresses and Luke’s knees were even sweating. It was THAT hot!

We had a great time with these high school sweethearts who are now husband and wife! Their ceremony was a St. Cecilia’s Church in Rochester, PA, and their reception at The Chadwick in Wexford. Everything was so beautiful for their special day.

Here are just a few photos from their day…more to come soon!

Her shoes! I love sparkle and glitter and Emilee’s shoes did not disappoint!

When it’s unbelievable hot out, you spend an few extra minutes in the church to get some photos in the cool air! The one thing I loved about Luke and Emilee is that you could SEE their love for each other when you looked at them. It made me smile all day!

And now, outside. We didn’t last too long. 90 degrees, a big dress, and multiple layers of a tuxedo. Yup, you wouldn’t last too long either…but we got it done!

So, the next photo may be my FAVORITE photo from their wedding.

There is more to come from their wedding so stay tuned to our pages for notice when their full wedding blog post is ready in a few weeks.

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July 20, 2015

Boudoir Tips – Where to Shop For Curvy Girls

Well, today’s blog post is specifically for those ladies who have some beautifully sexy curves! Where to shop for plus size boudoir. Here are some places for you to shop for your boudoir session that’s guaranteed to have your size. I have purposely picked places that are either specifically for curvy women or sites that have extensive size options!

Make sure you find items that are right for your body. A lot of the shopping is sometimes trial and error! And be sure to check out some of my other blog posts on what might work for your body type.

Hips & Curves

Oh, hips and curves how I love thee! What am amazing site with lots of options and ideas for those lovely curvy ladies. You have to check out this site – some of the items can be expensive but their sales are very reasonably priced!

Yandy

I’ve mentioned this site before in my blog posts. I really love the extensive offering that Yandy has, and their size range is spectacular! Here is a piece that I love from Yandy that’s perfect for a boudoir session. Just remember, please ignore the over-the-top nature of the photographs of the outfits!

Torrid

This is my new favorite site for curvy chicks! I love that this site is specifically geared towards sizes 12 – 28. I was not expecting a large selection of lingerie items but I was presently surprised! And, the items have some simple but great designs. This chemise pictured here is a perfect item to wear in a boudoir photo shoot! Also, use this site to incorporate some modest pieces into your session!

Curvy Girl Lingerie

This site has everything for curvy women. It’s one stop shopping! And their sizes go up to 6x – how perfect! They have some really great garter belts, and I particularly enjoyed the highwaisted garter belt pictured here – how beautiful. And, it would pull in your tummy as well. Check out a few of the waist cinchers as well!

Adore Me

Another site with a wonderful collection of items! They have a great selection of bra and panty sets in larger sizes and lots of color options. Also, a lot of their corsets go up to size 6x! Here is a corset I love – and I especially love the matching skirt! So many cute details!

Bare Necessities

This site has lots of great bras. As you know, bras are essential to a boudoir shoot. They have lots of bras that come in extended sizes – make sure to find a bra that fits your body – there are so many options when it comes to bras (plunge, demi, push-up, etc).

Lane Bryant

This is a favorite for a lot of curvy girls, and as a formerly size 26 woman I can say that I love Lane Bryant’s selection. I used to shop there frequent. And like the other sites in this post they really have a great selection. This is a bra, panty and garter belt that I really love. Some of their pieces have great little details!

Avenue

The last place on my list is Avenue. The one thing I love Avenue for is shape wear! I love to incorporate shape wear into the boudoir sessions for curvy ladies. They really huge the curves while pulling things in and it looks amazing in photos. Check out their selection.

Anywhere else you would shop for ladies with curves? Leave comments below.

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July 14, 2015

Wedding Preview – Jodi & Jon

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Welcome to Jodi and Jon’s wedding preview blog post! What a fun and beautiful day on Saturday for their fabulous wedding! We started at Jodi’s father’s house, headed to the church (St. Monica in Beaver Falls), then off to The Fez for their reception. Super excited to get into all their photos but just a few for now. Stay tuned for their full blog post in a few weeks.

Jodi was a stunning bride! We’re both glad it didn’t rain on their wedding day but because of all the rain in recent weeks, the ground was so wet and soggy…but we made it work!

Look how beautiful…and happy!

Ring, veil, flowers – so perfect! Jodi’s veil was one of the most gorgeous I’ve ever seen! I wanted to take it home with me!

Seriously, they smiled the entire time during their portraits. Well, until Jon was just “photoed out.” 🙂 I have so much fun with our couples and there was no shortage of laughs throughout the day – they were so excited to just get married and I love to see that excitement!

Jodi and Jon – I can’t thank you enough for letting us share in this day with you both! What a pleasure of ours to spend this time with your friends and family!

There is more to come from their wedding so stay tuned to our pages for notice when their full wedding blog post is ready in a few weeks.

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