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Capturing Empowerment: Through the Lens of a Burlesque Photographer
In the enchanting world of burlesque, where sequins meet seduction, I find myself behind the lens, capturing the unfiltered essence of performers. Welcome to my world, where my Montreal boudoir studio becomes a stage for empowerment and self-expression, where my job is to tell a story through lighting, costuming and pose.
Ruby Valentine Modern Film Noir
Ruby Valentine is a fabulous make-up artist and hair stylist that I do all my vintage photoshoots with. Not only is an amazing artist, she also freelances as a Pin-Up model. With her raven hair, pale skin and love of red lips, I knew I had to do a Vintage Film Noir inspired photoshoot with her.
The Fabulous Frenchy Jones
I just adore Frenchy. I’ve known her for over 15 years and she’s one of the sweetest, most supportive people that I know. She’s always had a passion for the Burlesque community and I was just so excited that she is the new owner of The Wiggle Room.
Getting Wet in the Name of Art
One unique and liberating way to showcase personal confidence and beauty is through a shower photoshoot concept. It’s all about capturing a raw and authentic moment, allowing your natural self to shine through.
Red Hot Boudoir
This was just my 2nd photoshoot in my new Boudoir & Glamour studio on the Lachine Canal in Montreal and I could not be happier with the results! I’ve photographed Chrissy a few times over the year but we always played it a little safe. Well, those day are over, this mom wanted something spicy and red hot.
New Montreal Boudoir & Glamour Studio
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losing yourself in love
When was the last time you did something just for you? We want our partners, our friends, our families to be happy so much so that we’re constantly compromising. It starts small, but overtime it builds up. When you look in the mirror, do you wonder where that inner wild child has gone?
Rosé Bridal Boudoir
I love shooting Bridal Boudoir because it can be so soft and feminine (although it doesn’t have to be). It’s also fun to add something new, something borrowed and something blue. It’s also exciting to know how much the groom is going to love the final photos when he receives them on his wedding day.
Film Noir Meets Modern Tattoos
I don’t often get to share the final photos never mind the behind the scene video of my client talking about her experience. But with the amazing Beth, I get to do both! The shoot concept she gave me was Femme Fatale meets Gothic with a Modern Twist. She wanted the photos to be sexy and artistic and completely trusted me in whatever I wanted to create. I was beyond excited and couldn’t wait to work with her.
A creative mind
Alana Barrell is not a typical artist. She has a mind like no other and the beautiful paintings she creates are an expression of her unique outlook on life. It’s in part due to being raised in South Africa, Singapore, Ethiopia, and Brunei throughout her childhood, but it’s in part due to the fact that she lives with schizophrenia.
Elle Diabloe’s Fantasy Forest
Doing a smoke-bomb photoshoot can be intimidating but the smoke did not phase her at all. Working with smoke-bombs can be challenging but the rewards are more than worth it. The results can be one of a kind art pieces that capture a level of mystery while also making you feel completely free.
Hotel Room Vamp
Depending on the photoshoot concept I will choose the perfect location. For this concept, I wanted something dark and vampy and that needed a more salacious hotel room. When I saw this space with the dark red curtains and matching carpet, I knew it would be perfect. The fabulous burlesque performer Mia Culpa really embodied the whole vamp feeling I wanted to create in these images.
Glam Day for Mom
This beautiful, hard working mom was gifted a photoshoot from her wonderful partner so she could have a day that was just about her. The concept was vintage meets modern, my absolute favourite style to photograph. Soft, sensual and playful were the words of the day.
Playful burlesque pin-up
Feathers, tulle and a vintage aesthetic is one of my favourite kind of photoshoots to do. The moment I met burlesque performer, Satin Simone, I knew she was a combination of Brigitte Bardot and Marilyn Monroe.
New client area
I created a private page that all my clients will have access to that lists all the things necessary to have a successful photoshoot
Gothic vibes Inspiration
“It’s just, I wish I had more time to seek out the dark forces and join their hellish crusade.” - Morticia Addams
vintage meets modern boudoir
I love when vintage meets modern in fashion, in life and especially in a photoshoot. This shoot combined a touch of the vintage pin-up found in ‘70s Playboy magazines combined with modern day sensibilities.
Fetish Magazine Cover Shoot
When I first started photography 16 years ago, a lot of my models and clients were part of the fetish scene because boudoir photography was considered to be outrageous back then. That sounds crazy now, but it took many years for the idea of posing in your lingerie to be popular. Of course I loved the fetish scene because I love corsets, leather, high heels and any excuse to create interesting art. And when I start liking a subject, I start researching everything about it.
Flower power
I think my new favourite saying is, “There’s magic in chaos” and nothing could describe this shoot more accurately. For those who don’t know me, I like to plan out every possible detail of a photoshoot. That being said, when I’ve worked with someone as long as I have with Christelle Souverbie, I like to go with the flow and see where the wind takes us.