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.

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.

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.

A big congratulations to Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière for winning Miss Exotic World at BHOF this year! I met Lou Lou 15 years ago at one of her first burlesque shows when I was just starting out as a photographer. (See our first shoot together at the bottom of this post)

France came to me looking for a photoshoot where she could have a beautiful portrait of herself, be super creative and have great promo images for her burlesque shows. Inspired by her intense magenta hair, I knew we had to make the photos as colourful as possible.

9 Questions about Boudoir Photoshoots that you’ve always wanted to ask but were too embarrassed

Revenge Photoshoot

(noun)re·venge/rəˈvenj/ pho·to shoot/ˈfōdō SHo͞ot/

The process of self exploration during a glamour or boudoir photoshoot after exiting a toxic relationship. The perfect re-entry onto social media that says “F*ck the past & the haters, I’m ready for an exciting new future – done my way.” It’s a coming out party for your bad-a** self.

Behind the scenes of a very witchy smoke-bomb photoshoot with burlesque star, Lou Lou la Duchesse de Riere.

I’ve always wanted to play with smoke bombs, they always looked so cool in photos but I have to admit I was scared at the same time. I didn’t know how I was going to control the smoke, how fast I had to take the photos, if any good images would ever come out or would it just be a messy disaster. It’s a good thing I like challenges and just because I might be nervous about something, doesn’t mean I’m not going to try it.

Why choose when between being feminine & edgy in a burlesque inspired photoshoot when you can do both?

I’ve been a big fan of Cora Harrington, otherwise known as The Lingerie Addict, from the very beginning. So of course I was thrilled that we could finally meet and work together in Los Angeles. What I love so much about this woman is that she has created such an inclusive community for all people who love lingerie.

There are a few photoshoot concepts that I cannot get enough of and gold body paint is one of them. The story behind this shoot was to create a golden goddess from a different time and I think we accomplished it!

Where do you feel most at peace? Is it in a bustling city or do you crave being in nature? If it’s the latter, then a private Forest Boudoir Photoshoot is for you.

This is one of the few moments in life where having zero experience can be a great thing.

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways…

Let us countdown the ways a bridal boudoir photo shoot should be something all brides must-do before the “I do.”