Meredith’s Boudoir Experience

When I asked Meredith to write about her boudoir shoot experience with me, she quickly responded with a “YES!”. Here is her story, written by Meredith herself.

“The last time I did a photoshoot was around 10 years ago at the age of 42.  Since then, my body has gone through many changes due to age and stress.  In 2016 I moved back to Colorado.  That was when I met Becky, the owner and photographer of Black Forest Photography.

One evening she was over my house having dinner.  That was when I found out what she did for work.  Imagine that, a photographer! I was quite excited when I found out.  So, I showed her my portfolio book from years ago when I was a teen.  Plus, some pictures from other photographers over the years I had worked with.  At the time, Becky asked me if I’d be interested in doing a Boudoir photoshoot.

I did not know what a boudoir photoshoot was.    All these years I had helped other friends out with photoshoots and I did not know what that was.  She showed pictures of her photography work and I was impressed.

I told her when I lose weight, and get in better shape you are the one I want to do another photoshoot with, but right now I can’t.  I’m out of practice. I’ve gained weight. I feel sloppy. I don’t have the time.  Eight years before when I did the last photo shoot I had put myself on a high pedestal. See, I had been lifting weights, doing 2 hours of cardio a day, and eating clean.  Since then I went through a divorce, never picked up a weight again and my eating, drinking became out of control.  Therefore, when she asked me about doing another photo shoot I made excuses. Therefore, 2016 turned into 2021.  Five years passed quickly.

Back to the present, Becky once again asked if I would still be interested in doing the shoot.  At this point, I’m 51 years old.  Not much had changed with me.  In fact, I was older.  Yikes! 

I once again looked at her website. On and off I frequented Becky’s Facebook boudoir group. I saw the motivational links and inspiring words she would write while I was stuck on the couch mending a broken leg.  That was it!  I said, “I’m not getting any younger.  It’s now or never.”

We planned a day.  She explained what I would need.  My exactment grew by the collaborative way of bounced ideas back and forth.  Picture day arrived.

I appreciated that when I arrived with several outfits, my jewelry and comfy clothes, Becky already had a makeup artist and hair stylist.  What a relief!  I didn’t need to be worried about the perspiration going down my neck from nerves.  We laughed, I relaxed.  Laughter is the best cure for nerves.  When the photoshoot was completed.  I felt a real sense of worthiness.  My instinct told me I think we nailed this photoshoot.  I was so pumped up!

A couple weeks later I went back to Becky’s studio.  We went over the photos.  The editing was right on!  I had a difficult time choosing.  Really, I wanted all of the photos!  I tell ya, you know you’ve got a great photographer when you can’t decide.  I’m happy Becky did not give up on me and my insecurities.  Sometimes all it takes is just a little nudge to get the wheels turning.  I dare you to open yourself up, let go of your fears and see what you find.  You never know what could happen.

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