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Why Book A Boudoir Session- To Remember

Boudoir, Frontpage Article
A client once shared with me right before her boudoir session that she wanted to REMEMBER who she was. She shared some difficult things she had been dealing with and what she had forgotten. The day-to-day can weigh on us which makes it so hard…
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black and white close up of a woman's chest with her left hand and weddings bands in focus© mellBella Photography, 2023

In Her Own Words – Let’s Go

Boudoir, Real Story
For her session, she chose to Add-On our Inferno Wings. They are 6 1/2 foot fierce, bold, and powerful with ostrich feathers. I love how them move and add such a moody prop to the boudoir portraits. Here's what she had to say about her experience…
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Bright Pink Gradient to Purple to Blue Background with the text "Work In Progress" in black letters on yellow caution tape. The top left icon is a head with a heart inside of it, and the bottom icon is a heart with a plant growing inside of it.

2023 Intentions- Work In Progress

Boudoir
Obviously, I've never had much luck with New Year's Resolutions (especially as I'm FINALLY writing this at the end of March). Every year though, I like to choose a few words that I want to remember or be my theme for the year. Honestly, I couldn't…
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Tips & Education

What to Wear Not Your Typical Looks

What To Wear For Your Boudoir Shoot– Top 10 ‘Not Your Typical’ Looks

Boudoir, mellBella Closet, Pinup, What to Wear
I get asked this question a lot, ... What should I wear at my boudoir photo shoot? A lot of people are familiar with some of the typical lingerie options and accessories (underwear, bra, corset, stilettos, etc.) or possibly simply your birthday…
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One Image Wednesday

One Image Wednesday- Inferno Wings

Boudoir, Products & Sets, What to Wear
Here's a little something new we added to our studio... the Inferno Wings! These gorgeous gray wings can be added on to your session as an additional set. We can set the scene for a moody dark angel or maybe you want something a little more…
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What To Wear Favorite Color

One Image Wednesday- Wear Your Favorite Color

Boudoir, What to Wear
For boudoir, most people think you have to limit your color options to black, white, or red. But who doesn't love wearing their favorite color? Don't be afraid to wear something in yours--whether it be lingerie, a dress, shoes, or maybe…
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Tips & Education

The Real Story

The Real Story

black and white close up of a woman's chest with her left hand and weddings bands in focus© mellBella Photography, 2023

In Her Own Words – Let’s Go

Boudoir, Real Story
For her session, she chose to Add-On our Inferno Wings. They are 6 1/2 foot fierce, bold, and powerful with ostrich feathers. I love how them move and add such a moody prop to the boudoir portraits. Here's what she had to say about her experience…
Read more
https://www.mellbella.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cldu23july28-0036-scaled.jpg 1707 2560 Mell Bell https://www.mellbella.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mell-Redesign-master_Main-Wordmark-for-website-1.png Mell Bell2024-06-10 12:56:292024-06-10 12:56:30In Her Own Words – Let’s Go

2024 and the Inbetween

Real Story
Each year, I chose words for my intentions for the studio because I don't do resolutions. Last year was Work In Progress. 2024 is ACE which stands for Authentic Creative Experimental. Recently, I visited the Caw Caw Interpretive Center…
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Black and White Close Up of a women's face with a reflection to the left. She has pale skin and freckles and her hair is in a 1910s style piled on top of her head. She is looking up with a pensive and somewhat serious look on her face.©mellBella Photography, 2020

Hiding Inside My Body

Boudoir, Real Story
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