Boudoir blog for women in Maryland, Virginia & DC who are interested in booking a boudoir photoshoot near them. Products, clients, tips and tricks are a few of the things you’ll find on the Lavish Boudoir Blog.
Lighting for Boudoir
When I started photography back in 2006ish, I knew absolutely nothing about light. I knew how to point a camera at a subject, I knew basic posing, and I knew how to make a woman feel comfortable in front of the camera. My studio was called “Photography by Leslie Anne.” My photographs were as generic as my name.
In 2008ish, I attended a workshop with one of the most brilliant wedding photographers in the world. Jerry Ghionis offered a workshop just one state away and I jumped at the opportunity.
The first thing we did was publicly display our portfolio for critique. I was pretty proud of my work. Jerry had other opinions. He basically told me that all of my light was flat and boring. Well, then…
Turns out, he was right. Luckily, the next 3 days were dedicated to seeing light. To understanding the difference in high key, low key, short light, broad light and flat light. We learned to use buildings as reflectors, to tuck models into strange places to get some artistic framing and how to turn a warehouse wedding into a memorable photo op.
I don’t photograph weddings anymore, but I credit his teachings to knowing and understanding light.
This photo was taken in my studio with the same light and the same angle for the model. Each says something entirely different to me and appeals to different viewers.
Which light do you prefer?
Oh, and he’s the one who gave me the idea for the studio name, LAVISH. Huge improvement in the name. He still offers workshops, so if you’re still learning photography as a professional, I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Miss M - Beauty by Lavish Boudoir
Miss M came in for a beauty shoot. I wanted to channel old Hollywood with glamorous waves and dramatic lighting. What do you think of this gorgeous lady? P.S. I see a hint of Fergie in her, don't you?
Makeup by Adeana Dillon
Photography by Leslie Cersovski
Copyright Leslie Cersovski @ Lavish Boudoir www.LavishBoudoir... - all rights reserved - glamour, hollywood, beauty
Keeping the light on?
So, we all know that boys like to keep the lights on...
So, we all know that men like to keep the lights on in bed. Of course they do! You may be thinking, "Ewww... cellulite." He's thinking, "Mmmm... boobs." The closest thing you can get to a real-life airbrushing is colored lightbulbs with a super low wattage. Swap out your regular bulbs for 15-25 watt amber bulbs. It's like being bathed in candlelight (minus the fire hazard). What are your tips for keeping things romantic in your boudoir?
