Preparing for your session

Clothing doesn't need to be elaborate. In fact, simpler is often better.

Textures tend to photograph beautifully — lace, linen, denim, wool, soft cotton. Neutral tones and earthy colors usually work well in the natural light and landscapes around the Olympic Peninsula.

A few general suggestions: avoid clothing with large logos or text, bring one or two options if you're unsure, layers can add variety and movement, and choose pieces you feel comfortable in.

For boudoir sessions, pieces that make you feel confident and relaxed are always the best choice. Lace, soft fabrics, oversized shirts, or simple robes can photograph beautifully.

You don't need professional styling unless you want it.

Most clients simply come as they normally would, perhaps with a little extra attention to details they already enjoy. Natural looks tend to age better in photographs and feel more authentic.

If you do choose professional hair or makeup, try to keep it within a style that still feels like you.

You don't need to know how to pose.

Very few people arrive feeling completely comfortable in front of a camera, and that's completely normal. Sessions are conversational and relaxed, and we usually ease into things gradually.

Most of the time I'm simply watching for moments — the way light falls, a small movement, the way someone settles into a scene. You don't need to perform. Just show up as yourself.

If possible, try to arrive rested and not rushed.

Give yourself a little extra time before the session so you're not arriving stressed from traffic or a busy day. Those small details can make a big difference in how relaxed the session feels.

Morning and evening light often create the most atmospheric photographs, especially outdoors.

Boudoir sessions often bring a mix of excitement and nerves, which is completely normal.

The focus is always on comfort, collaboration, and respect. Nothing is rushed, and we move at whatever pace feels right.

Many people arrive feeling uncertain and leave surprised by how natural the experience felt. Confidence tends to grow as the session unfolds.

Sometimes the smallest details add personality to a session.

A favorite jacket. A meaningful piece of jewelry. A book. A cup of coffee.

Little objects can create natural moments and help the images feel personal.

Living on the Olympic Peninsula means the weather occasionally has its own plans.

Fog, clouds, and soft rain often create beautiful atmospheric light. If conditions truly don't cooperate we can always adjust timing. A little flexibility tends to reward us with better light and better images.

The most important thing you can bring is simply curiosity and openness.

You don't need to know exactly what the photos will look like. Some of the best images come from moments that weren't planned at all. That's part of the process.