What is Boudoir? // Terre Haute, IN boudoir Photographer // Kierra Josette Artistry

What is Boudoir?

If you've been following Kierra Josette Artistry for any amount of time, you'll notice we talk a lot about Boudoir and we provide you with lots of information on how to prep for a shoot, but we don't often explain what exactly Boudoir is and what it means. Boudoir is the French word for a woman's bedroom, so it makes sense that a boudoir photo shoot is typically thought of as a sexy photo shoot.

Clients typically wear sexy outfits - lingerie, stockings, undergarments, dresses, etc. It doesn’t always have to be like that though! Personally, when I think of a boudoir shoot, I think of it as more of a confidence booster. While some women believe wearing sexy clothing helps their build confidence, that’s not always the case. Many women choose to wear items of clothing that they wear everyday (i.e.- a tank or tee, a fitted button down shirt, a robe, etc.) that will remind them of that photo shoot every time they wear it.

We welcome your creative input and remember, you are part of your styling team too! While some women choose to do a shoot for a significant other (birthday gift, wedding present, anniversary, etc.), it typically ends up being a gift for themselves more so in the long run. Sessions do SO MUCH to lift you up and give you back a sense of self, and a refreshed feeling of confidence.

Your partner will look lovingly at the images too, but the true feeling of transformation will only be felt by you, our client and the subject of the images. Most of my clients have shared that booking a shoot initially brought on feelings of anxiety, but ended up being a huge confidence builder for them. We are here for you every step of the way and can often talk you through the different feelings and emotions you may feel before your session. Always reach out!

The photographers at Kierra Josette Artistry here in our Terre Haute, IN studio have a way with women, and with cameras. We see clients in a way that, unfortunately, they rarely see themselves. It's not magic - it is being willing to be vulnerable enough to put yourself out there to let someone show you a different side of yourself. Let us show you how beautiful you are. You never know where that newfound confidence will take you!

If you’re interested in details on booking your own session fill out the contact form HERE!

Overcoming Triumphs // Kierra Josette Artistry // Terre Haute, IN Boudoir Photographer

"This was my third session I had done with Kierra. The first two were gifts for my significant other at the time. This past year has been a rough one going through a divorce and struggling with some serious self image issues. However, I finally am to the point that I know someone else will want me and it was a serious self-confidence booster! I did this session solely for myself and it was by far my favorite one yet!

I’ve had two sessions with Kierra before today. Both of which were meant to be gifts for my significant other at the time which were turned out beautifully.

But today I did a session and it was solely for ME.

I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life I feel like and it has always made me self conscious. Kierra always makes me feel like perfection working with her. The past year of my life has been pure hell. Long story short, I got divorced and I was so afraid no one would ever want me again. I feel like I stayed in my relationship/marriage because I was afraid no one would ever desire me in that way again. But let me just tell you all, I was so wrong. In that marriage I lost myself and for the first time in 3 years, I finally feel like I am me again. I feel like my smile is brighter and my life is so much more how I wanted it to be. I’m free to be who I was meant to be. Anyone that has ever been in the situation of losing a piece of yourself knows it’s a deep and dark place. I was fortunate enough to find my way out and for that I am forever grateful and will never look at myself in a negative light again. I’m far from perfect but I have a lot to offer and more women need to realize this about themselves. Never settle or think you don’t have what it takes for a session because you’ll regret it!

Today was for me and I can’t thank Kierra enough for making the experience amazing! (Along with being such a good friend through all the ups and downs with no judgement! 😘)

I love just hanging out and chatting with Kierra. She always makes me laugh when I have a session with her and it makes the experience that much more unique.

If I had to give advice to another women about doing a session it would be: DO it! I promise once you do it one time, you'll be hooked!!.