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“Why Not Me?” - Ms. Midtown
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

“Why Not Me?” - Ms. Midtown

She almost booked two years ago. She hovered over the button… but talked herself out of it. The timing didn’t feel right. She wasn’t sure if she felt ready. But that feeling never really went away. It lingered. And one day, she finally said, “Why not me?”

Here’s what she had to say about finally stepping in front of the camera and choosing herself:

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Camo And Curves: Sydney
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Camo And Curves: Sydney

There are some sessions that just stick with you - and Sydney’s was absolutely one of them. She came in ready to reconnect with herself, to do something just for her, and to feel that fire again. And friend, she brought the kind of glow that filled the whole studio.

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From Nervous To Confident: Miss Smiley
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

From Nervous To Confident: Miss Smiley

When Miss Smiley booked her session, it wasn’t about anyone else - it was finally about her. She spends so much of her life doing for others, but deep down, she was craving a moment to feel seen again. To feel beautiful. To feel like herself.

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Boudoir Has No Age: This Is 84 - Lois
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Boudoir Has No Age: This Is 84 - Lois

At 84 years old, Lois – aka "Nana" – stepped into our studio unsure if she'd go through with it. She’d come along for the experience, not expecting to be the one in front of the camera. Surrounded by the warmth of our team, she found the courage to step out of her comfort zone… and into something completely unforgettable.

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Boudoir x2: Melissa
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Boudoir x2: Melissa

When Melissa booked her first shoot, she told herself it would be something fun for her boyfriend. But as the day unfolded, she realized how much she needed it too. This experience became less about the photos he’d get to enjoy, and more about the way she saw herself afterward. She drove 3.5 hours to be here, trusted us again for round two, and even added the wet set, upgraded her album, and added wall art - because some reminders are worth seeing every single day.

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Bridal Boudoir: The Future Mrs.
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Bridal Boudoir: The Future Mrs.

Ms. Bride booked her session way back in January with one intention: to create something intimate, romantic, and personal for her soon-to-be husband. 💍

She came prepared with her heels, his tie, and a string of pearls - tiny details that held so much heart. Her experience, straight from the bride herself:

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From Solo to Power Couple: Maryssa
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

From Solo to Power Couple: Maryssa

Round 3️⃣ for this babe - because once you feel THAT kind of confidence, you want it again. And again. And again.

She showed up for HER. To feel strong. To feel sexy. To feel unstoppable. To step back into her power. The sweetest surprise? Her hubby joined her for a few photos at the end.

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Birthday Boudoir: Lachelle’s Shoot
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Birthday Boudoir: Lachelle’s Shoot

When Lachelle walked in, she wasn’t doing this for anyone else. This session? It was her gift to herself. After years of putting herself last, she finally chose her own damn self - and honestly, watching her step into that kind of power? Unreal.

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Expand & Elevate: Dream Team Retreat
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Expand & Elevate: Dream Team Retreat

Okay, so listen. This year has been all about leveling up - not just in business, but in how I lead, how I connect, and how we show up as a team. So it only felt right to carve out a weekend just for that: connection, creativity, and clarity.

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I Did This for Him, But Ended Up Doing It for Me - Sandy
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

I Did This for Him, But Ended Up Doing It for Me - Sandy

What started as a gift for his birthday turned into something much more, a gift for her too. She didn’t realize it at the time, but booking this session would also a way of finding her spark again. A moment to reconnect with the version of herself that may have faded.

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A Pink Perfect Birthday: Kaylin’s Shoot
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

A Pink Perfect Birthday: Kaylin’s Shoot

What began as a birthday celebration, swiftly transformed into a moment of reigniting her spark. A chance to "get her pink back" (flamingos, anyone?). Much like them, in motherhood, we often forget to nurture ourselves too. But this mama left glowing, more vibrant than ever - neon pink and full of life. Don’t just take it from me, let’s hear from Kaylin herself:

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