At heart, I am a kid. At play, I am an artist. At work, I'm giving a 100% of who I am to my art. At home, I am a Mom and a wife and an accountant and a nurse and a chauffeur and a cleaning lady and a landscaper and an interior decorator and a chef. I'm not perfect at it, but I work very hard at it everyday.
What you should know about me . . . . . I'm entirely laid back and fun. I like making people laugh. I love a challenge. My artistic eye and penchant for relating to people, I recognize and embrace as my gift. Being a photographer doesn't define who I am, but it certainly has shaped the person I've become. I'm a better person because of my photography and my clients; my muses!
Am I wise? . . . . . I've come so far and gained so much as a person by experiencing the good alongside the bad. I believe that in every obstacle or sticky situation in life, there is an opportunity for growth in some way. That a day not thinking about the future is a day neglected.
I am unique. I am close to my heart. Bottomline, this is me!
Some came for their boyfriends. Two came for their fiance’s one of which is deployed in Iraq. A couple came for a treat for themselves celebrating a special time in their lives. As a boudoir photographer in Raleigh, shooting a specialized brand what I’ve called Vintage Vixens, I realize the value of what I do as a photographic artist, how I’m impacting their lives and more importantly, what these clients do for me.
I had put a shout out in early January seeking my new Vixens to be and I had a nice handful of girls step forward. I love their stories, where they come from, & why they’re doing it. The reasons are great and different. However they all have one thing in common, nerves! I tell all of them that once Margo/Belloviso does her magic they’ll feel differently and the nerves are typically quelled within the first five minutes of shooting.
So below you’ll see Suzi, whose fiance is currently serving our country in Iraq. You’ll meet Tammy, whom you may remember from several months ago. She came back now the second time around to surprise her fiance for Valentine’s Day. There’s also Meagan & Shelly, young friends whom came together to surprise their boyfriends for Valentine’s Day. Saucy and vintage inspired Lisa an older vixen and absolutely gorgeous in her own right, just doing it for herself. And last, but not least, Mandy, a professed plus-size girl who is turning 30 and has a list of things she wants to accomplish and being a vixen was one of them!
I celebrate all of them for all of their own reasons. These boudoir sessions are always so special to me. I love the stories of the women that come before me, the reward is what I do for them and their significant others. I have a feeling I’ll be shooting Vintage Vixens for a long time!
It’s about the time of year again, where the love flows and the fun happens. Playing dress up is incredibly fun for you and a most surprising treat for him. As a leading Raleigh boudoir photographer I can assure you that the decision to do some sexy pics is not always an easy one, but the transformation from your everyday look to total glam girl will have you feeling differently about yourself and about the decision to move forward with the session.
Boudoir photography is the perfect way to surprise him whether it be for Valentine’s Day(see our promo below), his birthday, anniversary, or just for yourself, it’s a treat! The really fun thing about Vintage Vixens is our own special play on what we like to call old Hollywood soul photography. We’re not talking your average day pin up photography. Instead we specialize in portraiture with the look and feel of those glamorous Hollywood pictures; YOU as fine art!
Everyone is in the same boat. As women we’re all quick to point out our flaws and focus only on them. We all have them and need to get over them fast. No one is perfect and everyone who enters my studio on portrait day is nervous. Common denominator: what they soon learn is that it’s just fun girl time. That first hour and a half spent with us, getting your hair and makeup done is sure to put you at ease.
We look forward to having you in studio this Valentine’s Day season. Please check out our fantastic promo below.
$595 includes your hair&makeup, honeybook with 5 pictures, and a disc of your pics, WHOA! This is a first for us. A super fun perk for having a session with us. Looking forward to having you. NOW BOOKING!
She traveled to me from VA. A good friend of another one of my Vintage Vixens, Tammy, the two are both from military backgrounds. She proclaimed to me that when the men are deployed they hit the gym and so do we! And, well, I guess get some hot, sexy pics taken. Once again, major props to Margo my hair and makeup artist extraordinaire of Belloviso for the transformation.
Look closely. No photoshop done on those gorgeous eyes! Yes, Sarah has one gorgeous green eye and one of a rich amber brown. WOW! It runs in her family.
A friend of one of my former brides, Tammy has been following the Vintage Vixen brand for a while now and asking questions periodically. I knew it was only a matter of time before she landed in studio for her own Vintage Vixens session.
She really inspired me with her line of dresses(reminiscent of Old Hollywood fashion, not necessarily vintage) that she brought in for her session. I like different things. It keeps my shooting fresh and new for all of my clients.
Below are some scenes from our session together. It was a blast, Tammy. Looking forward to having you as a bride one day, too!
OK, so is this girl not a cross between Jessica Alba, Alicia Keys, & Alyssa Milano? I’m so blessed with really fundamentally attractive women to shoot. My Margo, owner and chief artist of Belloviso is the transformation lady extraordinaire and I hold her on a pedestal as an essential part of the Vintage Vixens Session. Nonetheless, however gorgeous Marie is, what’s most important is that these girls are comfortable and relaxed during their session. I had nothing to worry about in this case. A surprise for her fiance on their wedding night, her honeybook is complete with really pretty images.
Such a cool girl! She was a referral from one of my other former Vintage Vixens, Robin. Tamitha had several reschedules due to her crazy work schedule, but she finally made her way down from Washington, DC in early April.
She’s entirely laid back and fun and we had a great time playing around. She opted for a full VV experience which allows for multiple outfits, set changes, and looks to complete a true diva session. It’s a little surprise so shhhhhh! She told her hubby she was coming down for one of those ‘home parties’. Hmmmm? I think he bought the bait. Their anniversary is this weekend and he’s being presented with a sweet little Honeybook!
For a fun little play session. I had recently bought some new props from the one and only IKEA and I was anxious to play around a bit. Jenna’s a classic and pure joy to work with. She’s vintage and she’s a vixen. Below is a collection of my favorite images. Old Hollywood glam, eh? Yeah, she pulled it off.
A tremendous thank you to my studio neighbor, Jewel’s Formals on Third Street in Smithfield. They lent me two gorgeous gowns for the occasion. Much appreciated. And anyone looking for a totally glam gown, be sure to visit them.
Well I can’t divulge the full information regarding our recent Vintage Vixens session, but I can tell you that the editorial piece is what I am so excited about!
Kasey is a burst of fresh California air. She trotted into my studio with a large suitcase and a pan of oversized cupcakes raring to go for our shoot.
The session to be one of my full sessions included all of the bells and whistles, including gorgeous glam jewelry donated by no other than Bailey\’s Fine Jewelry of Raleigh, Cameron Village. The hair and makeup of course by my wonderful artist extraordinaire, Margo of Belloviso left us with some amazing looks. Beverly Hills chic pulled back ponytail, to Old Hollywood glam, to cute girl next door with cupcakes. It was a session chock full of sweetness all the way around, cupcakes included!
Well, I had a wonderful phone consultation and after an hour of bonding through art, I was totally sold on her as a person. She’s lovely, effervescent, quirky, and the girl gets my props for her PROPS.
Having shopped all over the world for some of the most eclectic ensembles, such places including Italy, Paris, and Vegas, I knew I was in for a treat when her hubby rolled in two large suitcases, two shopping bags, among others. It was evident from the get go that this was going to be no ordinary session for me for many reasons; artistically and spiritually.
Sarah has recently been diagnosed with a rare brain cancer. She admits being a fighter and you feel it once around her. I was moved by her will and determination. She had this uncanny ability to separate all that she’s going through right now and just truly get down and have fun with her session. She was just pure joy to be with and I learned that even in the face of hardship there is still laughter and celebration to be had. I carry that feeling with me now and I understand how what I am doing is so meaningful to me and others; that we truly are sharing and learning from each other. I truly love all the personalities I meet and that we’re able to laugh and celebrate life, albeit as strangers, in the end blossoming into friends.
Sarah, you have nothing but my deepest blessings and prayers for your health. Go get it, girl!!
