Deciding Where to Have Your Glamour Shoot

So you've decided to partake in a Glamour Photo Shoot, how exciting! Glamour shoots are extraordinarily fun and well - glamorous! The next step is to choose a location for your shoot. Here's a few suggestions to get the gears turning and help you to find your perfect location:

Private Portrait Studio

We provide the studio for your use for no extra charge. Have your glamour shoot in a private studio with our all-female team on hand to ensure you look your absolute best.

The Salt Lake City County Building

Bring your glamour shoot out on the town and pose with one of the most breathtaking buildings in the area. Nothing says glamorous quite like the lovely architecture of the county building.

The Salt Lake City Library

If the County Building isn't quite your style, perhaps the modern look of the Salt Lake City library will be more up your alley. Channel your inner sexy librarian and get glamorous amongst the books.

Urban Downtown Salt Lake City

What better way to embrace your own vibrance than by having your shoot in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, where there is no shortage of excitement and liveliness. 

Utah State Capitol

Nothing oozes confidence and power quite like Utah's Capitol Building. With architecture that is both strong and beautiful, it is a great contender for your Glamour Shoot location.

Memory Grove 

If you're looking to be more in touch with nature, Memory Grove is the perfect place for your shoot. You can take in the warm sunshine and natural beauty while creating a memory of your own beauty that will last a lifetime.

As you can see, your glamour shoot can be completely tailored to your own wants and needs. It is your experience and you can make it whatever you want! Contact us to start planning your perfect Glamour Shoot.

Mini Boudoir Sessions Suck!

In my honest opinion mini or marathon boudoir sessions are the worst experience for the client. Boudoir is different then any other type of photography because your wearing lingerie and most women aren't 100% comfortable when you first start the photo shoot. So if you book a deal that is a mini or marathon session with 1-2 outfits and 40 minutes without hair and makeup your going to be really disappointed. I've found that most clients need a 15-20 minute warm up time before they feel really comfortable with the posing and sexy facial expressions. Also, most people are nervous when they first arrive at the studio and having an hour for hair and makeup before the shoot allows people to relax before taking their clothes off. This first hour of hair and makeup makes a big difference on the comfort level of the entire shoot. We have a chance to talk and get to know each other while you get an awesome makeover.

Back to why mini sessions suck – so you get about 20 minutes at the end where you feel comfortable and then your rushed out the door so the next client can come in and have the same crappy mini session experience. Back to back photo shoots with a rush attitude. Then your told that you'll see your pictures in about 2 weeks in an online gallery. I hate that! I want to see my photos asap! This is why we have our clients view and order their photos the same day right after the shoot. Would you rather wait 2 weeks or 60 minutes to see your pics?

So, your pics are delivered in an online gallery and now you have to pick your favorites to purchase. This is so hard to decide! No help or feedback on what to do with the pictures or what ones are best. So your lost and put off making an decisions. Then your 3-6 months down the road and realized you never picked your favorite pics from your mini session. Crap!

Overall it's a crappy experience to be rushed through a mini session with only 40 minutes and then suffering through an online gallery to never decide on your pics. Your better off booking the full experience with hair and makeup, 2 hour shoot, tons of outfits, same day viewing and ordering. Boudoir is about having an awesome experience! That's just my 2 cents on the whole thing with having photographed boudoir for 8 years.

Making your Mother Feel Beautiful on Mother's Day - Gift Ideas

Every woman deserves to feel beautiful. However, as women become mothers, our bodies go through many changes. While these changes are still beautiful, many women feel uncomfortable in their new bodies and struggle to feel confident about them.

With mother’s day quickly approaching, mother's day gift ideas are at the forefront of everyone’s mind. With this in mind, is there a better way to celebrate the special mother in your life than to help her feel beautiful in her own skin again? This is just one of the reasons that a glamour portrait experience makes a phenomenal gift.

This type of experience will allow your mother to celebrate herself in a unique way. She will be able to see the beauty that being a mother has created and will love celebrating the joy that motherhood has brought to her.

By giving your mother the gift of a glamour photo shoot, you will be allowing your mother to feel beautiful so that she can enjoy creating images of herself that she will cherish for a lifetime.

Our portrait studio is the best place for all of your glamour experience needs. Our goal is to help your mother feel comfortable during the shoot so that she can feel confident and beautiful.

In addition to a unique experience, your mother will also be offered the services of a professional hair and makeup team who will help make her day even more special. Make sure that you contact us today to schedule a one of a kind mother’s day gift.

This is a portrait session of my own MOM that I shot last week to celebrate Mother's Day!

The perfect Groom's Gift! A bridal themed boudoir photo shoot. Wedding season is here! Now is the time to book your bridal themed boudoir photo shoot.

When you decide on a maternity photo shoot, you might turn to the internet for inspiration. The first thing you'll realize is that there are a lot of crazy people out there with a lot of ideas that you never would have considered--much less publicized. Suddenly, women who would never show off a lot of skin are flaunting their baby bump, which leaves you wondering: when it comes time for your maternity photo shoot, should you choose lingerie or dresses?

First, rid yourself of the notion that just because there's a lot of skin showing, it's indecent. There are some gorgeous photos out there that incorporate lingerie into a maternity photo shoot--many of them real works of art that you'll be delighted to take part in.

Next, ask yourself what your intended audience is for these photos. If you're going to share them with your family--your grandparents, parents, siblings--you probably won't want to use lingerie in that part of your shoot. On the other hand, you and your husband might well want to remember this time in your lives and be able to look back on it. Pregnant women are beautiful, and he thinks you're the most beautiful one of all. Would he appreciate a few lingerie-clad photos to remember this time with? It might be worth an extra shot or three to provide them for him.

Feeling nervous? Stop and look at yourself in the mirror. Look at all those curves: gorgeous, life-giving curves that you'll only get to have in quite this way a handful of times in your life. You are sexy--yes, even nine months pregnant and feeling like you're ready to pop. This is life-affirming. Would you like to celebrate these last few weeks of pregnancy in a way that you and your husband will remember forever? It will definitely be an experience worth having.

Ready to book your maternity shoot? Contact us to get it set up and ask any questions that you might have.

-Opie

Check out these stunning boudoir pictures! We decided to go with a hot pink lip to match her hot pink outfit.

Ladies, we're as sexy as we feel and on Valentine's Day we have the right to feel as sexy as we want! This year, give him a little something remember you by with these playful boudoir outfit recommendations:

Hot Under the (White) Collar- He spends all day at the office with bosses breathing down his neck, deadlines, snarky co-workers, and office politics. Your job is probably no picnic, either, but show him how much you appreciate what he puts up with from 9 to 5 by slipping into one of his shirts and a loosely knotted power tie. For fun, include a "memo from the boss" that you want to see him "in the boardroom" at once!

Calling Mr. Fix-It- For the handyman, a strategically hung tool-belt and a hard-hat will never look the same again! The next time he picks up his drill or hammer to work on your "Honey Do" list, don't be surprised if you see his mind wandering...

For the Sports Nut- Football widow? Baseball widow? Sports widow of any sort? Join the team by slinking into his favorite jersey and letting him know that you know the score! Add a few team props the next time he sees his team playing, he'll be thinking about how one of those jerseys looked when you wore it!

Valentine's Day is the perfect reason to try out these boudoir outfit recommendations and others. Get creative with his world and show that you know what he's all about. Ready to get started? Contact us today to get set up or to get other great ideas for boudoir photography!

The studio has moved from Sugar House to downtown Salt Lake City.
Our new address is: 357 South 200 East Suite #305 Salt Lake City, UT 84111

A boudoir photo shoot is fun and exciting. However, it can also be nerve-racking if it's going to be your first time posing in lingerie. Therefore, it's best to prepare yourself for your first Utah sexy photography session by using the helpful tips below.

Calm Your Nerves with a Relaxing Massage

Not used to being without clothes in front of others? How about undressing for a massage first? It will help to desensitize you from the fear of being anything less than fully clothed. As an added bonus, the massage will help to work out the kinks you might have developed from feeling anxious about your upcoming lingerie photo shoot.

Find a Sexy New Fragrance

Smelling sexy will help you to feel sexy. So if you're having difficulty in connecting with your inner goddess, then it's time for you to shop for a new body fragrance. With a spritz of the right scent, you'll be feeling bold and confident about posing in risqué poses in no time at all.

Get into Yoga

One of the quickest ways to start feeling good about your body is to get into working out. However, if you're nearing the date of your photo session, you probably don't want to start any workout program that's too strenuous in nature. Instead, you should play it safe by sticking to low impact exercises like yoga or walking. Such exercises will help you to feel good about your body without causing you to feel too sore to enjoy your photography session.

Remind Yourself Why You're Doing It

What was your initial reason for scheduling a boudoir photo shoot? Was it to present the finished album as a gift to someone special? Then to encourage yourself, keep thinking about how delighted your special someone would feel upon seeing your sexy pictures.

Contact us if you have yet to schedule your sexy photography session.

You want to find your man a gift that expresses how much you love him, but also shows that you know just what he likes. Those are both pretty tall orders, especially with all the choices that are available. If you really want to make an impact this year, consider one (or all) of these five awesome Christmas gifts ideas for him.

1. Boudoir Portraits - Let that beautiful seductress inside you come out to play with intimate, classy photos of you. It's the perfect way to warm your man up this holiday season add a little spice to your relationship. His favorite lingerie or something new just for the occasion, high heels and your gorgeous self, what more could a man ask for?

2. Digital Guitar - Most guys, at some point, dream about being a famous guitar playing rock star, so give yours the chance this season. He'll love the gTar Digital Guitar because it feels and looks like a real guitar, but it plays through his iPhone or speaker system. It's even got LED guides so he can learn to play his favorite songs!

3. Drone Quadcopter - Men love the idea of James Bond and all the intrigue and danger that comes from being a spy. Satisfy his urge to see what's going on with his own surveillance drone. The DJI Phantom Quadcopter will be his new favorite toy and it's the kind of gift that just keeps on giving throughout the year.

4. Man Crates - Your man will really love getting a crate full of unique gifts from snacks, gadgets, man gear and even video games. ManCrates.com offers the most manly version of the gift basket that you can imagine. You can customize a crate or choose from one of their prepared crates. No matter what's inside, each one has to be opened with a crowbar (included).

5. Craft Beer - After a hard day at work, your guy would love to kick back and relax with one of the selections from a Craft Beer Club shipment. This club will deliver 12 stunning craft beers of his choice right to his door each and every month. These brews come from small independent breweries and are available as traditional bottled beers and even hand-crafted canned beers.

As a Utah boudoir photographer, I have had all sorts of questions asked by clients before or after a session is booked. These are my top five recommendations for questions to ask any boudoir photographer before you hire.

1. What locations do you use for the photo session?

Why you should ask: It is completely appropriate to find out where your boudoir photo session will take place. You want to feel comfortable and free in this setting. You may even ask to see the location in-person before signing a contract.

OpieFoto's Answer: We have two bedroom studios in a private home for the exclusive use of our clients. Our all-female staff will assist in all aspects of the photo production.

2. What should I wear?

Why you should ask: Experienced photographers have learned what types of clothing work best to create the perfect mood and visual aesthetic. Ask your photographer for some recommended guidelines for what to wear and what not to wear.

OpieFoto's Answer: I highly recommend that clients bring a variety of outfits, especially including a black lingerie set. Also, if your fiancé has given you any items of intimate wear, bring those. Additionally, I offer a selection of outfits and props that you can try out during your photo shoot. Sometimes trying something new results in the best photos!

3. Should I bring any photo props?

Why you should ask: Some items may be unsuitable for boudoir photo shoots, while others may be just right. Ask your photographer for prop recommendations.

OpieFoto's Answer: Definitely bring a few well-selected props that are telling of your personality and relationship with your fiancé. Unique items of jewelry, favorite books, his work shirt, and heels are just a few examples of what you could bring.

4. What poses will I be making?

Why you should ask: Some photographers may have a certain style or regular poses that you may or may not be comfortable with. Don't be afraid to ask, boudoir photographers are usually quite frank. You can also request to see examples from the photographer's portfolio to better understand his/her style.

OpieFoto's Answer: My goal is to create unique, sexy, flattering portraits for all women regardless of body type or age. There is no need to know how to pose, I will guide you through each pose and I know exactly which angles to capture that best exemplify the beautiful woman you are. And there will never be any pressure to reveal more skin than you are comfortable with.

5. How long before I see the photos?

Why you should ask: Each photographer offers different timelines for photo turn-around. It takes time to properly edit and retouch professional photos.

OpieFoto's Answer: There are two options for ordering copies of your boudoir session photos. 1.) After your session grab lunch or a snack and return to order your photos the same day in-studio! 2.) We will set up another date and time for you to come over and order your photos in the studio.

Have more questions about boudoir photo sessions? Contact us and ask away!

by Opie Janzer

You've spent money on an exercise and beauty routine, and you've hired the best boudoir photographer in the Utah lingerie photography industry. How can you make sure you look and feel your very best on the day of your photo shoot?

• Time your shoot around the events in your life. Take a look at your calendar and consider work or school stresses, wedding planning,  your "time of the month," and other upcoming events. You don't want your shoot to fall on a day when you can't stop thinking about a looming deadline or when you're feeling bloated and tired. You won't be comfortable enough to relax and get in a romantic mood.
• Consider playing sexy music or having champagne while on set to loosen you up.
• Browse through your photographer's portfolio and search online or through magazines beforehand to pick out your favorite poses. Try them out at home so you won't be doing them for the first time the day of your shoot.
• Shop for your lingerie and wardrobe items well before your shoot. You might find exactly what you're looking for on your first trip to the mall, or you may have to order online to find the perfect look. Even then, you need to allow extra time for any exchanges. Opie provides links to her favorite lingerie shops, wardrobe ideas and studio lingerie options. Don't about forget shoes and accessories!
• Get your hair touched up, a pedicure, manicure, eyebrow touch up, and any waxing or shaving services done beforehand.
• Moisturize often in the weeks leading up to your shoot so your skin is glowing!
• You want these pictures to wow anyone who is lucky enough to see them! Professional hair and makeup service during your shoot provides that extra special touch. If you opt for these services, come to the shoot with loose clothing on- to avoid marks, your hair blown out, and a clean and moisturized face.
• Leave enough time for your shoot so you're not constantly looking at the clock. The session could take up to 4 hours or more, especially if you want to view your images and order prints the same day.  We do ask that you set aside the entire day for your shoot as most are from 10am to 3pm.

So, you've decided to book a boudoir photo shoot. You're excited and maybe even a bit nervous. You're wondering, "What on earth should I wear?” or “What look should I go for?” Check out these boudoir: outfit ideas and shopping tips that are going to make your experience easy and enjoyable.

What look do you want?

There's a wide variety of looks you can go for, for your boudoir shoot. Do you want to be a sexy cheerleader, or would you prefer to wear some revealing lingerie that is sure to make your photos showcase your seductive side? It's imperative to choose a look that is going to make you comfortable. When you're shopping for your outfit, remember that more is less. It's great to add accessories to spice up your look, but don't go overboard. The focus of the shoot is you, not those 5-inch stilettos you're dying to wear.

Putting the outfit together

Make sure when you're shopping that you try your outfits on! You want clothes that are going to accentuate your beautiful body type. You don't want to get an outfit that's skin tight, that's going to make you uncomfortable. For example, why not try a corset or a teddy if you're comfortable with showing that much skin? If you want something a little more conservative, how about wearing a cute tank top with boy shorts or some cute undies? If you're getting the photos taken for a special man in your life, how about wearing a jersey sporting his favorite team? You don't need to be nude to create a sexy boudoir look. Sexy high heels, boots, hats, and stockings are great accessories to think about when you're shopping for the perfect look. Still not sure what to wear? Don't worry, I have a lingerie wardrobe, and we're sure to find something that works for you!

Choose accessories that compliment you

Do you have gorgeous blue eyes? Why not get some sky-colored bracelets or earrings that are really going to bring out those baby blues? A lot of women are understandably uncomfortable doing this kind of shoot. You want to buy items that are going to bring out your best features, and make you feel confident in front of the camera. If you absolutely love your legs, try a pair of fishnet stockings to add a more exotic look to your outfit.

Get dolled up!

It's not essential, but it's definitely recommended to get your makeup and hair professionally done. Not to worry, I offer professional hair and makeup! This is going make you feel and look your best, and you're going to shine in front of that camera!

My job as your photographer is to make you feel as comfortable as possible during your shoot. I want to make you feel beautiful and sexy, and provide you with stunning photos. Also, I want you to have FUN during your shoot. Let my all-female staff, and myself, work with you to help you find the look you're most comfortable with, that's going to give you some dazzling photos to show off!

Utah lingerie photography is a classy way to show your groom the sexy side of you.  Your bridal boudoir pictures is a wedding present that shows off sexy features of you in a tasteful fashion.

Posing in this fashion requires confidence, comfort and bravery.  Confidence because the photo will look amazing if you do and stiff if you don't, comfort because you must click with your photographer, and bravery because you will have to show some skin in front of a camera and photographer. In addition to lingerie, there's other things you can bring to the shoot.

• Veil
• Garter
• Wedding shoes
• Flowers
• Rose Petals
  
  
  
  

  Make sure you bring more than one outfit.  You may not like the way you look in the first one, so you have the option to change.  Bring at least a light color, a dark color and a vivid color.  You are involved in the process from beginning to end, and we are dedicated to making the shoot exactly the way you want it to be.

Very often, when clients begin shopping and preparing for their boudoir photo session, they turn to gentlemen's magazines and lingerie catalogues as guides for what to wear and how to pose.  These resources are a great start, but I would encourage women to also consider looking at models and fashion from different eras for inspiration.  Seeing how our perception of beauty has evolved and changed over the years can give us even more ideas because it makes us aware of how many ways different ways there are to be beautiful.  So, when planning the look for your boudoir photography session, why not draw some inspiration from the great beauties and trends of the past? 

1960's

Channel your inner flower child with a sheer peasant top that exposes your shoulders.  Wear a garland of wild flowers in your loose hair for a flowing yet feral look.  If you prefer the mod look of the early 60's, consider a flipped bouffant hairstyle.  Mod make up was all about the eyes; imitate Twiggy's look with false eyelashes and mascara.  Lastly, base your attire on the psychedelic colors of this era.      

1950's

This era introduced us to bombshells like Marilyn Monroe.  To achieve this look, style your hair in bouncy curls.  Choose soft pastel colors for your make up.  Complete the look with dresses and negligees that emphasize your curves.  Waist cinchers and padded bras can also help you create an hourglass figure.

1940's

Vixens like Bettie Page first emerged during the 40's.  Search for thrift stores for the vintage bathing suits and lingerie made famous by these pinup girls.  Halter style tops were particularly popular in bathing suits and dresses. For your make up, make red full lips the primary focus. Hair can be styled in one of the intricate up dos like Victory rolls or left down like Veronica Lake's. 

1920's

Nothing is embodies the spirit of the 1920's than the flapper.  This was an era of decadence, so select garments made of luxurious fabrics like satin or silk.  Long pearls and diamond jewelry are also a nice touch.  Keep your makeup dark and vampy with smoky eyes and deep colored lips.  Apply lipstick in the shape of a cupid's bow.           

Boudoir photo shoots are on the rise, especially as wedding and anniversary gifts. If you are considering a boudoir shoot, or have one scheduled here are some boudoir: outfit ideas and shopping tips.

• Consider bringing something that belongs to your fiancee or husband. A favorite shirt, jersey, hat, or even just his tie.
• A sexy cocktail dress can be the perfect option if you're not certain how x-rated you want your photos to be.
• Consider the corset, but don't feel confined to it. While the corset is the classic choice, they aren't known for being comfortable. If you do go this route a tip, wait until you arrive at the photo shoot to change, corsets can and will leave lines on your body.
• Baby dolls, sexy and sweet all in one package baby dolls can be a great outfit choice. As an extra bonus, if you have insecurities about your abdomen, baby dolls provide coverage in all the right places!
• Bras, Panties and Bustiers oh my! There is a reason an old stand by becomes an old stand by, what man wouldn't love photos of his love in a selection of these sexy little things.
• If you are planning on buying new lingerie check out the selections at a variety of stores such as Victoria's Secret or Fredrick's of Hollywood. Shop around and find what you like.
• Your favorite lounge-wear. Have a zip up sweatshirt you wear every weekend? Or maybe a old worn out pair of jeans you still love. Comfy casual can be sexy too!
• Nothing at all, after all what could your man find sexier on you than nothing at all!
• Take a second to contemplate props. This can range from something sweet like a teddy bear, to something a little more sexy like a pair off ultra high heals, to something romantic like your wedding rings, or even something a little more x-rated.

Woohoo!  It's finally summer and I'm now shooting sexy swim suit sessions at the Great Salt Lake.  Check out Brooke's photo shoot and the outfits we selected for her swim 2014 shoot.

by Opie Janzer

We've been planning this Geisha themed boudoir shoot for over a year now.  It's hard to time shooting with cherry blossoms since they are only available for one week out of the year.  I purchase the hot pink and light blue lingerie a year ago and was never able to find a model for our shoot.  Then 4 weeks ago Natasha comes into the studio and does a boudoir shoot with me.  After the shoot I begged her to be my Geisha.  We did this entire shoot at high noon and it was icy cold.

Makeup - Kristen Packard
Hair - Kali Wengreen
Lingerie - Agent Provocateur
Photography - Boudoir by Opie
Hair Clips - Etsy

[boudoir: outfit recommendations]

Many people think that boudoir photography is all about lingerie or nudity (or near nudity). In fact, while most men do find lingerie attractive, something that drives them a little more wild is to see you in something of theirs. Climb into his old college T-shirt and give him that pin-up girl wink and see what happens!

But why stop there? Men can sometimes be very territorial. What's theirs is theirs. But you have special privileges, so feel free to raid his closet for your boudoir photography outfit.

Work

Imagine what will be going through his mind when he sees a picture of you wearing, say, his hard-hat and denim shirt, maybe with a strategically (and playfully) placed tool belt. If he's from the professional set, a plain old white button-up shirt can suddenly take on an aura of spice, especially if you can combine it with his favorite "power tie"! And the possibilities for a lab coat are endless...

Duty

Do you love a man in uniform? Police, paramedic, or firefighter, or soldier, sailor, or airman, a uniform can be a tantalizing outfit for a little sexy photography. It's a wonderful way to show him that you not only appreciate him, but also what he does for those who need him!

Play

You may lose him to the TV or the stadium during certain seasons, but he'll never lose you! A jersey from his favorite team should be in any man's wardrobe and can show him that you love everything about him, even when he's bouncing up off the sofa whooping and hooting about his team's victory. It can also make sure that when he puts his "lucky team shirt" on, his mind just might start wandering to that special photo!

Let's Face It, Ladies...

Check out Capri in this stunning green evening gown we rented from RENTTHERUNWAY.COM.

-Opie Janzer