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Heidi’s Back… And Hotter Than Ever: #3
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Heidi’s Back… And Hotter Than Ever: #3

Heidi’s no stranger around here - this was her third shoot with us, and every single time she walks through the door, she brings the best energy. 🖤 This time around, her husband had just bought an old car and wanted her to do a shoot with it… and of course, she was so in. But I’ll let Heidi tell you the rest:

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From Nerves to Knockout: Megan
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

From Nerves to Knockout: Megan

Megan had been on our calendar for over a year, waiting for the day. Her day. After a sleepless night of nerves, she made the hour drive to the studio, ready to shake off the mom-hat for a little while and just be herself. Her sexy, confident, beautiful self. Let’s hear it from the woman of the hour:

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Scars, Strength, and Self-Love: Tink
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Scars, Strength, and Self-Love: Tink

After more than a year of waiting, her session day finally arrived. She walked in with nerves buzzing, unsure of how it would all unfold, but ready to trust the process. After seeing so many women leave this studio glowing, she hoped she might finally feel that way too. Here’s her story, in her own words:

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A Birthday Boudoir Shoot: Miss 25
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

A Birthday Boudoir Shoot: Miss 25

Miss 25 booked her session back in February as a birthday gift to herself, and after five months of waiting she finally stepped into the studio this July. Nervous? Absolutely. Excited? Even more.

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Healing Body Image: Annie
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Healing Body Image: Annie

Annie didn’t book this session because she suddenly felt confident. She booked it despite the doubt. Despite years of comments, opinions, and beliefs that made her question her worth. This was her way of reclaiming that narrative.

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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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Postpartum and Powerful: Anissa
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Postpartum and Powerful: Anissa

Anissa found us on TikTok, freshly postpartum and craving something just for her. After pouring so much love into everyone else, she decided it was finally time to pour a little back into herself. And babe - she did not hold back. Here’s what she had to say about her experience:

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Miss S: Back For Seconds
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

Miss S: Back For Seconds

Miss S is backkkk - and this time she brought the confidence, the sass, and the bunny ears. For her second session, she hit up the Retro Room, along with our exclusive Bunny Babe set (yes girl, yessss).

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New Heights in Boudoir: My Mentor Weekend
Julie Shetler Julie Shetler

New Heights in Boudoir: My Mentor Weekend

Hey friend! I’ve been up to a lot of new, exciting things that I just can’t NOT share with you. So for me, the beginning of the year is all about expansion. Leveling up the business. As a part of this, every year I fly out a mentor photographer to elevate my game.

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