I know you may not want to hear it, but it really is the run-up to Christmas! 'Aaaarrrggghhh!' I hear you say...'What can I buy him?'

Well, before you dash out to the shops, I'm running a competition for a 'LADIES WHO DARE' boudoir photo shoot!

All you have to do is send me an email with 'I'm a lady who dares' in the subject line, with your name, age, address and phone number in the body of the email.

The prize is a photo shoot at your home or a venue of your choice (booked by you), that lasts for up to two hours. This also includes all digital enhancements/retouching and a 12 x 8 inch print of your choice. All finished photos will be uploaded to a password protected area of my website.

10 runners-up will receive a 10% discount voucher to be used against a portrait or boudoir sitting to be used before 31st December 2010.

So go on, you have to be in it to win it!!

*Please note - By entering the competition you are agreeing to receive updates, news and offers from Boudica Photography.

You'll be pleased to hear that Boudica Photography is now offering gift vouchers for boudoir, portrait and photography packages. So, leave some hints for your family and friends to get in touch with me and buy you a gift voucher. £50 and £100 vouchers are available. So if you've been worrying about paying for wedding photography why not put vouchers on your gift list? If you've been racking your brains to find a great gift for a friend or loved one, my vouchers will make the perfect present! Either use the 'Contact' page or email me at contact@boudicaphotography.com for more details :O)

Ladies look no further for tips on how to best enjoy your Boudic'a Ladies Who Dare experience! Read on...

Ok, so you've taken the plunge and booked a boudoir session with me! Firstly, don't be too nervous - I don't bite, I'm a girl too and know how to make you look fantastic, you'll have a lot of giggles and you'll look back at your photos in 30 years time at those photos of you looking like a movie star and wish you'd done it again!

I usually set up my portable studio in my ladies' home. This way you're much more relaxed and can easily change into any outfit that you suddenly remember! But...it doesn't HAVE to be your home - why not ask your favourite local hotel if you can book one of their best rooms for a couple of hours? If you're not confident about doing this just ask me and I'll gladly sort it out :O) If you'd like the full pampering experience I can call on a trusted local make-up and hair expert who can help with your transformation!

During the shoot I'll be using a portable backdrop and two lights so it really helps if there's a bit of room for these to stand! They really don't take up much room and it usually doesn't mean moving the furniture around :O) Once the camera's started clicking you might just end up in a fit of giggles as you watch me get into all sors of positions that a contortionist would be proud of just to get the perfect shot - don't worry I'll end up with the sore muscles the following day, not you!

After the shoot it usually takes 1 - 2 weeks to retouch and edit your shots - I don't just click away and then you have the finished article, oh no! My ladies book me not because I make them feel relaxed or make them feel and look gorgeous, no it's because Boudica Photography has a signature fine art style and it's a labour of love. Each and every one of your photos will be retouched - that means it will undergo basic colour correction, airbrushing etc etc but it will also experience all sorts of magic that many other boudoir photographers don't offer. And I'm not above a spot of digital nipping and tucking if that's what my ladies want!

Once I think you're photos are perfected, I'll upload them to the client area of my website and give you a password so that you can browse low-res versions of your photos knowing that no one else can see them! From there you can choose your free prints and decide if you'd like to order extra prints, canvases or even a hard backed coffee table book of your stunning images :O)

Finally, I never use any boudoir photos for promotion unless permission has been given for me to do so. It's always fantastic when my ladies are so overwhelmed by their photos that they tell me that I can display one or two of them on my website. I could always hire models I suppose, but that really defeats the object of what I'm trying to achieve. No woman is ordinary - I just like enhancing that inner beauty and letting her see that she's really a goddess :O)

Here are a few do's and don'ts-

Drink plenty of water before the shoot. (Some say eating lots of watermelon and strawberries for a couple of days beforehand is good)

Don't wear tight clothing before the shoot - you don't want sock lines on your photos do you?

Cut/file/paint finger and toenails and shave/wax.

Bring your make-up bag and hair products.

High heels look sexy, accenuate your calves, and make your legs look longer. They also make you look leaner and taller.

Bring something of your partner’s with you like a shirt, uniform, tie or hat.

For bridal boudoir bring your wedding shoes, veil, tiara and accessories.

Bring lots of various accessories, you will get into the swing of it and want to try some different looks!




 

Well, I've just had my latest boudoir photo shoot with the absolutely stunning Miss E. Another of my 'ladies who dare' who was very nervous to begin with but very soon got into the swing of things!

I'm thinking of finding a local boutique-style hotel that may be willing to hire a room out for a couple of hours for boudoir photo shoots. If anyone has any ideas please feel free to email me!

I know I know, it's been a very long time since I added to the blog. Sorry...

I've got lots of boudoir shoots and weddings coming up and am really looking forward to getting the creative juices flowing over the next few weeks and months!  I've been approached by a number of ladies who have asked me if I could carry out evening boudoir shoots for groups of friends. It seems to be quite popular, so I'm now offering it to a wider audience.

So, if you'd like an evening of fun, giggles and gorgeous boudoir style photos with up to 4 of your friends drop me an

Happy Valentines Day! In the spirit of the day I've extended my offer of 10% off wedding photography until 14th March. So...don't delay, book today!!

In the spirit of valentines day, I'm offering brides and grooms-to-be 10% off wedding photography if booked before 1st March 2010. So don't delay and take advantage of this special offer!

Just thought i'd take this opportunity to remind all of you that I'm exhibiting at Woodland Waters wedding fair at Woodys in Ancaster which is half way between Sleaford and Grantham on Sunday 7th Feb! Come and sign up to my prize draw to win a FREE 'Save the Date' photo shoot and cards (see weddings page for details)!It's going to be a great wedding fair with lots of suppliers of various wedding-y items and services so come along and join us! Heres a bit of info about what will be on offer:

•A wide range of stalls for you to visit and consider for you big day
•Bridal Fashion show by Unveiled By Leanne & Greenwoods at 12.00am and at 2.00pm
•Be in with a chance of winning a holiday to Pafos Cyprus in the bride of the year competition
•Receive £100 worth of Thomas Cook holiday vouchers
•Free goodie bag and win prizes in our free prize draw

Sounds good doesn't it? For more details visit http://www.lincolnshire-wedding-fayres.co.uk/

Look forward to seeing you there!!

 Do you Tweet? Have you discovered what's happening in the Twitterverse? Well if you don't, you should try it out! I've been tweeting for a while now and have found some amazing wedding professionals that I perhaps wouldn't have discovered if it wasn't for Twitter. If you're planning a wedding you might find it interesting to check out the likes of @BalbierBrides @StylishDebs @RocknRollBride but one Tweeter who really stands out is Laura of Little White Book (@LWBwedding). LWB specialises in exquisite wedding and management and is based in Sheffield. Laura's a regular blogger, tweeter and facebooker and is passionate about weddings...here's a little bit about Little White Book:

Laura grew up surrounded by lace and sequins, her mother a well known seamstress would always have a bridal dress project in the house. It was only natural for Laura to inherit her mothers creative flair, and love of all things bridal. She studied at Sheffield Hallam University and then went on to study for a diploma in Wedding Planning that she passed with distinction. 
Laura’s passion for creating unforgettable and exquisite events, has helped brides and grooms from all over the region. She loves a challenge, and in particular budget weddings. ‘Just because a couple don’t have the funds to splash out on the most expensive items, does not mean they can’t have a dream wedding.'

Check out Laura's website at http://www.littlewhitebookwedding.co.uk/Site/welcome_.html

Here are a few more 'bridal preparations' shots..
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