Boudoir Details

Rates effective for sittings booked beginning January 2, 2008. Please note the turnaround times for each package when deciding on when to book a session. Visit Boudoir FAQ for more details about the sessions and information for groups. Check out 2008 group session dates here.

Boudoir on a Budget ~ $225
*About 2-week turnaround*
- 60-minute session
- Online gallery
- 20 edited high resolution images (black & white and color versions) on a CD (for making your own prints and albums)

PACKAGES ~
All packages include:
– 90-minute session with unlimited outfit changes
- Basic photo editing on 40 images
- Online proofing gallery of 40 images
- CD of low-resolution images

1) CD of high resolution photos 350.
*About 2-week turnaround time*

2) Coffee table-style album
*About 5-week turnaround time*

a. 10 x 8 Hardcover Book (up to 40 pages) 375.
b. 13 x 11 Hardcover Book (up to 40 pages) 450.

3) Silk Folio
The Album Crafters triple folio is made with Japanese shantung silk.
*About 5-week turnaround time*

a. Small folio (3 5×5 prints) 335.
b. Medium folio (3 5×7 prints) 345.
c. Large folio (3 8×10 or 10×10 prints) 355.

4) Ribbon-bound album
Album Crafters ribbon-bound albums are offered in a variety of materials: Japanese shantung silk, smooth topgrain cowhide leathers, and genuine suede.
*About 5-week turnaround time*

a. 10 x 8 matted ribbon-bound album 600.
- Includes 12 photographs (1 per page)
- Additional pages 13.
- Cover stamp 10. per line
- Cover cameo 35.
- Monogram 15.

b. 12 x 10 matted ribbon-bound album 675.
- Includes up to 24 photographs on 12 pages (up to 2 per page)
- Additional pages 15.
- Cover stamp 10. per line
- Cover cameo 35.
- Monogram 15.

5) Prints:

a. 4 4×6 print package – 275.
b. 4 5×7 print package – 290.
c. 4 8×12 prints – 310.

6) Individual Prints
*About 3-week turnaround time*

3×5 – 6.95

4×6 – $7.95

5×7 – 10.95

8×12 – 16.95

11×14: 19.95

4-pack wallets: 9.95

Makeup artist – 65.
Stylist/assistant – 50.

A $50 deposit is required to hold an appointment. The package choice and remainder of the balance is due the day of the sitting. Cash, check, or credit cards are accepted. Sessions are held at my studio in Arlington, Mass., but I will travel to a destination of your choice (fees may apply, depending on distance).

A $50 discount (each) is offered for groups of three or more. A $100 deposit is required for each member of a group session. Groups of five may be eligible for a complimentary hotel suite at a Boston-area hotel. Contact me for more details. Group sessions are limited to five ladies per day. I’m more than happy to book a full weekend of boudoir!

Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL
• What do I bring?
Anything that makes you feel confident and sexy! I recommend bringing a pair of heels.

• What do you think looks good in photos?
I like lacy boy shorts, classic corsets, thigh highs, little skirts, men’s button down shirts, pearls, diamonds, and little nighties.

• Can I bring a friend?
Sure, if that makes you more comfortable, the more the merrier!

• Can I bring my husband/fiancé/boyfriend?
This makes me uncomfortable, so I’d prefer you leave him home and surprise him with the photos later!

• Do you do nudes?
Yes, I do tasteful nudes; more Maxim than Playboy.

• Do I have to get nude?
Nope, you can be as covered as you like.

• What does the stylist do?
My stylist assists you with dressing and posing. She is a former model and has posed for me several times. Plus, she’s a lot of fun!

• Where was your makeup artist trained? Is she also available for weddings?
She is a Chanel trained makeup artist. She’d be happy to talk to you about your wedding day.

• How many photos do I get?
I select 20 images for the budget package and 40 images for the other packages. I believe in quality over quantity.

• Do you touchup the photos?
I touchup any blemishes on the face and body free of charge.

• How long does it take to get my photos?
It depends on the package. About 2 weeks for packages that include the photos on a CD. About 5 weeks for books, folios, and albums.

• What is a low resolution CD?
Low resolution images are suitable for viewing on a computer. I include this with every package incase you choose not to use all 40 images in a book or album. That way you’ll still be able to view every image in the future.

• What is a high resolution CD?
High resolution images are suitable for printing. Clients choose this package if they’re interested in ordering their own prints or albums.

• If I choose a package that includes a book or album, can I also get the high resolution CD for a reduced price?
Yes, I offer the CD for $25 if you purchase an album or book.

• Will you post my photos on your blog or website?
Given the sensitive nature of boudoir photography, I never post photos without permission from my clients. They must approve each photo individually before I post them. If they allow me to use the photos in my portfolio, I can remove them any time if they change their mind. I never use names on my blog or website.

• Do you send my photos out to a third party for books and albums?
Yes, my vendors are Blurb, LustreColor, and AlbumCrafters. They are professionals who are familiar with this type of work. I have all products sent directly to me.

• Will you travel?
To anywhere your heart desires. Travel fees apply for destinations more than an hour away from Boston.

• Do you require a deposit?
I require a $50 deposit for individual sessions.

• Can I talk to a past client?
Absolutely.

• Can I meet you beforehand?
Sure! I hold meetings at my home in Arlington.

• Do you take credit cards?
Yes, via PayPal.

GROUP SESSIONS

• Is there a discount for group sessions?
Yes, a $50 discount is applied to all packages for groups of three or more.

• Is the Budget Package eligible for the $50 discount?
Yes.

• Do you require a deposit?
I require a nonrefundable $100 deposit from each member of the group. If a scheduling conflict or illness arises for a member of the group, I will reschedule her shoot for a different day.

• Where are group sessions held?
Groups up to four are held at my home studio space in Arlington, Mass. Groups of five are held in a Boston-area hotel suite.

Hotels

• If there are 5 of us, will you pay for the hotel room?
If the total of your packages comes to at least $1,300, I will cover the cost of the hotel room, up to $350. If it is less, I will split it with the group.

• What if we want to book a really fancy suite?
That sounds fun! I’ll contribute $350 if the total of your packages comes to $1,300 or more. I can recommend some ultra fancy suites. In my past life as a content producer for Boston.com, I did a feature on Boston’s presidential suites!

• What if there are more than 5 of us?
If there are more than 5 in a group, the sessions will be split into two days.

• Do you book the hotel room? What hotel?
I book the hotel room to make sure it’s appropriate for photography. I consider the ambiance as well as how much natural light is let into the room. I’m a fan of the Hotel Marlowe in Cambridge.