I asked my girlfriend if she was interested in taking professional boudoir photos for me. She said…read more"yeah one day". That day has not come yet but she has transformed her physique to get ready for picture day. The motivation has been unreal and the outcome is noticeable! I love it and it should be anytime soon!

Natalia Mendoza is like a fairy godmother! I highly recommend the experience she provides for any…read morewoman who needs a reminder of what a beautiful badass she is. For the past 5 years, I've completely dedicated myself to my children and family. It's become a large part of my identity and I needed a reminder that "mommy" isn't the only title that defines me. I wanted to reclaim the strong, sexy, and stunning part of myself and Natalia made it possible for me to do that. I booked a session with her for my birthday this past October and the experience exceeded my expectations. She was very professional, scheduling a consultation before we even set a date to answer all my questions, go over details, and to set expectations. Leading up to our shoot, we shared a Pinterest inspiration board. I had outside-of-the-box boudoir ideas and Natalia was extremely receptive to capturing something beyond the ordinary. When the day arrived, I got to spend a few hours playing the ultimate dress-up and indulging the fantasy-nerd in me. I felt confident, empowered, glamorous, and alive! Natalia was warm and vibrant; made me feel like I was hanging out with my best friend. As a woman and a mother, herself, she really understood my feelings and helped me bring out the best in myself. While the shoot took place during the flatter part of the COVID curve, she took all safety precautions and I felt very safe during our session. Several weeks later, I got a beautiful album and series of photos that truly reflect my inner goddess! Definitely one of the best investments that I've ever made. Natalia allowed me to have a wonderful experience and exquisite keepsakes that I can admire for a lifetime. This was truly a gift and worth every single penny!

I didn't think I would be comfortable and really didn't know what to expect. I met Christina and…read moreright away I felt like I made the right choice. Christina made you feel so comfortable in your own skin. I had a great experience and had so much fun!!! I would love to do it again! Next time it will be with my bestie!!! I am so happy I did it. I inspired others to do the same thing. Christina and her makeup artist will doll you up and beautify you. It will be ALL about you. If you're on the fence and kinda shy, go see Christina. She's great and you will have an amazing photo session!

Did a little photo shoot so I could make an album for my husbands 50th birthday gift. I had my…read moremakeup done by makeupbycynthiia.com and I've never looked prettier! I brought four outfits from home, but ended up borrowing from the studio one amazing piece. Along with shoes and jewelry this studio was stocked. Christina the owner and photographer was so talented. I never felt rushed. She did not seem like she was in a hurry. She made sure I was positioned to be the most flattering and would help me adjust things as needed. Once my session was over, she explained to me the process for getting my album. She gave me options for the cover and let me choose the photos I wanted in the album. Along with that came a flash drive with all of my photos taken on the day. Within two weeks my album arrived at my door and it is beautiful. I would recommend this studio to anyone who might be afraid to do a session like this. I was never uncomfortable and I'm not normally photogenic. This was a great experience!

I was blown away by the experience and the final product. Working with Cheshire was awesome from…read morebeginning to end. I actually found him after speaking with a different boudoir photography company whose ad I had seen on Instagram; I decided to do some research before committing to anyone, and found Cheshire on Yelp, checked out his website, and put in an inquiry. He called me very quickly and the conversation was so different from the other places I spoke with! Instead of just laying out "here's how it works, here's what you get for this price," etc., he asked a lot about what I was looking for, what I hoped to get out of it, my motivations or inspirations, etc. That personal touch carried throughout the experience. He consistently made an effort to understand what I was looking for--from the planning process to the photo shoot to going through the photos afterward--to make sure that I got exactly what I was hoping for. The photos themselves are absolutely awesome. It's incredible the different looks and feels he creates in a relatively small studio. More importantly, he just has an incredible eye for what is going to look good and how to create looks, moods, etc. I felt super comfortable the whole time, and I think that shows in the final product. Everyone who has seen my pictures has been blown away. He's way more than just a photographer; he's a true artist. Never in a million years had I ever imagined having a giant naked photo of myself on my wall, and yet here we are...and everyone who's seen it has been amazed. Can't recommend him highly enough!

This was my second time booking with Dragonfly Boudoir and it was even better than the first. I…read moredon't love having my photograph taken, but it was a calm experience with beautiful settings and backdrops and creative ideas that produced some of the best images I've ever had taken. Would highly recommend.

A boudoir photo shoot had been on my bucket list for a long time. I was engaged and thought it…read morewould be the perfect wedding gift, but can't say it wasn't a gift to myself as well. I researched different photographers and Andrea caught my eye for 2 reasons: her beautiful, timeless and elegant photos and her dialogue around doing a boudoir photo shoot. She starts with introspective questions about what you want to portray in your photos. She nurtures a healthy body image along the way and makes you feel your best from the inside out. That is truly her magic. The day itself was so special where I got to step out of my normal routine and into the routine of a super model. Andrea and her team had every detail worked out, so I could just relax and go with it. I visited Andrea again to review the photos to choose my favorites. There were too many and I ended up making the book bigger to solve that "problem." The end product is two books (boudoir + fine art) full of beautiful, professional photos. I gifted the book the morning of our wedding day and my now husband was absolutely floored. They now live on his nightstand and we both look at the often. Thank you, Andrea! When can we do it again?!?!

I received my album having been away for a few days and wow!!!!!…read more I am so thrilled with the results. From the very first time I reached out and received Andy's response I knew I wanted to go ahead with this adventure. And what an adventure it's been. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner! I'm so happy with the results and I had so much fun with her and her amazing make up artist on the day. Two awesome women with make up, a camera, some great lighting and champagne? Pretty perfect day! I felt beautiful, comfortable and most importantly had so much FUN. I have wonderful memories from this whole experience! I'm sure you're sick of hearing it but THANK YOU! It must be so fulfilling to have a job where you get to make women feel like the best versions of themselves.

Awesome experience!…read more I recently had reached out to them as I had lost my pictures from a few years ago, and thankfully they still had them and was able to re-send them to me! I'm so grateful! My experience was great! I felt like a sexy princess and the pictures turned out nicely! Makeup was a bit heavy but it was for the occasion. Would recommend!

The absolutely best place to go for boudoir, wedding, couple and other photos! Tiff does hair and…read moremake up and has a closet full of outfits if you don't have your own! Tiffany is the best ever and I have done 3 shoots and look forward to number 4! You will not regret having her take your pics! do NOT wait for the perfect weight, time, not ok for now, etc. Tiffany makes you look and feel like a QUEEN! Run! do not walk and get a consult and you will never ever regret the decision to have her take your photos!! Get in the outdoor shower too! love me some Tiff!!

I cannot recommend Katya enough! She is an incredibly talented photographer with a unique eye for…read morecapturing beauty in the most effortless way. I've had the pleasure of working with her for both my boudoir session before my wedding and my maternity shoot, and each experience was nothing short of amazing. Katya has a way of tailoring each shoot to fit her client's personal style. For my boudoir session, she found the perfect retro hotel with stunning wallpaper and a vintage telephone, which completely matched my old-Hollywood vibe. The entire shoot felt like it was straight out of a classic film. More importantly, she made me feel completely at ease--something that isn't easy when you're wearing so little! Beyond her artistic vision, Katya has a gift for making people feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. She brings out the best in everyone she photographs, creating timeless, breathtaking images. If you're on the fence, don't hesitate--book Katya! You won't regret it.

I had pleaser working with Katerina twice and definitely will be coming back for more…read more For both of my photo sessions, Katerina suggested my look and help me to get my outfits together. Location was planed well as well. I'm very camera, shy, but with Katerina I felt very relaxed and confident, she guide me through the posing, and everything looks very natural on the pictures. Hands down best Bay Area photographer I have ever worked with.

I cannot say enough positive words about the talented Lone Morch. Her skill is unmatched and I will…read morebe forever grateful that I happened to stumble across her website while wedding planning last year. It is an honor, privilege and pleasure to know her and it breaks my heart knowing she won't be back in the SF Bay Area for the foreseeable future due to the pandemic. Should her prospective clients want to connect with a former client to hear all about her fun, freeing, fabulous process, I encourage Lone to share my contact information.

If there were one word I could use to describe my photo session at Lolo's Boudoir, it would be:…read morebaptismal. That may be far too dramatic a term but it really sums up my inspiring photo experience with photographer Lone Mrch Schneider. My 34th birthday was approaching and I wanted to replace the standard feelings of gloom about growing older with a more positive experience. Indulging myself with a sexy and revealing boudoir photo session was the best birthday gift I could give to myself. In a serendipitous way I happened upon Lolo's Boudoir website (www.lolosboudoir.com) and instantly knew she was the one. Her photographic style instinctively appealed to me: ethereal but natural, timeless, spontaneous, sensual and revealing yet at times coquettish. I can't claim to be an expert on the art of photography but I have strong opinions on what I like and don't like. So many other photo boudoir websites had revealed to be tacky, campy and very artificial. Lolo's Boudoir has heartfelt style. Before our session I felt a little self conscious and I had warned Lone that I might prove to be one of her more 'curvier' clients and that given the wrong angle I might not be one of her most photogenic! She reassured me through examples from her portfolio she would discover the best I had to give. Lone possesses artistic mindfulness. She kindly encouraged the real me to the surface and helped me uncover the beauty I thought I never possessed. The entire experience was an awakening and rebirth of my sensual spirit. Lone has the magical ability to transform any environment. We had an outdoors photo shoot where she transformed the forest into a starlet's dressing room. Lone's gentle, fun and professional personality allowed me to shed all inhibitions. I spent a cold winter morning frolicking about the forest, playing the role of nymph, drama queen and even bathing beauty as I shed all and luxuriated in the freezing cold stream water. At that moment I felt I had experienced a 'creative baptism' of sorts. Regardless of just whom you have in mind while you're smiling (or smirking, flirting, luring) for while posing for the camera lens; you should always be posing for yourself. Just you. A photographic experience at Lolo's Boudoir is all about you. It's a special time for you to be sensual, carefree, indulgent, sexy and alluring. With a complimentary glass of champagne and a few nibbles of fine chocolate...how could you not be?

We're so grateful to have Alex for capturing our wedding day so beautifully! The whole team was so…read moreenthusiastic, energetic, and genuinely excited to be there with us, which made the entire experience feel so fun and comfortable. What we loved most was their unique way of capturing moments. We didn't have to do a lot of posing -- they were able to find beautiful angles and naturally capture all the little emotions and moments throughout the day. Looking through our photos feels like reliving the wedding all over again. Thank you so much for capturing our memories with so much heart and creativity. We absolutely love our photos and would highly recommend Alex and his team to any couple looking for wedding photographers!

If you are camera-shy but still looking for beautiful and sexy photos for yourself or someone…read morespecial. Alex (Dung) is the best only photographer you want . I truly had amazing and empowering experience with boudoir shot by Alex Cui Studio . Dung did a great job ! I felt so comfortable with him and he guide me along the way to get the best poses the facial impression for the shot . He knows exactly what he is doing so don't worry if you are nervous about not know how to pose . Absolutely, he is professional, easy to communicate, creative and passionate about his work which is evident in the quality of his final product. Pricing is comparable to other photographers around Bay Area . I wish I could give 10 stars for Alex (Dung) . I highly recommend his service. He's very flexible with appointments and produced the photographs in haft the time he promised.

The studio work coming from this photographer and her editor has me thinking who is this beautiful…read morewoman pictured? When I know in my heart it's me. I have been delighted to have a second round of work done by this power couple. They are professional and they listen to your concerns about your body and looks; they also fulfill dreams of becoming a beautiful mermaid and sexy confident woman. From Headshots to Fun Shots their work is worth every penny in having you feel like the beautiful woman you are inside and outside. Please check them out and know their beach town location is worth the drive. This is the best gift I ever gave myself personally and I can only hope others love themselves enough to do a shoot to feel good about yourself for the future years to come!

At first sight, you think the unassuming house in the middle of the coastal town is just what it…read moreseems... a house. Walking in, you'd be surprised that simple magic is made here. Though I've never reviewed a photography studio, I'd like to give this studio and couple a shout out. I came here one evening for a boudoir photo session, and was expecting to find a bed. Something that I'm used to seeing during boudoir sessions. However, no bed was to be found. I was confused but also very curious as to why this was. I went to change into my first outfit and shyly walked out. I sat on a chair and the rest was history. Before the shoot: Laura spoke with me and told me what to expect. She laid out the plans to have a cabaret style shoot and to bring my best lingerie. She did have a few things in the studio, she said, but as a plus size model, I purchased a few things to make sure I would be comfortable and fit. When walking in the studio, I met with Mark, her husband and the editor of the photos. He was very kind and offered a lot of support for his wife. It was nice to see a great couple working together doing what they love. During the shoot: Laura was very helpful. She offered poses that would not only make me feel sexy, but also direction that would make my body look fantastic in the photos. Unfortunately, one do the poses that I loved doing didn't make the final cut - if only I looked great in that one. It was one of my favorite things. She had me balancing with one leg extended on a chair, "cabaret" style. She even put a laptop in front of me to see a small part of the movie to get me in the spirit. She offered music that was both comforting and fun, and the atmosphere was just.. beautiful. We worked very well and I felt my best working with her. It was wonderful. After the shoot: Laura and I agreed to a video chat where she shared my best images and I chose the ones that I wanted to edit. It was an easy process and it took only a few minutes. I was stunned to see how gorgeous they turned out. She offered a great variety to choose from and I was happy with my choices. The end result was a great experience and beautiful memorable photos. My husband was pleased and he loved the entire experience watching on the sides line and seeing the results. The only thing that I would recommend is a fan. It was quite hot under the lights, but aside from that - it was awesome! Thank you Laura for this experience and photography and Mark for your great editing skills!

Heather took my maternity photos in a boudoir-portrait hybrid style at her studio. I'm SO pleased…read morewith how the images turned out and I'd recommend her to anyone wanting maternity photos on the more spicy side ! This was an entirely new experience for me (being photographed with hardly any clothing) , but Heather made me feel comfortable and safe. The studio is a bit tricky to find, but if you use your intuition when wandering around, you'll be just fine.

Do not book! This…read morewoman claims to be all about female empowerment but after booking a session for April 1st in her Pleasanton location, she called me two hours before my scheduled session to cancel because she was sick. I paid $1k for the session in addition to hundreds of dollars for outfits, hair and nail appointments. She offered to reschedule but when I shared I couldn't make that date weeks in advance and wouldn't be able to drive to her new location outside of the Bay Area, she refused to refund the money even though she canceled on me because "I had rescheduled." She then offered to refund half but never did and stopped answering my text messages. I had to place a dispute with my credit card company and am still working with them even though I have an email and text conversations from Heather herself stating she would refund the money. The way she does business and ghosts and cancels the day of is not reliable or fair given the circumstances especially when she cancels on her clients the morning of and offers no flexibility on refunds when she moved outside of the Bay Area and then ghosts on fulfilling her agreement to refund. This is a warning to take your business elsewhere to someone is who actually about female empowerment, fairness, flexibility and holding to their word when they as the business owner have to cancel and out me out of thousands of dollars someone who won't cancel the day of and then penalize you when you realize you can't afford another session with clothing rental and hair and nails. Had to put a star but be no stars given there was no service and she wasn't willing to refund given her cancellation on the day of and make an exception to her no refund policy for her illness and move 2 hours from original booked location.