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bouquet of spring flowers in pastel pink, yellow, orange, blue, and purple with the words Changes & Growth in the center of the image© Richard Bell Photography, 2021

Growth in Boudoir Photography

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For 2021, I choose three words that I want to guide my focus for this year.... INCLUSION, CREATION, & INNOVATION. I am working through updating the website, social media, and throughout the business to be more accessible, more inclusive,…
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black and white close up of a male in a white unbuttoned shirtmellBella Photography, 2020

What is Boudoir Photography?

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What is Boudoir Photography to me? For starters, I'll tell you what it's not. Boudoir Photography is NOT: just photos in underwear. for women only. lewd, obscene, vulgar, or gross. demeaning or shameful. perfection or what…
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Small Business Saturday 2020

Small Business Saturday Special 2020

We thought about doing a Black Friday Deal, and then decided not to. So instead we're doing a Small Business Saturday Special. Be sure to follow the directions to get the deal. Here's what to do: 1. Donate to the Community…
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Tips & Education

One Image Wednesday – Fake Eyelashes

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It's time for One Image Wednesday again at mellBella. Let's talk fake eye lashes. They are a great way to emphasize your eyes and complete your look. Make sure to bring a pair with you for your session, or you can purchase a set from our stylist.…
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One Image Wednesday – Accessorize

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When thinking about what to wear for your boudoir session, accessories are a great way to change up your look from the typical bra and panty sets. This Bella rocked our rhinestone mask with our black tulle skirt. Both are available in our mellBella…
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One Image Wednesday- Bridal Boudoir

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One Image Wednesday is all about Bridal Boudoir Photography. What is it? Several of our Bellas are creating the Best. Groom's. Gift Ever. to surprise their man as a wedding gift! Bridal boudoir is where you incorporate some wedding elements…
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Tips & Education

The Real Story

The Real Story

Boudoir FAQ

Boudoir Q & A Podcast

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Mell Bell and Wanda and I were recently on a Podcast. And not just any old Podcast but it was Weddings from the Pros!!! A local and amazing Podcast filled with lots of great info for wedding planning, but of course, we put on our spin on…
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with love from Mell and Wanda

2020 New Year

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Happy New Year from mellBella! It's 2020. It's a new year and with that it means there fresh excitement for change, hope, and love. For growing, dreaming and achieving, building a better world filled with justice and love, making positive…
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jennifer she's my hero december 3mellBella Photography, 2018

She’s My Hero- December

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As we come to the end of the calendar introductions, we couldn't imagine a nicer person than Jennifer to end the year with. Meet Jennifer. She will be December in the She's My Hero Calendar. Jennifer succeeds at two demanding jobs. She is a…
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