CLIENT FEATURE :: California Girl | Austin Boudoir Photography

HMUA: Ashley Zieba of Madame Me Makeup and Hair
Wardrobe Stylist & Photographer:  Elizabeth Zimmerman

This past fall I went out to California to teach a mini makeshift workshop on shooting boudoir.  While there, I had the pleasure of meeting, and shooting, a gorgeous mama that had the same worries as every mom I’ve worked with —

Going into the shoot I think I pointed out every flaw I could find about myself.  I was worried about my stomach, the way my boobs didn’t sit like they did before I breastfed my babies, that my stretch marks would be the first thing people saw when they viewed the pictures, and mostly that I would freeze under the pressure!  I’m pretty open – I don’t have a filter – but we are often our own worst critics and I was so worried I wouldn’t produce awesome pictures.

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Q+A with Ashley

Why did you book a boudoir session? What’s your story?
I was offered the opportunity to model for Torrid Boudoir by a very good friend of mine.  I had never done anything like it at the time, and I was beyond excited to have the experience.
Going into the shoot, were you worried or nervous about anything?
Going into the shoot I think I pointed out every flaw I could find about myself.  I was worried about my stomach, the way my boobs didn’t sit like they did before I breastfed my babies, that my stretch marks would be the first thing people saw when they viewed the pictures, and mostly that I would freeze under the pressure!  I’m pretty open – I don’t have a filter – but we are often our own worst critics and I was so worried I wouldn’t produce awesome pictures.
Looking back on the planning process, do you feel like you were given adequate information and references to help you prepare for your shoot?
Definitely!  I made the mistake of not ordering a few outfits in time and wasn’t able to shoot in them.  I would definitely recommend, like their website says, to order early!
What would you tell other women about doing a boudoir shoot with Torrid Boudoir?
It’s amazing!  Seriously life changing.  I’m amazed at how intimate the session was and it’s definitely an experience to remember.  I felt beautiful, sexy, and fierce!  I left the shoot feeling like a bad ass female!
What was your favorite part of your session?
I enjoyed Elizabeth’s intimacy most.  She was really able to pull me out of my comfort zone and find my sexy.  I was so worried about being uncomfortable, but that’s impossible with the way Elizabeth cheers you on.
Would you have another boudoir shoot with Torrid Boudoir in the future?
Most definitely!
What changes have you noticed in yourself after your photo shoot with Torrid Boudoir?
I feel like a beast!  In a good way, LOL.  I’ll put on outfits I wouldn’t have before and feel sexy.  I found myself taking the lead in the bedroom, and feeling confident in my lingerie.
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Ashley, thank you so much for trusting me and just going for it!  You did such an amazing job!  XOXO

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