Following on from our recent series of posts of amazing photographers you might want to add to your follow list, here’s a set of photographers who are excelling in the boudoir genre and will add a little bit of sizzle to your Instagram feeds.
Boudoir photography has always been associated with sensuality and aesthetics, and recently it has evolved into a wider conversation around identity and self perception.
Although undoubtedly sexy, the images are far from being seedy. Instead, boudoir is designed to empower and embolden the sitter. Most boudoir subjects are women, but it’s perhaps surprising to discover that huge numbers of boudoir photographers are women themselves, too.
Creating a safe space for their subjects, as well as knowing exactly how to pose, light and dress the subject for best effect is perhaps what draws women to the genre, so you’ll find that almost all of the photographers in our list below are women.
If you’re keen to know more about this exciting genre, we have a complete guide to boudoir photography that can guide you through the basics of the subject, as well as giving you some advice on a whole range of things from settings, to lighting, to outfits and more besides.
If you’re looking for further inspiration in similar genres, take a peek at our complete guide to portrait photography, and if you’re new to photographing professionals, then be sure to also see our dos and don’ts of working with models.
In the meantime, to get your creativity fizzing, here are some photographers who are using their lenses to capture and empower women through boudoir photography. Don’t forget to also take a look at our list of 10 women photographers to follow on Instagram today for more inspirational accounts.
Caroline Malouf
Caroline’s editorial style and tailored posing give her images a timeless glamour effect and quality.
Natalja Skuja
London-based Natalja Skuja not only creates beautiful black and white boudoir images, she also uses her photography to remind women of their beauty and boost their self esteem.
Sarah Kate
Motherhood and family photographer Sarah Kate also offers boudoir sessions to women through her Empowerment Studio.
She captions one of her photos with a powerful statement: “As women in the world today, we need to support each other, be kind to those we don’t know and spread acceptance everywhere we can. By honouring and accepting ourselves, we can help make all the women that touch our lives feel that strength and power too.”
Micheal Sasser
If you’re looking for someone to learn from, then you need to follow Micheal Sasser. Not only are his photos vibrant and clean, he also share tips on lighting and gear for aspiring boudoir photographers.
Critsey Rowe
An established wedding photographer, Critsey is on a mission to help women feel confident, empowered and beautiful with boudoir photos.
Kara Marie Trombetta
Kara Marie’s black and white images feel like intimate portraiture than traditional boudoir. Her use of motion, blur and grain add that artistic, fine-art quality to her art.
Stephanie Bordas
Photographer, mentor and educator, Stephanie creates timeless images while showing the behind the scenes and also shares really useful tips on posing.
Julia Snider
If you’re looking for some dark, moody and edgy inspiration, then check out Julia’s work.
Mags
Mags, a London-based boudoir photographer, uses her lens to help women get their glow back. I really like the feminine, cheeky energy that her photos exude.
Of course there hundreds, if not thousands more out there, all with fantastic feeds worth looking at. If you’re following any boudoir photographers that you think we should know about, please get in touch to let us know – we can add them to a future list.
Related reading:
- 10 women photographers you should follow on Instagram today
- ‘My active resistance was to make women my subject matter’ – photographer Hannah Starkey on redefining outdated representations
- Boudoir photography – the complete guide
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