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Lucille P.

I was planning a wedding in less than three months and needed a photographer. On a friend's recommendation I decided to go with Melissa. From the very beginning she was great and easy to work with. She listened to all of my wants/needs and was honest with me about the best was to execute them. Last minute I decided I wanted to do an engagement shoot. She took the time to give me recommendations on locations to help me find the perfect spot. She checked out my wedding venue beforehand to be ready to take the best pictures day of. Both times (engagement and wedding) Melissa came to take pictures of my husband and me she was professional, on time, and easy to work with. My husband and I can be a little awkward in pictures and don't know how to pose. She gave easy to follow directions always making sure we were comfortable. She got the final pictures back to us quickly and I instantly feel in love. Thank you Melissa for making sure I will have beautiful pictures that will last me a lifetime. I would highly recommend her for all of your photography needs!

Lisa T.

Melissa was one of my top 3 wedding investments! Best decision I made was to have Melissa shoot my destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta. I really don't know what I would have done with the hotel photography staff and I am so happy already with the "teasers" she has provided. She made us feel comfortable, kept me hydrated and made me stop and just look at the reception of everyone having so much fun. She went completely above and beyond. We even met for lunch in San Diego and gave me SO much advice about having a destination wedding as she recently got married in Cancun. I'm so glad I discovered her through a friend on Facebook! I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Melissa and her prices are reasonable as well!! Can't wait to see the rest of the photos!!!!

Nicole L.

I have known Melissa for many years in the wedding industry and was so excited to finally have her shoot my family photos. She was nothing short of AMAZING to work with. She helped me pick a great location and made the shoot so much fun! Photographing kids is sometimes a struggle but Melissa's easy-going nature and fun spirit helped us all relax and she captured the essence of our children and our family. She was efficient and didn't make the shoot feel "posed". Instead it felt like we were a family at the park having fun and she was there to photograph those special moments. There was laughter and silly faces and lots of love and she captured it all on film. When I received the photos I was blown away. As I looked through the photos I was filled with emotion and gratitude. She has a fantastic eye and I have so many favorite shots from that day. Her style is fresh and she captured my family perfectly! I am so excited to work with her again and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to preserve life's special moments!

Charles M.

Melissa is the photographer you want for your wedding! Professional, dedicated, skilled. You can tell she has a passion for photography because it shows in every aspect of her work. We had a wedding early December, ceremony starting right around sunset. Melissa came outright and said she is more of a skilled "natural light photographer" AKA daytime, so she had some reservations about doing an evening time bride and groom photo set.. well, her worries were for not. She stepped outside of her comfort zone and performed beautifully. every single picture we have seen so far has been flawless. She is a great soul and knows how to corral around a bunch of wacky and semi intoxicated bridesmaids and groomsmen, and is a pleasure to have around on your big day. Trust in her work and you will not be disappointed.

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Shannon F.

I cannot express how grateful I am to have met this beautiful woman!!!! From boudoir, engagement, to wedding. She captured everything I could have asked for! Her happy bubbly personality makes it so easy to work with her, her creative eye makes for beautiful photos, and her professionalism tops it all off! Thank you Melissa for being you!

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I thought I'd show up, get my pictures taken, that's it…read more That wasn't it AT ALL. The "journey" Carrie Anne set me on leading up to the actual boudoir session was arguably a bigger part of the photo shoot for me. ;) Carrie had a time line of to-do's for me, websites for garments I might want to buy, soooo much I wasn't expecting. And on the way, I found a new comfort with myself. By the time I got to Carrie Anne's for the photography... I was ready for this! I brought extra outfits and accessories and Carrie Anne helped me dial it in for an unforgettable experience. It's been about 3 years since my session and I still recall it like yesterday. I am close to 60 and have never felt so good about myself - not in a vain way. I was absolutely comfortable with me. Carrie Anne has a beautiful way about her. She'll set you at ease, and make this moment an unforgettable and personal experience. DO IT - you'll be happy you did. (Thank you, Carrie Anne!)

Carrie Anne is an absolute gem…read more I had wanted to do a boudoir shoot for years but kept putting it off because I was nervous. She made the entire experience feel so safe, fun, and empowering. From the moment you book, she listens to what you want and guides you every step of the way. And during the shoot? Her posing direction is everything. You never feel awkward. She is insanely talented. Even the unedited photos are unreal. Honestly, the hardest part is narrowing down your favorites because you will want them all. If you are even thinking about booking, just do it. Trust.

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This was my second boudoir shoot with Bad Kitty Photography, and baby... this time? NEXT. LEVEL…read more It didn't just top my first experience--it blew it completely out of the water. From the moment we started, I was laughing, talking, sharing stories, and just being me. Somewhere between the laughs and the camera clicks, I stopped worrying about angles, flaws, or what my body looked like. That's the magic--she makes you feel so comfortable, so confident, so beautiful that the insecurity doesn't even get an invite to the shoot. And let's talk about Cinnamon because whew --an absolute delight. Loved her instantly. Her energy? Immaculate. Her vibe? Safe, fun, empowering. Her makeup skills? She made me feel comfortable, polished, and like that girl from start to finish. If you've been thinking about booking but hesitating--this is your sign. Book the shoot. Period. I literally told her yesterday this is now my every-five-years tradition. This was round two, and best believe I'll be back again in 2031. Confidence boost? Secured. Experience? Unmatched. Would I do it again? Already planned. ‍

I was so nervous going into the session but Madison made me feel so confident! Cinnamon did my hair…read moreand totally understood the vibe I was going for. During the shoot we totally vibed with the playlist I brought and the chit chat in between shots and outfit changes made it feel like I was hanging out with a bestie and not transactional. They both totally helped me get my groove back and I would totally do this again!!

Spark Boudoir by Kellie Foster Photography - Boudoir for Mature women.

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What a wonderful experience I had with Kelly. I was so scared as I'm a older woman and was insecure…read morein taking these types of photos at my age.....I shouldn't have worried one bit , Kelly had my back and brought me to life , I felt sexy and so free and was able to lean on her expertise and artistic eye in capturing what I was hoping for. The photos turned out beautiful and this was our Anniversary and this was my gift to him and he was so thrilled how Kelly did everything so beautiful..ladies I highly recommend Kelly she made me feel so comfortable from the very start

I must admit, I wasn't sure that I wanted to take the time to do a Boudior Photo shoot. My husband…read moresaid "I'll give the gift of a Boudoir Photo Shoot for your 69th birthday." Of course, I thought "Sure, this isn't for me, it's really for you honey!" However, I finally got into the mood and welcomed the day to arrive. I was surprised at how relaxed I felt with Kellie, and she had a glass of champagne waiting for me while my hair and makeup were done. Fortunately, I found some really great outfits to wear and Kellie directed me how to pose, etc. I felt completely beautiful and sexy during the session and was excited for my husband to see how it all turned out! He was completely blown away with the finished product and so was I!!! This truly has been a gift FOR me, not just my husband. I highly recommend that EVERY woman make the time to honor herself, regardless of age, and contact Kellie Foster to set up a Boudior Photoshoot!!! Thank you Kellie for your amazing talent and making me feel truly beautiful!! Lucy C.

The Boudoir Divas

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My friend did a shoot with Boudoir Divas before her wedding in 2017, and while I loved her photos,…read moreI wasn't sure it was for me. However, once I got engaged, my fiancé and I were with my friend and her husband, and the way he spoke about how much be loved and "used" the photos when she was recovering from giving birth convinced me to do boudoir photos for my fiancé. Naturally, I was nervous about doing them, but they informed me that in their entire time in business, they have never had a leak. More importantly, the pictures are so tasteful that if they did get out, at least there is no actual nudity at all. Before your shoot, they send you a super detailed and helpful e-mail about what to bring/order, what they have that you can wear, where to park, and anything else you can think of! Definitely read the whole e-mail even though it's lengthy because it's got lots of useful stuff in there! I did the By the Sea Shoot, which is only done on Saturdays from about 3:15/3:30-7:15/7:30 p.m. includes 1-1.5 hours of hair and make-up. My schedule went like this: 3:30 p.m.-4:45ish p.m.: Ashley did my hair and make-up while giving me some champagne to relax and loosen up 4:45-5:00 p.m.: Get into outfit # 1 5:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m. ish: -Photos in outfit # 1, -Change into outfit # 2 and pics in that outfit in a different area or backdrop, -Change into outfit # 3 and pics in that outfit in a different area or backdrop -Ashley also had me put on a button down over outfit #1 and a fuzzy jacket over outfit # 3 which created 2 extra looks 6:45-7:00 p.m.: Pack-up to leave the studio and drive to the nearby beach 7:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Pics in beach outfit # 1 7:15 p.m.-7:30 p.m.: Pics in beach outfit # 2 I did my shoot on Saturday, April 30, and I received my pictures via a password protected online gallery on Wednesday, May 11 (8 business days later). Then, you select 25 photos for the album using the favorites feature on the online gallery. Once you select those, Lindsey will edit your photos as little or as much as you want and send you a proof of the album. I haven't finalized my album yet, but I'm sure it will be great! My only critique would be that I did feel like the whole experience was a lot of money. I did find other studios that charge less. However, I proceeded with Boudoir Divas nonetheless for two reasons: First, for something like this, you really want to go with someone trusted and used by someone. Knowing my friend used them, that her photos were tasteful, that they made her feel comfortable, and that the photos were secure was important to me. Second, our engagement photos were $700.00 for 2 hours, and that did not include hair and make-up, so I guess $1,695.00 plus tax is pretty fair for a shoot twice the length that includes hair and make-up. Including some of the less scandalous photos or cropped photos that are appropriate that I absolutely loved. An added bonus to doing this is that there is so much pressure to look perfect on your wedding day, but these photos turned out so much better than I could have ever expected that they really boosted my confidence before my big day. Ashley was a great photographer too, who made me feel very comfortable, helped me style my outfits and made suggestions, listened to what I wanted, did a phenomenal job on my hair and make-up, posed me well (and actually showed me the poses first herself rather than just describing them), and is just a super sweet and kind human being! If you are thinking about doing boudoir photos, definitely use Boudoir Divas.

If you're indecisive and looking for that sign to get over yourself and book your photo shoot with…read moreThe Boudoir Divas, this is it. "Do it!!!" Fast forward to nearly 6 years since I've been a client, there is a saying that goes, "The more things change, the more it remains the same." The last time I stepped foot into their location, it was a towering space of wonder located in Sorrento Valley and now it is in a cozy, intimate studio near the ocean in Solana Beach. I had my photo shoot this past March, just a week shy of my birthday. I too, have transitioned in the past 6 years. The last time I was here, it was to celebrate my weight loss journey. It was definitely a milestone worth commemorating at the time, with an additional 30lb loss since those original photos were taken. At this phase in my life, I decided to do this for me. Not for my husband or for anyone else for that matter. In the past 12 months, I have endured and was blessed with a rollercoaster of life events that would test the mental and physical strength of any fierce woman. I chose "self-care" to celebrate my birthday this year and the care and attention of these fabulous women is what they gave me that day. What hasn't changed is the core of what makes The Boudoir Divas well sought after. The core being Marissa, Ashley, and Lindsey...and the addition of Julia on the day I was there. I felt like I was greeted by friends and was comfortable throughout the entire process. I brought in quite a selection of outfits even though they had many options to choose from as well. I was given feedback at what would look best for my shoot. Like before, I just let go of whatever anxiety I may have had and let them take care of me. Let them take the lead for you ladies. Ashley did a phenomenal job on my hair and makeup. Marissa was my photographer, and she worked her magic on me like before. Julia was an added addition to the team that added more positive vibes into my day. Lindsey is behind the scenes working on my selected photos. The whole process from start to finish was 3.5-4hrs. I had 3-4 wardrobe changes. I even opted to have a book this time around. I'm not going to reiterate what I had mentioned in my previous review since it very much still applies as far as the overall experience, post shoot photo review of your photos, and the process leading up to receiving your photos. The only change this time around is that I'm by the beach and there is a cute little cafe just a few steps from the studio as an option to go while waiting for the photos to upload. There is a reason why I'm a repeat client. These women love their job, and it shows. Its money well spent. You will get what you pay for. I feel like my second go this time around was even better. I looked amazing. I felt amazing. The quality of my photos is tastefully done. I'm surrounded by professional, caring women who have the wealth of experience that you will not find in any other photo studio that you may think of booking. I already have a few of my girlfriends booked and ready to go in the next couple of weeks and I'm excited for their experience. Like I said, if you're on the fence and need a sign about which team of professionals you want handling your photo shoot, this is it. It's these team of women. I wouldn't choose anyone else. Highly recommend!

Melissa McClure Creative - eventphotography - Updated May 2026

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