Hortencia came to my Bay Area studio for her boudoir session after being a long time member of my Facebook group. We had been corresponding through the group for well over a year, and by the time she came to the studio for her session I felt like we were already buddies!

This beautiful woman brought all kinds of fierceness and soul to her session. Take a look at her stunning boudoir gallery below and read what her experience in studio was like:

Q: What made you want to schedule your boudoir session with Lindsay Carlisle Boudoir Studio? 

A: I have been wanting to do this for a long time but my body image was low. Having had 3 kids really took a toll on my body and it was far from anything I would ever want to see in photo. The more I saw Lindsay’s photos I was amazed by what she was capturing. I knew that if I had a session with her, I’d be okay.

Q: What were some of your biggest concerns about having your intimate photos taken? 

A: Falling on my face while posing. Almost did, too.

Q: How did you feel the days leading up to your session? 

A: I got really nervous. Kept wondering if I made a mistake and was she going to be able to bring out in me what I saw in other’s photos. I ended up bringing my cousin with me for moral support and to make sure I went through with it.  ZERO regrets.

Q: What was the actual photo shoot experience like for you? 

A: Not what I thought. It was so casual and relaxing that I was able to ease into a comfort zone and relax into the session. Hair and makeup was fun. Once we started I loved the fact that Lindsay showed you the pose before you did it. She was very creative with where and how. She didn’t rush but had it paced well. I had so much fun.

Q: How did you feel after leaving your photo session and the days/weeks following? 

A: I felt as I had accomplished a huge feat, like climbing a mountain. I actually started looking at myself and others very differently. I have always been big on uplifting women but it became a mission after my session. I was also super excited to see how my photos turned out and get my order in.

Q: What would you say to women who struggle with their body image and self-acceptance? 

A: You are beautiful. You just need to remember that and believe it. If it takes a session with Lindsay to help you see it, go for it. She captures your greatness and you end up with a reminder of that greatness. I am “plus” size and I will never let that term define my beauty ever again.

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