I am pleased to introduce Jane Photo Intimates! This has been a long time in the planning stages, and is such a thrill to finally have up and running.  To see a sample boudoir, see also our website galleries or our slideshow on this blog under “Galleries” in the menu.

What is boudoir?

Modern boudoir is bedroom photography by women for women.  Whether you want to share a surprise with that special someone in your life (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays), or want to remember yourself as you are now, or just want to get out from under the spit-up and diapers and recreate the woman  you were before kids, boudoir sessions are perfect for celebration.  Boudoir is for women of all ages and body types…women have discovered the session is empowering and liberating, and best of all, makes them feel incredibly beautiful.

What to wear, how to prep?

It’s time  to play!  Please treat yourself to three sensual changes of lingerie, including boots, high heels, stockings, garter belts, corsets, gloves, hats.  Practice giving “come hither looks” into the mirror so you know  what expressions look good.  Feel free to have a drink or two beforehand.

Can I do this with my girlfriends?

We can do a boudoir party at a local boutique hotel with a minimum of five women; you split the rental between you and then the hostess can spend the night after an evening on the town with her honey.  If there are only a couple of you, we prefer to use the studio in east Van, but certainly, you can come together and make each other laugh!

Are men welcome?

These sessions are for women only.

But my body is not perfect/I am getting older…

No worries!  The talents of our makeup artist, some false eyelashes, and a clever understanding of how to bring out the sexy will show you at your very best…and a little bit better.  You’ll look alluring and captivating…we promise!

What about my crow’s feet/blemishes?

Full retouching of all ten images is included in your cost.  We will work on each image with close attention.

How much does a boudoir session cost?

Posh Session:

Only 800 and is all-inclusive, including hair, makeup, your 1-2 hour session with three outfit changes, and 10 images presented in your choice of a little black book or a Boudoir Diva magazine.

Red Hot Session:

Only 1550.  Same details as above, plus also includes all ten images as digital files.

Ten digital files only: 1300

What happens after the session?

You’ll be invited back to the studio for an in-person ordering session, during which you’ll view a slideshow of between 15-20 images of gorgeous you.  From these, you’ll choose your favourite ten for your album or magazine.

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To view slideshow below, please click on image. This may not be suitable for young viewers.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day (see our promotion to the right)…Jane Photo Intimates. We are working on a dedicated blog for these since we no longer have any grown-ups without kids on our new site (though we may), so for now, here are just a few. Ms S was a joy and a delight to work with. I draw her, too, and it was fascinating to change my approach for these shots. We had toooo many clothing changes, lol.

My faves, though, are the last ones shot through glass and fabric. I have been wanting to do these shots for just years now, a la my hero, Elizabeth Opalenik. Of course, I hadn’t even heard of Elizabeth when I started fooling around with the idea back in rural Japan, when I photographed women (with their permission) half seen in steamy onsen (public Japanese baths). When I was introduced to Elizabeth in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, I knew that her images captured a sensuousness and moodiness I was longing towards. I was not entirely certain I could get the same effect just in my little studio, but I did myself proud. These images of Ms S are mysterious and evocative and yet still so sexy.

I have many more images I love, but they will be saved for the upcoming Intimates blog.