When you look at Boudoir images, what do you see? Your attention is drawn to the model. You may catch some little things here and there after your eyes dart back and forth across the image a few times (more on this in another article) but ultimately you focus is on the subject. You see their pose, their look and their outfit. Maybe, in the case of a body shot like the abs or lips, it might be how the little details look like water droplets on the abs or maybe a cherry on the lips or tongue.
The point I am trying to get across is that location is not the most critical thing in a boudoir shoot. Session locations can be almost anywhere. Here are a few examples that might surprise you:
Hotel Rooms
One great location because of its clean and simple look is a hotel room. Most hotels will have white sheets and white comforters which help keep the attention drawn to the model. There are also windows with privacy curtains that will block visibility but still allow natural light in. If you get a suite, you can also get some beautiful bath tubs and walk-in showers that would make for great shots.
Air BNB
This is becoming a more popular location as the variety is almost limitless. Plus it allows for additional setting like a kitchen, living area, den, weight room and bedrooms. In many Air BNB locations, they have beautiful bath tubs as well and walk-in showers that would lead to fantastic images. These also make for great locations for mini sessions. The key here is to make sure the owner is OK with pictures taken at the property.
Your Own Home / A Friend’s Home
In some cases, women will opt for an in-home session. These are the easiest (and most cost effective) locations to shoot from as all of your clothing options are already there. Plus you have the comfort of being in a familiar place during the session. Plus, if you have a pool or hot tub, you can get some amazing shots as well. With these locations, it is always best to send the kids / significant others away during the shoot to allow minimal distractions and potentially the awkward, “what are you doing mommy?” moments.
Outdoor Locations
Outdoor locations are less common as the people who tend to choose locations like these are very confident in themselves. This is mainly because you have the risk of people passing by. That is, unless, you have a lot of land or know someone who will allow you to shoot on their large property. These locations are normally either wooded or with water. However, an outdoor theme can produce some fantastic images. Just be sure to bring some clothing like jackets and towels for any adverse conditions or water-related shots
Other locations
There are so many other locations that could be used that the chooses are vast. From farms to warehouses, from beaches to garages, the location possibilities are only what your mind can see! Working together, we can make any of these happen! In any case, each location has its benefits and could lead to a number of great shots. So when you schedule your shoot, think about location and what might work for you!