Celebrating Me } Boudoir Photography Pink Blush.

People sometimes ask me if ever get board of shooting boudoir, and I have to say that “no, I never do”, and it’s because of women like Miss G. This amazing woman came to me last fall to celebrate herself and her transformative journey. From the moment I met her I felt her powerful confident energy. That kind of energy you feel off a woman who has been through her own version of hell and who has crawled her way out. I couldn’t wait to do her shoot after our initial meeting at her consultation, and Im so excited to present her images to you now. Here is Miss G’s Amazing story.

“The past few years have been a journey of self-discovery for me. My marriage ended, and I was facing an uncertain future. I had already started focusing on becoming healthier, but my confidence was almost non-existent. I had lost my individual identity and knew I needed to rediscover who I was. 

I made the effort to eat better, workout with a trainer at the gym, and put myself first. Over the course of 3 years I saw a dramatic weight loss and became happier and rejuvenated. I was finding joy in life and being who I was meant to be. I noticed that as I loved myself more, the energy I was putting out into the world was more positive and others were noticing this too. I felt like a whole new person.

As my confidence grew, I could feel my female power come to the forefront. I never really thought of myself as sexy or truly beautiful, but something awoke within me. I wanted to explore this feeling and embrace this energy. I also knew that I was doing this for myself and not for others, so that has was a huge boost to my ego and confidence.

I started looking into different ways to express this new found confident energy and boudoir photos seemed to just check all the boxes. Here was a way I could embrace my body, my sexuality, my femininity, and my confidence, and not feel afraid to be who I truly was. I researched various photography studios throughout the city and decided that Pink Blush Boudoir’s values and feminine energy was aligned with mine. I knew that they could help me embrace all that I was becoming or had always been as a woman and really let myself feel sexy and empowered. I was also just a few weeks away from my 38th birthday, and this seemed like the perfect birthday present to my new self!

Sarina made me feel comfortable with my decision, right from the start. The initial consult was so moving and empowering that I actually cried as I “unpacked” my story and reasons for wanting to do boudoir photos. I knew that I was going to be part of something amazing and couldn’t wait to have my session.

Everything about the session, from the hair and makeup, to the photos, to the great conversation during the shoot, just left me feeling strong and confident and sexy. This was a dream come true! 

I can honestly say that I was a bit nervous when it was time to actually review the photos to choose which I wanted, but that was only because I had never really seen myself through someone else’s eyes and didn’t know what to expect. As soon as I saw the preview slide show, I knew that any fear or nervousness was unfounded. Again I cried, as there I was, looking confident, sexy, and gorgeous, and I just knew this was who I was all along. I was in awe! The photos were amazing and it was so hard to choose which ones I wanted. The ones I did choose all are phenomenal and I currently have 4 of them framed and up in my apartment. Everyone that sees them are blown away and asks where I had them done and why, so I tell my story.

I did this for me, no one else. But I am proud to share my journey with others. We all need to learn to love ourselves first and discover who we are, before we can share that love with others. And any time I feel my confidence shake, I just look at those photos, and know that I am good enough, strong enough, and right where I am meant to be.”

~Miss G

Boudoir Photography Edmonton Pink Blush } Miss A Feather Light Soul

“The best way to have a feather light soul is to keep letting go.”

Holding  onto resentment will only hold you back. Whether it’s the guy that cut you off in traffic or an ex who cheated on you, holding on to negative emotions towards anyone or any circumstance will only prevent you from moving forward. Forgiveness is rarely about the other person it’s about you. If you want a truly blissful life your goal in all your affairs should be to act with tolerance, patients, kindness, and love.

i have had some recent revelations myself on this matter. Over the past two years I have really been working on taking better care of my health, but there has been a few things I just cant seem to fix. Like quitting smoking and staying quit. I finally had to come to terms with the fact that part of the reason I smoke is because of anger and resentments I still carry. By doing the work to heal these issues Im finally feeling free from this nagging addiction.

I always have client who tell me they will do a boudoir shoot once they loose a few pounds, and one of the best ways to do that is to start with dropping the emotional weight. The scale might not physically move but you will feel lighter instantly. My best advice is to look at your life through honest eyes. If you have an issue or issues that are really weighing you down, try to reevaluate the issue with tolerance, patients, kindness, and love. Take a look at the situation without judgment, define what role you played in that situation, learn what you need to learn from it. Maybe you need to apologize to someone, maybe you need to forgive someone else or yourself, maybe you just need to visualize how you will do things differently in the future. But when your done with your evaluation you must then let it go. it’s one of the best weight loss tips out there and it wont cost you a dime or a minute of gym time.

A woman can not be a soaring flowing creating bad ass if she’s being pinned down with a bunch of resentment and anger. Next time you find yourself holding on to something negative. Ask yourself, do I want to flow and continue to create the life I want, or do I want to be stuck in this pit of blame and fear? It doesn’t matter who upset you, or what, or how. It only matter how you handle it because that is the only thing in life you have any control over. Now take a deep breath and let it go.

Namaste my beautiful flowing bad ass ladies.

Miss Leah Lee } Pink Blush Boudoir Edmonton YEG

I don't often get a chance to work with models but when I do it's with  Miss Leah Lee. Her enchanting face matches her sweet yet witch like personality perfectly. So when she sent me the picture of this stunning head piece I couldn't resist a shoot. We hope you like the images. :) 

 Here is a little review from Leah about working with Pink Blush. 

“Sarina is an outstanding photographer [and lovely person to boot!] with the ability to make anyone feel beautiful. I have worked with many high caliber photographers and Sarina definitely falls into this category because she knows how to get just the right shot[s]. With Sarina’s innovative and creative mind, she is able to come up with photos you could only dream of. I personally struggle with body dysmorphia. I always find it such an uplifting experience working with Sarina. She makes me feel comfortable with my body and once I get those photos back, my self esteem increases significantly! I always look forward to shooting with Sarina and plan to continue to do so in the future! Pure magic!! “

Valentines Day } Pink Blush Boudoir Edmonton YEG

 

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of being and ideal grace.
I love thee to the level of every day’s
Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light.
I love thee freely, as men strive for right.
I love thee purely, as they turn from praise.
I love thee with the passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood’s faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints. I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life; and, if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death.

-Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Give him a gift that will show your over flow your love for him.

Here are some of the sexy shots form Miss L session with Pink Blush Boudoir.

Body Jewelry } Pink Blush Boudoir Photography Edmonton YEG

Every so often I get the creative itch to do something totally different. As much as I love shooting boudoir, sometimes I just need to change things up a little bit. A few weeks ago, I got inspired to make a new body cage for the studio. I found some random broken jewelry pieces around the studio while cleaning up and got to work! Looking at the bits and pieces, I knew I could make something our clients would love. There's nothing better than a boudoir studio that supplies one of a kind jewelry, now is there? Here are some hot photos of Miss G showing off our new body bling... 

Also, I need to give a quick shout out to Tricia Victoria Photography for the new B&W preset I've been using.. It's like hot sauce, I could put it on everything! Thank you Tricia.

Pink Hair & Feathers } Pink Blush Boudoir Photography Edmonton YEG

Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul, and signs the tune - without the words, and nerved stops - at all.

- Emily Dickinson

Im so blessed to have a job that allows me to be creative. Never would I have imagined that my life would have taken this direction. People ask me all the time how I got started in Boudoir, and all I can say is that it choose me. I remember waking up one day after doing it for about a year and I finally realized I had everything I had been asking for. 

Ladies Support Other Women } Pink Blush Boudoir Photography Edmonton YEG

If find it all too common that women are very quick to judge or put each other down. I understand that not everyone is always going to like everyone else, but since women in this world have it hard enough as it is, I can't justify putting another women down. I might not always agree with another woman's actions or choices, but I try to understand that everyone has their reasons. 

I was never a popular girl in school, and often felt threatened by other girls. Usually for things like talking to a boy, or even just for being friends with one. This was something that I struggled with a lot, since I found it hard to be friends with girls, and the guys where easier to hangout with. When I was in grade 11, my then boyfriend cheated on me with a girl from school. I remember everyone expecting me to hate this girl because she made out with my boyfriend, but I knew exactly how being hated on by other women made me feel. I also knew that it was my boy friend who did the wrong doing, not her. I didn't feel the need to make best friends with this girl, but I also saw no use in rubbing her face in her actions. She had her reasons for making out with a guy she knew had a girlfriend; most likely, those reasons came from a place of low self value. Instead of being angry I tried to forgive her, and accept that she had her own struggles. 

I wish more women could treat each other this way. Instead of pointing out every fault or trying to bring another woman down so you can feel better. Try to see that the woman you are judging, disrespecting or putting down has a heavy enough load. Maybe with a little compassion, we might all be able to make healthier life choices. Maybe by having each others backs instead of stabbing them, we can join forces and be a powerful example for our children. Considering every human was created by a woman, that could create a pretty powerful change. 

Here are some photos of the Lovely Miss D to help brighten the day.. 

How to Be Sexy } Pink Blush Boudoir Photography Edmonton YEG

It's pretty common that my clients will let me know that they are not sexy, or they don't know how to be sexy. Most women assume you have to look a certain way or be young, but there is so much more to sex appeal then what you look like. Being sexy is more about how you feel about yourself, then it is what you look like. Here are a few tips for "being more sexy":

1) Take care of your body and mind

If you want to feel sexy you need to feel good. Whatever form that happens to take for you; whether it's eating really well, getting your nails done, going out with great friends, eating an entire box of chocolates, you do you. I myself like to eat lots of natural pant based foods, and doing yoga. I also recommend a little Maca Root to help boost your libido but that's just me... 

2) Move Slow and Breathe Deep

If you are trying to seduce your partner, try slowing things down. The art of the tease isn't done quickly, you want to leave them waiting, and begging for more. Make sure you remember to breathe. Taking deep breaths will help calm you down and stimulate your nervous system to relax and enjoy. 

3) Eye Contact

Looking deeply into your partners eyes with confidence will help get their full attention on you. It also sends a message that you know what you want. Just remember to take breaks and look away. If you stare too long you might just scare him. 

4) Do boudoir!

Ok, we are a bit biased here, but we have also heard over and over again from these same clients who "don't know how to be sexy" that doing boudoir has changed that... dramatically. 

So, speaking of finding your sexy, here are some lovely photos of Miss C. who found just that after coming to our studio. We absolutely loved having her light up our space and had to share some of her stunning shots (with her permission, of course!)

Gift for Him } Pink Blush Boudoir Edmonton YEG

Wondering what to get your special someone for this coming Holiday season? Look no further. Boudoir is the gift that gives to you and to him. Doing a boudoir shoot is a wonderful way to pamper yourself with a day filled with glamor and self love. Something I think all of us ladies need more of, but it will knock his socks off too. The only thing he will be asking for once he see your photos is a little time with just the two of you. Tomorrow is our last day to take advantage of you $200 special. The session includes a hour shoot, hair and makeup, and 1 fully retouched images. Options to add on more images or Albums are available. Offer ends November 13th 2017. Email us for more information on booking the boudoir special. sarina@pinkblush.ca 

Here is what Miss s and to say about her experience with us:

"I thought of doing Boudoir photos for several years but factors like cost and self-image got in the way. Now I am post two babies and not a spring chicken anymore and I wanted to be sure if I were to invest in something like this, I would be happy with the end result. It wasn't until I came across Pink Blush and their work that I knew this was the right choice; I knew they could make me look good and feel good and I was not disappointed. I love that they offer a full service with hair, makeup and photography all in one place. Her home studio is beautiful! I didn't have to worry about anything other than what I would like to wear. My session was with Sarina and I trusted her with everything. I felt more at ease than I expected and walked out of there feeling confident, beautiful and so anxious to see my pictures. I was shocked to be able to view my pictures so soon, only a couple days later and loved so many, making a decision on what to choose was difficult (and I don't often like pictures of myself)! I think it's worth it for every woman to do this (for herself) at least once!"

Edmonton Boudoir } Pink Blush Boudoir Edmonton YEG

Finally Friday is here. I hope you all have something that feeds your soul planned for the weekend. Tomorrow Calie and I will be busy with client shoots. Sunday I have a bridal style shoot set up with the lovely Gillian Rae. It will be cold so we booked a hot yoga class at Bliss yoga to warm us up after. 

Here is a little more from the beautiful Miss M