If you're looking to shop at the Maven Black line at Shineon I wouldnt recommend it. Made an…read moreappointment a month out online, was getting serval which seemed like automated messaging on what to prepare for my shoot and what not, I disregarded the messages until the day before my appointment I wanted to call and make sure that Im only coming to shop and not shoot! I just didn't want to waste her time if she is thinking shes doing a shoot which was not the case. So I called left a VM no answer or callback. So the next day I proceeded to go 45 minutes into downtown houston, waiting around the lofts for about 10 minutes called her multiple times and got forwarded and never answered the door to her studio. One of my Other friends who had shown me this boutique had known her personally and reached out, ONLY THEN DID SHE DECIDE to text me some message on how MY appointment got cancelled and if I wanted to reschedule. I think its completely unprofessional to cancel an appointment for a someone and not let them know and just leave them in the dust. if this is how she is even for shopping I cant imagine how unprofessional she is in her other endeavors.

My shoot with ShineOn Boudoir in downtown Houston was the first professional boudoir photoshoot…read moreI've ever booked, and I was very nervous for weeks leading up to it. I was not in a very body-positive mindset the evening before and even walking into the studio the day of, but that quickly changed as I talked with Julia and her team. My nerves calmed when Laura started on my makeup, and Kendall handed me a glass of champagne. Leading up to the photoshoot, I received several emails with information regarding their downtown warehouse loft location right across from Minute Made Park and parking. They also included how to best prepare for the shoot--from what to wear, skincare suggestions, and where to buy high-quality lingerie if I didn't already have some. The email sent the day before let me know the timeline and everything that would take place that day. Their excellent communication certainly helped me relax before the big day! Laura did a beautiful job on my makeup. I typically wear very natural and light makeup, and it was fun to see the drama she added, so my makeup would stand out for the shoot! I still looked like myself, which was important to me. While Laura did my makeup, Kendall went through the several outfits I had packed and my jewelry to pick out the shoot styles. She and Julia decided to put me in a few pieces from Julia's lingerie line, and they were absolutely stunning! It was wonderful to hand over the final decision making to their team of professionals and relax. Once my hair and makeup were done, I got to see the outfits that had been styled for me, and we started the shoot. Julia demonstrated and talked me through exactly what poses I'd be doing for each shot. She kept saying "gorgeous" or "perfect" with every shot, and it definitely boosted my confidence. By the end of the shoot, we had several stunning photos to choose from, and we sat together to whittle down the choices. This was the most challenging part of the experience, and I was stunned to see myself on the screen. Was that really me? The lighting was stunning. The curves and angles were so feminine and breathtaking. She and her team had managed to bring out the goddess in me, and I couldn't have felt more confident leaving the studio. I will be recommending ShineOn Boudoir to all of my friends. Men and women alike! They also shoot couples, which could be such a fun gift for a birthday or holiday. I'm certainly hoping my upcoming birthday involves a gift certificate so I can snag more of the photos I had to weed out from this shoot! Highly recommend!

I have always wanted to take some sexy pictures that I'd be able to look back on. Once I'm older…read more I took some in a very sexy & revealing outfit. And I also took nude pictures. I was nervous before I showed up. But Lucinda & her husband are so professional. They made me feel so comfortable that I almost forgot I was naked. I will be repeating business with them!

I went in on 09/14 to take pictures. I was super nervous at first since this is the first time i…read moreever took professional pictures. But they made my experience extremely pleasant..they are super sweet and very patient..nothing is rush they take the time to edit your pictures to your liking and i love every bit of it..this experience made me comfortable enough to want to take more sexy pictures..i will return to them soon for more pictures..my husband love them lol. Thank Nolan and Lucinda(sorry if i spelled your names wrong) but i really really appreciate my experience with you guys.

I had the most amazing time with Kat today. She has helped me create a special wedding day gift for…read moremy husband-to-be. Kat has such a cool personality that you are immediately disarmed and ready to make magic. As we went through the day and I saw myself, I commented that she was a magician because I felt totally transformed into my better self. To start the day, I was prepped by her make-up artist who was phenomenal. During the session, she gave great directions and posed me to get the best angles for the photos. The preview I saw of the photos (even without retouching) were gorgeous. It made me feel so good and confident about myself. I can't say enough about my experience. You will not be disappointed and I have already started recruiting my girls to do this. Even if it's just for them alone! Women deserve to be dolled up and have our pictures taken.

Kat was a amazing photographer me and my husband had a good ti…read moreme doing oyr budoir photoshoot

The merchant tricked me in to signing the agreement and wouldn't disclose prices, made me sign the…read moreagreement in order to book an appointment then gave me a price sheet with prices of 12k for pictures which I would have never agreed to had I known the price which he didn't disclose until i was locked in. He's dishonest and just wants to take peoples money. I waited forever to have the courage to do this abs he took that excitement away by scamming me. He hasn't replied to any attempts to settle this and I don't feel safe using his services. He is taking advantage of women. Do yourself a favor and find an honest photographer.

Had my first Boudoir shoot with Corey this past Saturday, and I can't say enough amazing things…read moreabout the experience. From the moment I arrived I felt super comfortable- don't get me wrong I was nervous!! We went through the outfit choices and he also picked a few pieces from the closet that were just stunning!!! He asked about my music taste and catered to them, the hair and makeup experience was fantastic ( we went for a soft Hollywood glam look and holy smokes did I feel beautiful!). Once I was ready to go, he talked me through different posing techniques and was super encouraging during the whole shoot. I by no means consider myself the "sexy type"- after I looked at a couple of my shots I seriously had to do double takes before it registered it was me!!! Get ready to laugh a lot ( the dad jokes are real and hilarious). Post shoot I've gotten a few follow up emails letting me know where are at with the photos. Can not wait for my viewing and purchasing appointment!!! Folks, I couldn't recommend Corey enough, you'll love the whole experience!! Book your appointments NOW, you won't regret it.

I've been modeling for about 4 years and Laie is by far one of the best photographers I've came…read moreacross. He makes the experience so easy and comfortable. He has TONS of ideas and poses to make your photos everything you want them to be. We always have the best time shooting he will definitely keep you laughing.

What an AMAZING, professional photographer!! Will definitely be returning to his business again…read more Laie photographed my engagement announcement and wedding day. Would recommend!!

First and foremost I LOVE Theresa Moncini! I love her work so much, that I have been back multiple…read moretimes. I'd like to start of by saying that I am sorely disappointed in YELP! How is it that all the 5 star ratings are missing from the reviews and only the negative ones are showing up?? Hmmmm...a little biased? Now on the to the most important part, the actual review. I initially received a Groupon from my husband as a gift to go to Hawt Shots. I am not an insecure woman, however, I am a plus size woman and have had some seriously negative experiences with other photographers. In addition to that, my husband gave me the gift when I was 7 months pregnant with our miracle baby. Every preconceived notion I had about Theresa was blown away. I try not to judge a book by a cover, but my initial thoughts were, "What does this gorgeous, petite, woman, know about posing my pregnant plus size curves?" Boy would she prove me wrong. My photos were amazing and worth every penny. My first session was March 9, 2013. I would come back again to have photos done of my daughter and I together after she was born. Then again for Christmas 2013. I will be back again for our anniversary this year!! I love Theresa's work so much that I gladly volunteer to promote her work, to tell other woman about her, and hand out her cards. She loves her job and she loves helping women fulfill their beauty potential and empowering them. She was made for this job. She loves it and she loves the women she works for. She truly does not care what size you are what your insecurities are. She will help you love parts of you that you didn't know was possible. On a side note: I have NEVER had a problem getting or making an appointment. They ALWAYS call the day before your appointment to confirm. Love my hair and make-up. Even when they take me out of my comfort zone, I have never been disappointed.

Just had my fantastic Hawt Shots session! The entire process was flawless. Theresa Mocini is…read moreoutstanding in her customer service orientation. I only had a small window I could go for a shoot and, even though I wasn't able to give her much notice and she's officially booked through August, she juggled things around to fit me in. I then received a tips email and a reminder email prior to the session. Her studio is quite inconspicuous on the outside. Once inside there's a pleasant sitting area, a makeover room and a lovely boudoir room. Theresa starts by reviewing the process step-by-step including photo purchase options. I really appreciated everything being clarified up front like that. Then off to the boudoir room (no hair/makeup for me this time) and again Theresa carefully reviewed the game plan. 3 wardrobe changes, 3 poses per wardrobe change, and varity within the pose (look up, look at me, look over your shoulder, that sort of thing). Theresa demonstrated the poses and had lots of patience with me as I did my best to replicate them :-) The hour flew by and the pace was fast, yet eveything was relaxed and we had fun along the way chitchatting about all sorts of stuff. She shared some raw results in her viewfinder which were outstanding. I'm a long way from photogenic but Theresa obviously knows just what to do to accenuate your positives, hide your negatives and make you look good. Looking at her work on her web site and Facebook page she spends a lot of painstaking time on retouching to ensure providing results that delight.

OMG! We just got the first look of our engagement photos and I've never had photos look this good…read more Completely unedited, and we are already in love with all their work. The photo shoot was so much fun, Chris and Red make everything flow so easily. My fiancé and I are definitely not naturals in front of the camera, but they made it all so easy and fun. Can't say enough about their incredible work!!!!!!

Richardo is an absolute artist! We did both portrait and boudoir shoots !…read more Seriously came out so beautiful. He's able to capture real beauty and the experience is comfortable and cozy fun ! I'm definitely going back to him! He's a genius with great ideas He's made for this!

Ricardo is an amazing photographer. I've been wanting to book a boudoir session for years and…read morefinally took the plunge. First off, he's hilarious which really took the edge off. He had a lot of great ideas for poses as well. My husband loved the photos! 5/5 would do it again.