Boudoir Session vs. AS I AM Raw Portrait session

Are you getting ready to book your portrait session and trying to decide between Boudoir Session and AS I AM Raw portrait session?

Let’s talk about both experiences in detail:

boudoir session

What is so special about La Perla boudoir session?

It’s a beautiful way to celebrate yourself, reconnect with your feminine side, get pampered, play dress up, create a unique gift, have a celebrity worthy session with gorgeous pictures, heirloom albums and breathtaking wall art. It’s going to be all about YOU, polished and captured in the moment!

Who is boudoir session for?

For any woman 21+ wanting to celebrate herself with a transformative boudoir experience.

How long is AS I AM session?

We’ll do your in-studio hair and makeup, show you different options from the Client Closet, go over posing basics and then start your session. You’ll be in front of the camera for about an hour and then will have your private gallery viewing and product ordering shortly after the session. Total time in studio - 5-6 hours.

Hair & Makeup:

In-studio makeup with lashes and hairstyling is included! Come with clean moisturized face and clean dry hair and let us do some magic to enhance your natural beauty.

What to wear:

Three outfits are included with each boudoir session. Boudoir is different for everybody - some women wear lingerie, some wear dresses! The best part - you have a choice: you can bring your own outfits (we’ll give you a few ideas!) or borrow fro our massive all-sizes Client Closet.

How to pose:

No need to practice posing - we’ll show you exactly how to pose and what to do with your hands, facial expressions and guide you through the entire session! We specialize in posing for all body types and body shapes, we also take into account physical limitations and adjust posing as needed. All women on our website have been posed using our flow posing approach and they all nailed it!

Mrs. K’s review of her Boudoir session in 2021

How to prepare for your session:

We’ll send you a couple of guides to help you prepare for your session, setup a payment plan and send you reminders to keep you on track. Most women book their sessions a few weeks or months in advance to allow time to prepare mentally, physically and financially.

How much is it?

La Perla Boudoir Session Fee is $450, it holds your date, private use of the studio for up to 6 hrs, all the prep guides and materials, session planning call, in-studio hairstyling and makeup with lashes, full posing and facial expressions guidance during the session, same-day viewing and purchasing of products directly after your session. Albums, prints, wall art and digitals are purchased separately.

What kind of products do you offer?

The most popular way to enjoy images are signature albums and wall art. Albums are handmade in Portugal, they come with variety of cover options and it’s a truly beautiful way to enjoy your photos. Wall Art comes in a few sizes and it’s the best way to display and admire your portraits every day. Digital images are included with all collections.

Will my photos be shared online?

Your privacy is our top priority. Following your session and image reveal, you will receive a form to fill out to let us know your level of confidentiality. We only share images with written permission and will honor your request if you decide to keep your photographs private.

AS i am session

What is so special about AS I AM session?

It’s a totally new way of embracing your self - no special prep (no need to shop for outfits or overthink your looks), no filters (no professional hair/makeup - show up as you would on a normal day, and no extensive editing in Photoshop because nothing needs to be changed about you!), timeless black&white presentation. It’s going to be all about YOU, just AS YOU ARE.

Who is this session for?

The beauty of AS I AM sessions is that they’re gender neutral so it’s open to anyone wanting to have honest yet beautiful portraits done.

How long is AS I AM session?

You’ll be in front of the camera for about an hour and then will have your private gallery viewing right after the session. Total time in studio - 2 hours.

Hair & Makeup:

No professional makeup or hair - come as you would on a normal day because it’s all about embracing your natural beauty.

What to wear:

We’ll do three outfits. The best part - you ALREADY HAVE everything you need for your session, no need to shop! Don’t worry, we’ll give you a few ideas on what to bring.

How to pose:

No need to practice posing - we’ll guide you through the session! No advanced poses here - it’ll be free flowing and will look natural.

Mrs'.K’s review of her AS I AM session in 2024

How to prepare for your session:

No overthinking, no special prep. No need to “loose 10 lb” or wait until “you’re ready” - because you’re READY NOW!

Best part about AS I AM session - you don’t need to do anything to prepare except grab a few outfits from your closet. That’s it!

How much is it?

AS I AM Session Fee is $450, it holds your date with in-studio, guidance during the session, private use of the studio for up to 2hrs, same-day viewing and purchasing of products and images directly after your session. The full amount of the session fee ($450) will be applied towards your photo purchase.

What kind of products do you offer?

The most popular way to enjoy images are Story Books and as wall art. Story Books are handmade in Italy, they come with variety of cover options and it’s a beautiful way to tell YOUR STORY. Wall Art comes in a couple of options with our favorite one being 9-in-1 Wall Display. Digital collections are available.

Will my photos be all black&white?

This session is intentionally designed to be done in black&white because we want all focus to be on YOU. However, if you fall in love with a portrait and want to add a color version of it to your order we can accomodate it.

Will my photos be shared online?

Your privacy is our top priority. Following your session and image reveal, you will receive a form to fill out to let us know your level of confidentiality. We only share images with written permission and will honor your request if you decide to keep your photographs private.

it's time to celebrate yourself with a portrait photosession!

While we believe that YOU DESERVE TO BE PHOTOGRAPHED AS YOU ARE, we also know it's rare to take the time to have a full day to slow down and enjoy this experience so we make it easy for you:

  • we custom plan every session to make it truly yours

  • we keep everything on track with reminders

  • we offer flexible payment plans and prepayment bonuses

  • we provide prep and outfit guides so you’ll know exactly how to prepare and what to bring

  • each session is fully guided meaning you don’t have to practice posing!

  • you’ll see your photos and place order on the same day (instant gratification!)

  • our studio is a safe no-judgement space where everyone is accepted and celebrated

  • your comfort is our priority, we’ll make easy for you to relax and enjoy your session

  • we always respect requests for privacy, nothing will be shared without your written permission

Embrace your true self and tap into your inner goddess with one of our guided sessions in Lynn Haven, FL photography studio.

We are excited to Welcome you at our Studio in Lynn Haven, FL!

Private studio, lots of natural light, professional lights - we provide everything to make you feel comfortable and ROCK YOUR SESSION!

Just come AS YOU ARE and have the time of your life!

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