I quickly realized how easy it can be to get creative with posing and scenery, and I tried to make mental notes of everything I was experiencing. I'd usually take my nudes on my bed or in my bathroom, but Ribinik made use of everything from the couch to the wall. Ribinik recommended posing in a window-filled room, like the one we were in, whenever possible. Apparently, natural light-even if it's dim-is better than artificial light, because it can lend a soft, sensual vibe to your photos. Though it was raining out, she explained she'd be keeping the lights off. (The swanky Manhattan hotel room we were shooting in seemed to fit the bill.) While Ribinik's makeup artist worked her magic, Ribinik walked me through the fundamentals of boudoir scenery-which is basically just that you want to pose in a clean, well-lit, ideally luxurious-looking room. And honestly, it was easier than I expected. Then I did the whole nude (and semi-nude) modeling thing.
#Boudoir poses that hide stomach professional
I ended up looking like a straight-up doll-a look I appreciated for the professional shoot but would never have the patience (or skill) to recreate on my own. On set, Ribinik opted for a Lana Del Rey-based soundtrack, and her makeup artist took her time making me look picture-perfect. I don't have much of a problem being naked around people (just ask my poor, poor roommates), but even I thought this period of mental preparation sounded like a good idea. And the photographers suggested I incorporate something similar- hair and makeup, sexy music, a glass (or two) of wine-into my own nude selfie shoots. This gives clients a second to get in the zone before, you know, taking their clothes off. Standard boudoir shoots involve about an hour of Victoria’s Secret-inspired hair and makeup. I’m the kind of person who learns by doing, so I thought I’d give the whole boudoir thing a shot and (hopefully) walk away with a few observations I could apply to my own nudes. Something all three photographers mentioned was that a lot of the “magic” of a boudoir session happens on-set-in the communication between photographer and model. After my initial interviews, I had the chance to model in my very own boudoir shoot. Beskin told me that some of the most beautiful boudoir shots are those that capture natural, imperfect moments-because they capture the kind of authentic intimacy you share with your partner on a regular basis. I have a hard time getting my face to behave when I’m posing for pictures-nude or not-but all three photographers encouraged me to chill. Their second lesson: When it comes to poses and facial expressions, less is more. According to my boudoir gurus, I should put some serious thought into wardrobe, lighting, scenery, and ~setting the mood~. I’ve always been one to run to the nearest mirror and snap a quick pic-throwing caution, mental preparation, and lighting concerns to the metaphorical wind. Their first lesson: Mood matters, as much as any pose or facial expression.
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