Back in the days of 35mm film, I was an avid amatuer photographer. I did a lot of landscapes, cars, aircraft and model sessions in the studio. Every now and then, when I could afford it with a young family, I treated myself to a studio session with a model working with that studio.There were loads as this was the days of Page 3 and many young ladies wanted to be the next Sam Fox or Linda Lusardi. Later I did some sessions with true amatuers that came to me through friends and colleagues. I always found boudoir photos had to be based on what the girl or woman felt comfortable doing and not pushing her boudaries. I always started fully clothed. I always asked them to come braless so no deep marks from lingerie. Progressing through initial cleavage to hand bra, side boob, then to full topless. Changes of clothes made the model feel at ease as always asked them to briing their favourite blouse, top, evening dress, lingerie etc. I would sometimes through in a mans jacket or shirt. I hope this helps budding boudoir photographers and models. Be guided by what the model is prepared to do, encourage, praise, tell them how gorgeous they look etc, be patient and don't try to persuade them to go beyond their absolute boudary. The firm No is final. I hope this helps budding boudoir photographers and models. Moderators cut if too long for a post please.
