Amazing Rock Chic Boudoir Session with Aimee
I love feeback! Aimee was an amazing girl and wanted to style her session the way she lives her life being a "Rock Chic". Aimee loves music and rock and roll and her whole session was themed around this look and feel! Check out what Aimee had to say about her session! Amazing!
How old are you?
31
What do you do for a living?
Accounting
What made you decide to do a boudoir session?
I wanted to do something that would try and get me get me out of my comfort zone… I’m trying to get over my anxiety issues, so I’m trying random things (doctor’s advice lol) to put me in uncomfortable situations.
What was your perception about Boudoir before your session?
Positive – I really admire the ladies that do it and think it’s a beautiful form of photography, just never would have imagined it would one day be something I would do!
Did you have fears about committing to a boudoir session?
I was extremely nervous!! And so anxious knowing it would be just me doing a session. I was stressing so much but knew it would be good for me to do something out of my comfort zone and challenge myself. For about the 3 months leading up to it, it was on my mind every single day!
Was the session what you expected it to be or was it more?
In my head I went into this assuming the worst, as in I won’t look good enough, or I’d be terrible at this and Kerry would find it difficult to photograph me. But WOW I was extremely surprised! It was the total opposite! As soon as I arrived, Kerry was just so lovely and so kind, she made me feel comfortable straight away and my anxieties died down. The session was soooooo good! It exceeded any expectations I had! Kerry was so lovely helping me lay out all my outfits, shoes and accessories. Then while my hair and make up was being done we were just constantly chatting, she took all my stress away and it just felt like we’d been friends for ages! Then when the session started, she let me play my own rock music so I could try and get in a ‘rock chick’ mood which was the theme I wanted for the whole session. She was helping direct me in how to sit, lay, facial expressions etc. and all with complete calmness making it so easy and relaxing to be honest! At no point did she ever ask me to be in an uncompromising position, and she would always check that I felt comfortable in every way I sat and or laid down. We had great laughs during the different shoots and I was having a ball! I never thought in my life I’d ever have a great time being in lingerie having photos done and being so relaxed and having fun! Kerry was just the BEST!
What was your favourite part about your boudoir experience?
Absolutely everything was my favourite! But I especially loved how Kerry let me lay out all my outfits, shoes and accessories and she helped me decide what I should match with what outfit or accessories…. Lingerie is definitely something I know nothing about, so she was fantastic helping put together my outfits that made me look the best I could for each shoot! She truly had my best interest at heart at all times, and had my hair done exactly how I had asked, and she did a miracle with my make up! I’ve never ever felt so glammed up! She made me feel so beautiful, and with the shoots she was just so encouraging, especially when I had doubts about my belly or my bottom, she just made me feel so special and comfortable with who I was. Plus I walked out of the session with a huge glow and honestly that session with her has given me a new love for me being me, and less anxiety – I can’t believe how much I gained from this experience… and it is all thanks to the beautiful Kerry! She never ever rushed me, and even when we went overtime she persisted we continue till we were done, she didn’t mind at all about the time, she just wanted to ensure I had the best session I could possibly have. She is truly a remarkable woman! And I can’t thank her enough!!
What was your reaction to your makeup and hair?
It was absolutely spot on!!! I wouldn’t have changed a thing. I had one photo of the hairstyle I wanted and only one photo of the style of make up…. And it was done with perfection! I think it looked better then the pics!! I loved my look sooo much! I told Kerry if I am to get married then she will be the one to do the same style!
Where did you go to source your boudoir outfits?
I purchased my outfits from Honey Birdette and Bras n’ Things. I bought everything new as I had no outfits at all prior to booking the session except my shoes and accessories.
How did you feel when you saw your photographs?
I felt absolutely beautiful!!! And this is rare for me to feel that way! I was so in awe and disbelief that it was actually me I was looking at! Kerry is an absolute magician with the camera! She picked such amazing pictures and I probably could’ve cried with joy knowing they were all me! I will cherish these photos for life! Plus her kind help with helping me pick my outfits and adding particular shoes and accessories where all just spot on!
What advice would you have for other women interested in their own boudoir session?
I would 100% say go for it! I would explain my situation with anxiety, body issues and all, and how something like this can make a HUGE impact on that! But only if it is with Kerry, because I now know what she is capable of and just how much of a beautiful and caring woman she is, with a huge heart. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else, and I will never do another session unless it is with Kerry!! She just makes me feel so good!
Did anything change about the way you see your own beauty and confidence as a result of the session?
Absolutely! I saw myself in a complete different way. I hate having to be in photos so there’s barely any of me in the last few years, so this was a huge eye opener! I definitely feel much more confident afterwards and I certainly don’t think anywhere near as bad thoughts about my body as I have in the past. I definitely feel more proud of who I am as I am.
How did you hear about Kerry Sleeman Photography?
Facebook – The Canberra Notice Board Group
How did you like working with Kerry Sleeman, her team and other Collaboratives before and on the day of your photo shoot?
From the very beginning Kerry was sooo lovely and friendly! She was extremely helpful and always responded to any questions I had and promptly replied to texts and emails. Before I paid my deposit I was still very hesitant, and I sent Kerry a text at about 9:30pm on a Saturday night asking if I could quickly chat to her as I had a lot of questions. She texted right back and told me to call her! And we spoke for just over half an hour! She did this in her own time at a very late hour and didn’t rush me at all! That was so helpful and I started to trust her and the process so I went ahead and paid the deposit a few days later and was locked in. From then on until the session, she was super helpful with everything and no question I had felt like a stupid question! I first met Kerry in person on the day of the shoot and she was just soo friendly and has a nice calm warmth to her which immediately made me feel comfortable. At no point does she ever make you feel less then what you are and she is constantly checking to make sure everything is ok and that I wasn’t feeling uncomfortable about anything. She honestly just felt like a close friend I had for years. I was able to be my absolute self in front of her because she was just extremely pleasant, welcoming and approachable. After the shoot she sent me a photo and told me that the other photos were looking amazing and that she was excited to show me at the reveal, I was so excited! Then at the time of the reveal she showed me everything and WOW she is just magical!!! I honestly could not believe how good she is!!!! She is absolutely amazing at what she does and just soooo talented! Again, she didn’t rush me at all during the reveal and we took our time going over the photos as many times as I’d like. And yet again she was just so calm, warm and so lovely! She has such a huge heart! I felt so comfortable with her and can’t wait to hopefully book more sessions with her, I wouldn’t recommend anyone else or go to anyone else! The confidence she’s given me and the anxiety she was able to ease for me is priceless and no words can explain how grateful I am to have been able to do a session with her, she is just such a beautiful human with our best interests at heart.
Would you do it again and if so would you change anything?
100% I will be doing this again, and then hopefully again and again! I’d love to do the same style if I can get more outfits, or I’d use her for even a couples photo, or any other professional photo I need. I would NOT change a single thing AT ALL!!!
Would you recommend others?
Absolutely without a doubt!! What she does is priceless and I would recommend her to the world if I could! Especially to someone with any body confidence issues or any confidence issues within themselves, or anxiety. This is just a brilliant therapeutic experience which will stay with people for a very long time and only ever have a positive effect and outcome.
What was the intention of the session?
Gift for boyfriend’s birthday
What was the reaction?
He loved it!
Thank you Aimee so much!