The Art Of Boudoir Photography By Christa Meola <Authentic ✮>

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Pre-Shoot Planning

1. Ditch the shot list. Throw away the Pinterest board of 100 poses. Go in with three "feeling" prompts only.
2. Shoot wide open. Use an aperture of f/1.4 to f/2.8. Let the background melt away.
3. Use a fan. Movement creates life. A gentle breeze on the hair or a piece of sheer fabric adds the "organic flow" she is famous for.
4. Soft boxes vs. Windows: When using artificial light, use a large softbox very close to the subject (2-3 feet away) to mimic window light.
5. The "Squint" test: If the client is squinting, the light is too harsh. You want the catchlight in their eyes, but the lids relaxed.

• How to direct body language without being creepy.
• How to build a consent-driven workflow.
• How to photograph plus-size bodies, aging bodies, and post-surgery bodies with dignity.