When was the last time you did something just for you…
and felt confident and powerful in your own skin?
Boudoir, Branding & Empowerment Photography in Traverse City, MI
This is your confidence era.
This is your permission to be seen, take up space, and feel confident in your body.
This isn't just a photoshoot...it's an experience.
From the fun of planning your dream session, to being pampered, to stepping in front of the camera… it’s playful, empowering, and reconnects you back to your body in a way that feels natural, freeing, and honestly… kind of magical.
After a long time of going back and forth with myself on whether or not I should do this, I took a chance and booked the shoot. I do not regret it one bit. Sarah’s encouraging and emphatic reminders that we owe it to ourselves to do the things that help us feel empowered, strong, and beautiful are what pushed me to take the leap. It was exciting and so much fun! The hair and makeup session with Alli started things off on the right note from the get-go. She is so much fun and the results were perfect. I have never seen myself elevated like that before. Sarah’s work is magic and she was able to help me come out of my shell. She coached out a version of myself that has been locked away for a very long time, a part of me that I thought had disappeared. I have honestly never felt more beautiful in my life. Sarah’s passion and drive to help others is amazing and inspiring. This experience helped me realize that it is absolutely necessary to do the things to pamper ourselves, to take care of ourselves, to enjoy ourselves and have fun. It is ok to invest in ourselves and do things for ourselves. This reminder and the boost in my self-confidence were my biggest takeaways from the experience. I will definitely do it again. And if you’ve been on the fence, like I was, about whether or not to do this, do yourself a favor and say YES! You are so worth it.
I booked a boudoir session for my 30th birthday and it was honestly the best gift I’ve ever given myself. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, hyped up, and completely taken care of. I was definitely a tad nervous going in, but Sarah guided me through every pose, checked in with how I was feeling, and never once made me feel rushed or awkward. The atmosphere was warm, professional, and fun, like hanging out with a friend who just happens to know all your best angles. The hair and makeup were perfect and made me feel like a glammed-up version of myself. And when I saw the photos, I was blown away. They were classy, sexy, and empowering in all the right ways. Doing this shoot for my 30th birthday helped me celebrate my body, my confidence, and this new chapter of my life. If you’ve been on the fence about booking a boudoir session with Sarah, this is your sign: DO IT. You will walk away with stunning photos and a huge boost of self-love.
Sarah is a true professional from start to finish. She is an expert at making you feel your best and most vivacious version of yourself. I highly recommend her and the experience of being a goddess!!
The Experience
You walk in → music playing → vibe set just for you
You don’t need to know how to pose.
You don’t need to feel ready.
You don’t need to change a single thing about yourself.
You just show up.
✨ I guide you through every pose
✨ You’re supported the entire time
✨ We laugh, hype you up, and create magic
And then…
👉 you see your images the SAME DAY
No waiting. No guessing. No anxiety spiral.
Included:
Hair & Makeup
Your boudoir experience starts with a 1.5 hour session of hair & makeup. Whether you want a natural or full glam look, our artists are the best in the industry. Arrive in comfy clothes with your hair dry and we'll take it from there!
Multiple Sets/ Outfits
We'll spend 1.5 hours creating magic with 3 different sets / outfits. We love to start each set with layers to create variety, to reveal more underneath. Our studio is filled with lots of backdrops, furniture and props to play with.
Styling
We suggest bringing some of your favorite items and ones that make you feel super good! Just in case, we have a client wardrobe full of gorgeous lingerie, robes, fur coats, jewerly, props and more!
Gorgeous Products
While your package does include some photos, you'll have the opportunity to upgrade your package to a beautiful Album or Wall Art.
PRODUCT PRICES STARTING AT $685
FAQs
What do I wear?
Anything that makes you feel good.
Lingerie, bodysuits, oversized sweaters, a white sheet, nothing at all—we’ll talk through all of it.
You’ll also have access to my client closet (sizes XS–4X), so you don’t have to stress about buying a bunch of things.
Do you offer hair and makeup?
Professional hair + makeup is available to add on, and I highly recommend it—not just for how you look, but for how you feel walking into your session.
It’s part of the whole “this is my moment” energy.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, absolutely.
I offer flexible payment options so you don’t have to put this off or feel like it’s out of reach.
We’ll find something that works for you.
You have lots options - Affirm, Klarna, AfterPay, PayPal Credit
Do I get to choose my images?
Yes!
We will take a short break after your shoot. You’ll come back to the studio for your reveal, SAME DAY, where you’ll see your images and choose your favorites.
This is one of the most powerful parts of the whole experience… seeing yourself in a completely different way.
Will my photos be shared?
Only if you say yes.
Your privacy is incredibly important to me, and nothing is ever shared without your full, written permission.
This experience is yours.
What if I’ve been thinking about this forever but keep talking myself out of it?
Then this is your sign.
Seriously.
There will always be a reason to wait.
Life will always be busy.
Your brain will always try to play it safe.
But the women who do this?
They’re the ones who decided to stop waiting.
IS THIS RIGHT FOR ME?
If you’re craving:
confidence
a reset
a moment that’s just for you
or a reminder of who you are
Then yes… this is for you.
What if I want to do this… but I keep talking myself out of it?
Then this isn’t a confidence issue.
It’s a pattern.
And I say that with love.
Because at some point, you have to decide you’re done waiting for the “perfect time”… and become the woman who just goes for it.
This could be that moment.
What if I don’t recognize myself in the photos?
That’s kind of the point. Not in a fake, overly edited way…
but in a “holy shit… that’s really me?” kind of way.
Because the version of you you see every day? She’s filtered through doubt, comparison, and overthinking.
I’m here to show you what’s actually there.
What if I feel selfish spending money on this?
Let me gently call that out…
You invest in everyone else without question.
Time. Energy. Money. Effort.
But when it comes to yourself?
Suddenly it feels like “too much.”
This isn’t selfish.
This is you finally putting yourself on your own list.
What if now just isn’t the right time?
Totally fair question. But let’s be honest…
When is life not busy?
When do things magically slow down?
When does your brain stop overthinking?
Waiting feels safe. But it also keeps you exactly where you are.
What if I book… and then panic?
You might.
And then you’ll show up anyway.
And that?
That’s the moment everything shifts.
Not when you feel ready…
but when you decide you’re doing it anyway.
PLUS, all you have to do is walk through the door and we will take care of the rest.
What if I actually deserve this?
You do.
End of story. 💋
I have a gift for you!
Fill out the info below, and when you come in for your shoot we'll gift you two digital files as a gift, a $100 value.
Here you will include what you are offering them if they decide to opt-in and give you their information. You could offer more digitals in their package or $$ off if they book a photo shoot. Get creative!
Our private studio is located in
Traverse City, MI
Honey you're worth it!
It's time for you to treat yourself to a powerful experience that you will remember for a lifetime.
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