Question 1

What is "Intimate Lifestyle" and "Boudoir" Photography? "

Accepted Answer

Intimate Lifestyle Photography is un-posed in nature and aims to capture people in intimate scenarios that are considered regular for them, we offer these sessions for couples also! 
 
"Boudoir" takes on a more editorial feel and refers to a ladies bedroom or private space but we don't keep these just for the ladies! We encourage everyone to get involved  involved and enjoy the experience of real, honest and intimate portraiture but don't just take our word for it, check out our reviews on Google, Facebook and the testimonials on our Website.

Question 2

Why would I need a session?

Accepted Answer

Our clients each have their own reason for choosing us and we are honoured to be included in their journey regardless of the reason. Our sessions have been created as a way to nourish feelings of self-love and empowerment. We understand the idea of an Intimate Portrait Session can be both exciting and terrifying so we are there to give you handy tips and advice leading up to your session and throughout your session we are right beside you demonstrating poses and evoking emotion so we can deliver beautiful art to you! All we ask is that you trust the process, relax and have fun. We take care of the rest!
 
The most popular feedback we get from our clients is that the experience has increased their confidence, boosted their self-esteem and given them a sense of empowerment.

Question 3

How long will my session last?

Accepted Answer

A full day in the studio is from 10:00am-4:00pm with a 2 hour break in the middle for me to soft proof your gallery. This is great for anyone traveling for their session as we do everything in one day. We have hair and makeup and your session in the morning, we usually break for lunch around 12:45pm and when you return around 3:00pm we view your gallery slideshow and you place your order.

Question 4

What should I do to prepare for the session?

Accepted Answer

1. Drink plenty of water, exfoliate and moisturize leading up to your session (including exfoliating lips) for beautiful dewy skin
 
2. Please wear loose clothing / no bra, socks etc the morning of your session to avoid impressions being left on your skin and remove your watch the evening before your session if you don't want it included
 
3. Fake tan can be great, if you're going to get a tan please ensure you book in for a professional application using a violet base tan. It's also best go nude or pull your thong right up as far as you can during the application to avoid tan lines for your session. 
 
4. Remove all size tags/labels from clothes before your session to ensure they can't be seen in your shots
 
5. Most importantly, relax! This will be fun and I can't wait to deliver beautiful images for you to fall in love with!

Question 5

What's included in my Session Fee?

Accepted Answer

Our session fee/retainer reserves your date and time as well as complimentary professional hair and make-up, any preparation for your session, access to our exclusive client wardrobe with sizes 6-26, coaching and demonstrating throughout your session, signature image editing of your Gallery and one reveal and order appointment to place your product order.
 
We offer a range of luxury wall art, fine art lay-flat albums, fine art prints and heirlooms a la carte.

Question 6

Should I tan before my session?

Accepted Answer

It's totally up to you! I use to say no, but tans have come a long way and a professionally applied violet base tan can be great for your session to help even out skin tones and add a little glow to your complexion.

If you are tanning please avoid green or orange base tans and ask your beauty therapist how they'd like you to prepare for your tan ie, exfoliating, moisturising.

Please have your tan applied nude or pull your thong right up to avoid tan lines for your session,

*Extensive re-touching is not offered for fixing fake tan.

Question 7

Should I wax before my session?

Accepted Answer

If waxing isn't your thing, I wouldn't recommend doing it for your session. 
 
If waxing is something that's regular for you then you will know your skin best, we recommend leaving enough time between waxing and your session that your skin is not red and / or spotty (usually 2-4 days).  
 
If waxing isn't a regular habit but you'd like to try it for your session, we recommend a trial well and truly before (4-6 weeks+) your session date to help you prepare your session schedule.

Question 8

Will I be nude?

Accepted Answer

You can wear whatever makes you feel most sensual, if that's nude then we love to get creative with implied nudity during our sessions (illusion of nudity) or nude. If lingerie is what works for you that's fantastic too!

Question 9

I want to get a new tattoo, how long should I wait to have my session? "

Accepted Answer

Please ask your Tattooist what they recommend for an accurate timeframe for the work you're getting done. We recommend at least 3-4 weeks as a good rule of thumb to ensure your skin has healed.

Question 10

Can you Photoshop me?

Accepted Answer

We retouch all our sessions to include light smoothing, reduce redness, remove blemishes etc. 
 
We do not re-shape, make thinner or change permanent aspects of our clients. We believe altering permanent features would kind of be defeating the purpose of a session that's been created to nurture self-love and a feeling of empowerment. Your body is appreciated, documented and celebrated in a way that flatters you whatever your shape may be, we use our skills in posing different body shapes to provide you with art you are sure to love!

Question 11

Can I bring a friend?

Accepted Answer

It's best if you can come alone so we can focus 100% on pampering you. If having a friend close by is going to make you more comfortable, we encourage you to do so. Our policy is not to have friends with us in the room during your session to help keep the focus and experience about you however we can leave a door open and have your friend in the next room. We want you to be comfortable.

A great way to bring company is for them to be present during hair and makeup, then grab a coffee at one of the great cafes down the road while we have your session, then return and you could both grab some lunch while I soft proof your gallery ready for you to return. 
 
If your friend wants their own session too, we can also book you both in on the same day so you can share the experience together.

Question 12

Where will my session be held?

Accepted Answer

Intimate Lifestyle Sessions are in-home to keep them as authentic as possible.
 
Boudoir Sessions may happen in home, in our home studio or at regular Boudoir Marathons in properties/studio space around Tasmania.
 
We also love to travel and have great rates, you can ask about our travel rates by emailing Tamika@BONNYPhotography.com

Question 13

How will I know what to do?

Accepted Answer

You don't need to know what to do, at all! that's what we're here for we walk you through posing right down to the tips of your toes including coaching on facial expression for that perfect sultry look! we also demonstrate to show you how to move and where to look. We just ask that you have faith in the process, take a deep breath and follow our lead, we've got this!

Question 14

How many outfit changes can I have?

Accepted Answer

We recommend between 3-4 outfits for a session and sessions include 3 outfit changes (4 outfits in total). We have an exclusive client wardrobe (size 6-26) with accessories that you are welcome to include in your session.

Question 15

I don't wear ultra sexy lingerie, what other options do I have? "

Accepted Answer

Whatever makes you feel your best and that you're comfortable in. Some clients choose to wear a sports jersey, CK underwear, oversized tshirt or shirt etc. A good thing to look for when choosing your outfits is texture, we recommend having a couple of options i.e lace, velvet, silk, knit, leather, cotton. It's a great way to add depth to your images.

Question 16

Do you have options to shoot outdoors?

Accepted Answer

We often have seasonal outdoor sessions available. If you're interested in an outdoor session, please let us know! There may be different options available depending on the time of year.

Question 17

What kind of products do you have?

Accepted Answer

We aren't humble when it comes to the products we offer. Our products have been hand selected over years to be of the highest quality, printed with archival ink to last a lifetime. 
 
We really do think our products speak for themselves, some of our most popular items are;
 
Premium Heirloom Leather Lay-flat Albums with cotton rag fine art museum quality paper
Fine Art Textured Prints (straight edge or hand torn) with silk wrap or leather envelope 
Tasmanian Oak framed quality Canvas
Tasmanian Oak box framed Fine Art Print (sits beautifully without needing to hang)

Question 18

How many people will be in the room with me?

Accepted Answer

Your Photographer and possibly one assistant. Both your Photographer and any assistant helping with the session will be female. If this is of any concern to you, please let us know prior to your session date, we're happy to work with individual requests wherever possible.

Question 19

Do my photos have to go on Social Media and Online?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not. If you want to share them we are always happy (ecstatic even!) to receive permission to do this, it's great for potential clients to see a variety of previous clients who have experienced a session with us. Your session fee/retainer covers complete privacy and confidentiality, your images will only be shared if you choose to give consent once you've viewed your Gallery. Many of our clients choose to keep their images private, it's completely up to you.

Question 20

What investment options do you have?

Accepted Answer

We have a session fee ($350) that includes your initial consult, up to 90 minutes session time in studio or your home, complimentary professional hair and make-up (or $150 product credit), access to our client closet of lingerie items,signature editing of your Gallery and one reveal and order appointment for you to select any personalised luxury art you like. Most clients invest between $1500-$3500. I’m confident in providing images you adore but there is no obligation to  purchase. Only invest in products and images you absolutely love!

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What is "Intimate Lifestyle" and "Boudoir" Photography? "

Why would I need a session?

How long will my session last?

What should I do to prepare for the session?

What's included in my Session Fee?

Should I tan before my session?

Should I wax before my session?

Will I be nude?

I want to get a new tattoo, how long should I wait to have my session? "

Can you Photoshop me?

Can I bring a friend?

Where will my session be held?

How will I know what to do?

How many outfit changes can I have?

I don't wear ultra sexy lingerie, what other options do I have? "

Do you have options to shoot outdoors?

What kind of products do you have?

How many people will be in the room with me?

Do my photos have to go on Social Media and Online?

What investment options do you have?

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What is "Intimate Lifestyle" and "Boudoir" Photography? "

Why would I need a session?

How long will my session last?

What should I do to prepare for the session?

What's included in my Session Fee?

Should I tan before my session?

Should I wax before my session?

Will I be nude?

I want to get a new tattoo, how long should I wait to have my session? "

Can you Photoshop me?

Can I bring a friend?

Where will my session be held?

How will I know what to do?

How many outfit changes can I have?

I don't wear ultra sexy lingerie, what other options do I have? "

Do you have options to shoot outdoors?

What kind of products do you have?

How many people will be in the room with me?

Do my photos have to go on Social Media and Online?

What investment options do you have?

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