By: Molly Keyser of Molly Marie Boudoir
The Divas have so graciously asked me to tell you all a bit about boudoir marathons! More specifically what a boudoir marathon is like with Molly Marie Boudoir. So, what is a boudoir marathon you may ask? Marathons are a day planned exclusively around making each and every woman that books a session feel as beautiful and sexy as possible. These marathons take place in a fancy hotel room, which is included in your session fee with your boudoir photographer. Many women like to book marathons because the fancy room is included, and then they also have the option to book back-to-back sessions with their girlfriends! Boudoir marathons generally take place around holidays (perfect for presents!) and it gives gals a full day to feel beautiful!
I start out by researching interesting hotels in the areas where I plan on having my marathons. I look for hotel rooms that are outside the norm; rooms with personality that can be transformed into beautiful backdrops. For example, I found a room at a local hotel that had a Parisian Room. So, I had a Paris-themed Boudoir Marathon! All the ladies loved the room, feeling like they were in Paris, and all the props in the room made the photos that much more unique and sexy.
I then find out the hotels check-in/check-out times and plan out a schedule of 1-1/2 hour slots throughout the day. I do 1-1/2 hour time slots for several reasons. First off, I want my clients to walk in, relax, and have fun. I want there to be enough time for hair and makeup, and then the main even – the shoot – without my clients feeling rushed at all. When a client walks in the door, she gets her hair and makeup done by a local professional hair and makeup artist, which is included in the price! I also send out a questionnaire beforehand that many of my clients find extremely helpful – this helps me tailor the shoot to each individual. Some women just leave it up to me, and others have very specific idea, such as a pinup shoot. Either way is perfectly fine! I want your shoot to be the most relaxed, fun, and personable experience it can be!
Speaking of relaxing, many women mention how hard it is for them to relax prior to the shoot. I will admit that most of my clients do feel a little nervous until they meet me. Once they meet me, we start chatting and working together, they always tell me they feel so at ease. Although you have nothing to be nervous about, I still try to prepare to calm your nerves as much as possible. I have some music videos playing on the TV, we listen to fun music (I also allow clients to bring in their own), and we have just an all around FUN time!
When its all said and done, what my clients can’t wait for is the finished product. I allow about a 5 to 14 day turnaround time, but for the people who just can’t wait, I always have a sneak peak preview on my blog. Please feel free to check out my website and blog – I can only hope this little article helps persuade all the women reading that they too need to do a boudoir shoot!
Article & photos by Molly Keyser of Molly Marie Boudoir
