Boudoir Sessions are for any lady. For this photo session I worked with Shanie-Lee who is a local Canberra Actress. Shanie-Lee has been in front of the camera for may roles but this one was the biggest and most exciting challenge! Makeup and hair for this session was done by Cassandra Lee MUA. Shanie-Lee Looked amazing for this session! Check out what Shanie-Lee said about her Boudoir experience!
How old are you?
25 Years Old
What do you do for a living?
Governance and Legal Officer. Actress and Model.
What made you decide to do a boudoir session?
For a long time, I have been very uncomfortable with my body, never wanting or letting anybody see me. I saw Kerry’s work and imminently fell in love it. I asked around to find out what kind of a person Kerry was, they all responded with the same thing, to put it into one word it would be AMAZING. I just had to work with her. And it was not one word of a lie. Kerry Sleeman is an amazing photographer, stunning, funny, professional and most of all makes you feel worth it, which is very important for all women.
What was your perception about Boudoir before your session?
100% all positive. I never had anything negative come to me about this shoot and I have very strong gut instincts.
Did you have fears about committing to a boudoir session?
I did, I never thought I would be able to do one in my life. But then I met Kerry and the doubt was gone.
Was the session what you expected it to be or was it more?
It was way more. It very a very enjoyable session and I would do it again in a heartbeat.
What was your favorite part about your boudoir experience?
The whole part, the planning, the meeting, the setup, the makeup, the photography. Seeing each image as they came through. The whole experience was amazing.
What was your reaction to your makeup and hair?
My makeup and hair were done by Cassandra Lee Heath and it was stunning. When I seen my reflection in the mirror I was expecting to see someone I did not recognise as most makeup artists change who you are completely, but Cassandra simply built onto the features I already have. Bringing out the light in my eyes. It was stunning work and I would love to work with her again.
Where did you go to source your boudoir outfits?
Most of the lingerie used in this photo-shoot were from Bras n things.
How did you feel when you saw your photographs?
Comfortable with myself which is something I had never felt before.
What advice would you have for other women interested in their own boudoir session?
I would advise on giving it a go, if they have any feelings of self-doubt, I can assure them, Kerry will make them feel beautiful. Every woman deserves to feel this way.
Did anything change about the way you see your own beauty and confidence as a result of the session?
Yes, it did. I am so much for confident in my own skin now. The only regret I have is not working with Kerry sooner.
How did you hear about Kerry Sleeman Photography?
I found her on Facebook as well as word of mouth from other models in which she has worked with, everyone saying the same thing. YOU MUST WORK WITH KERRY!
How did you like working with Kerry Sleeman, her team and other Collaborative's before and on the day of your photo shoot?
For this particular photo-shoot, we had a team of four, Kerry Sleeman, Cassandra Lee Heath, Allan Mañalac and myself. It was my first time working with the group and everyone was very professional and got along like a house on fire. Each person brought another gift to the team and had ideas to share. It was a fantastic.
Would you do it again and if so would you change anything?
In a heartbeat.
Would you recommend others?
I would recommend all ladies to work with Kerry. Every lady deserves to feel the way she has made me feel.
What was the intention of the session?
It was to help me feel better about me in my own skin.
What was the reaction?
As a model and actress, I don’t think I have ever been able to really portray or pull anything off properly as I was already worried about what I looked like. After working with Kerry, she has made me feel beautiful and conformable with who I am. I’m not afraid anymore.
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