bou·doir
/ˈbo͞oˌdwär/
noun HISTORICAL
a woman’s bedroom or private room
What would we see if we would look at a woman in her sacred space, the place she feels safe in?
I’ve been tiptoeing around the need to express what you would not see. I am not writing this to criticize but rather to share a different perspective. To step away from the picture we have in mind when we hear the term “Boudoir Photography’.
How do you move when you dance to your favorite, slow song? When you stretch after you just woke up in bed? What do your movements look like when you get undressed in front of your partner? This is the inspiration from which we draw. To create intimate, organic photography that feels like you. To capture the unique essence of your femininity.
What defines femininity?
We live in an era where bodies are no longer defined by gender. The fluidity of masculinity and femininity creates freedom for authentic expression and acceptance of every body. Femininity is more than specific body parts. It can be a feeling, a dance, a certain way to dress. ‘Come as you are’ are the words that come to mind.
What if we celebrated sensuality and intimacy beyond the typical physical distinctions?
True intimacy is not created by plain exposure, but by hinting at the possibility of what is just beyond our grasp. It is expressed by body language, facial expressions, certain movements. It is the anticipation of the moment after. Sensuality is creating tension that lets us long for more. The teasing bite of a lip, if captured well, can be more enticing than a body bent into an unnatural pose. An ever so slightly exposed shoulder and collar bone, or cleavage just barely covered by the gentle touch of a hand can have more sexual tension than the photo of the fully exposed breast.
What parts of your body does your partner value most? What do you find most beautiful about yourself? Creating a story around those intimate areas is what makes these photos special and meaningful for you both.
How would the world change if all women would feel confident and worthy in their own skin?
The short answer is ‘the world as we know it’. The long answer is far more complex but quite interesting to think about. We would probably stand up for ourselves more often. Spend less time and energy (and money!) to change our bodies. Which means we would have more time to do good in this world. To create, to invent, to write, to lead. If we wouldn’t be concerned with trying to keep up with the everchanging hype of beauty, we would have more headspace to express our voices. We would be more self-confident and wouldn’t need to seek the approval of others. We would free ourselves from the mold society has created for us and empower others to do the same. We would be less intimidated and less likely to fall victim to people who want to use us. We would shift the equality of opportunities.
And maybe, just maybe, we would take boudoir photography for ourselves and not only the men in our lives.
Model: Olivia Sage
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