Things I've Learned as a Boudoir Photographer

I read this earlier today and just HAD to share this with all of you. If you have met me, you will know that I respect the person in front of the shutter so much!  I understand your fear and I get your inhibitions because, I myself, hate having my picture taken.

It is a true passion for me to be a boudoir photographer. I love meeting my clients when they are so nervous and then seeing the changes in them as they relax and have fun. It's liberating in a way that can't be described!  My clients usually end the session so anxious because they want to see their pics right away. Most feel so beautiful that they are radiating!!!! I love facilitating that transition. 

Then I deliver their pics....and many times get a teary phone call or emotion-filled email about how my client feels amazing!  This is so rewarding for me!

Every now and then, I have the pleasure of doing pictures for a repeat client. I can tell you that those are always way more fun!  My client is pumped (not scared), and usually prepared to be much more risqué. Now, more risqué does not make the session better for me, but a lady who is willing to be risqué is confident!!!!!  Many times these ladies will says something along the lines of "I feel so much better about myself now" or "Before my last PINK KISS session, I used to feel like...." 

Hearing those statements is what drives me. It's what makes me want every single women to know about PINK KISS. 

Have a peek at this link. I love this Australian  Boudoir Photographer's retell of her experiences. 

http://www.copingwithjane.com/things-ive-learnt-about-women-as-a-boudoir-photographer/

Thank you to all of you, who trust, believe and support. You mean the world to me!

~ Maryann

After a Hurricane

"After a hurricane comes a rainbow"
"What doesn't kill you makes your stronger"

We all face dark times in our lives.
The times when you can't see the sun, or the rainbows, or the hope of tomorrow being better.
People say that challenge is what defines a person.
I say that the dark times in our life are opportunities; opportunities to change our direction and focus.
Challenges are a chance to make big changes and a sign that re-calibration is needed.
Our actions and outcomes of our challenges is what defines us. 

With that said,  it is crazy for me to reflect on how many people that are close to me are trudging through their own blackouts.  Wandering through the dark, looking for a light to point them in the direction that they should travel.  Trudging through waist deep crap, exhausted and wondering "why?".  I'm not sure if this is just a time of metaphoric realigning or just the age that I am at that so many of us are facing struggles.

Because of the stress of life, most of us lose touch with ourselves.  We put children, work, and financial responsibility ahead of our own basic needs.  Although these things are of utmost importance, outward focus is only productive to a point.  A maple tree cannot continue to grow,  provide food to us, and beautify our environment if it is cut off at the roots.  We are the same.

When it is the hardest to focus on yourself,  it is also the most important time.  It is important to be able to look in the mirror and say "F'n right!  I rock!!!!!", to knowledge your talents and gifts and realize your importance to the people in your life.  Self-love is food for your roots and will provide growth, success and beauty to yourself and those around you.  Love yourself, do things that make you happy, embrace and nurture your spirit and outer self!  The strength will come from inside to help you see which way the sun is shining and keep your branches out strong even during the most strenuous storm.

At the end of the storm, as the raindrops are drying up, and the birds begin to chirp again, your strength will be there for all to see.  Your roots will be unyielding, you will grown taller and stronger and it will be evident that a little rain can't knock you down.

Our very first PINK KISS pinup https://www.facebook.com/PinkKissPinUp  faced her own time of darkness.  She spent about 8 months of uncertainty, moments of pure elation, and ultimately in loss.  She lived the times of only blackout, and then she focused on herself.  She embraced herself.  She allowed her self to be happy and crazy and accept her emotions. She is a mentor and a survivor.....and very special to me.  Here is her story:

http://exhaleliterarymagazine.stillstandingmag.com/2013/06/living-in-new-skin-by-angel-klodt/


I hope that she can be inspirational to all of you who are facing times of opportunity and that her story can be food for your roots.

Fifty Shades of Red

Really has anyone's life been the same since Christain Grey came waltzing into our lives 2 years ago?  The literary world was made submissive to Mr. Grey and his fifty shades. Cookie baking mom's were all of a sudden obsessing over handcuffs. The word Ben Wa became used as frequently as car pool.  The paint department at the hardware store will never look the same again!  He brought excitement into bedrooms and opened people's minds and curiosity towards a forbidden and risque topic. 

This made things very exciting at our PINK KISS parties.  We were asked questions about many of the props and accessories that were used on Anastasia in the Fifty Shades trilogy.  How to use various items, what the perceived benefits were, and what items did we carry that would fill these roles.  The learning began on our end and our product line grew as we began to expand into the world of doms and subs.  As  representatives of the industry, it is very important that our knowledge is accurate and unbiased.  I'm sure that sometimes it is hard for someone to come forward with question, and therefore having information for them is of huge importance.

As my personal knowledge grew, so did my realization that acts of sensory deprivation don't need to happen in a cold heartless way.  While BDSM implies pain and punishment, there is a very sensual and seductive side to this world.  I always like to mention to my clients that the props and accessories are tools, and much like any other tool, there are more than just one application for which they are useful.  Restraints can be used as a fun "Hey, lay there and relax!" addition to a couples' massage.  A flogger can be used to tickle and tantalize.  Rope can be used to excite the skin as intricate weaving is done over torsos.  Much of the risque is implied, which doesn't the fun away, but instead makes it an exciting new adventure to try without risks and fear.

With this said, I would like to introduce you to our newest collection, Fifty Shades of Grey, the Official Collection.  This collection of products is meant for a fun stay-in date night, for couple's interested in dipping their toes into S&M.  Have a peek!  You may end up wanting to paint your bedroom red! ;)
http://www.pinkkissshop.ca/search?q=Fifty+Shades+of+Grey

 

Valentine's Day Contest!!!

We are excited to announce our first 

Valentine’s Day FREE Boudoir Photo Shoot Giveaway! 

The winner will receive a free photo shoot, hair & makeup, plus an album with 10 images! The contest is open to anyone who would like to enter (19 years of age and older), whether you have a special someone as your Valentine this year or if it is just for yourself!

To enter the contest: 
Please email your story of why you would love a free session along with a photo of yourself to
 pinkkiss@live.ca with the subject line 

“2013 VALENTINE’S DAY BOUDOIR CONTEST”.

If you are a finalist then your story, first name (or initial), and images that you submit will be posted on our blog. Feel free to nominate a deserving friend just please have their permission first and send us their contact info so that we can confirm.

Contest is open to all those19 years of age or older.

Photo shoot to take place at our studio and 

must be booked within 1 month of contest closing. 

We will be accepting entries until February 12th and the winner will be announced on Valentine’s Day!