I was Ms. J’s Wedding Photographer, and I was so excited to see her again. This time Ms. J wanted artistic boudoir photos with my classic black and white style. I am always so grateful when my clients come back and want to explore a new side of themselves. This boudoir photoshoot was timeless and…
It’s an extra special day when we get to welcome an expecting mama into our Vancouver Maternity Boudoir Studio. It’s even more special when the person is my dearest second shooter, someone I mentored and a friend! Kim wanted her Vancouver maternity photos to have a sleek editorial vibe, keeping things elegant and timeless, and…
The lovely Ms.C came to Mateus Studios for a Vancouver Classy Boudoir Photoshoot and we had so much fun. It was a big season of her life with a new job and a milestone birthday so we were celebrating! She was also apart of our Fabulous Beyond 40 Exhibition. I always have a ton of…
Meet the incredible Ms.M! This gorgeous human has a condition called alopecia where her immune system attacks her hair follicles and as a result she is bald. Don’t feel bad for her though. She is proud of her beautiful bald black head and is even more proud to show off her overall beauty! Together we…
The lovely Ms. K is a return client having visited my studio previously. This time, we fully embraced and celebrated her beautiful body and co-created a stunning Vancouver Fine Art Nude Photoshoot with an artful approach. Her images are gorgeous, as is she! The last time Ms.K visited Mateus Studios for a Boudoir Photoshoot, she…
What Is Plus Size Boudoir? Plus Size Boudoir – what is it? Well, simply, a woman who is plus size doing a Boudoir Photoshoot. Right? Well, ok. But what exactly does plus size even mean? How do you qualify? I’m a size 12 and definitely curvy and full figured. I’ve got extra bits here and…
Last year I donated a complimentary Vancouver Boudoir Portrait Photoshoot to the BC Women’s Foundation for their fundraising Changemaker’s Market. As you know, I LOVE supporting women! I try to do this in many ways in my life and in my business, including giving back to charitable groups that focus on women. It always feels…
Guest Writer and Artist: Kendra Schellenberg I shot the lovely Kendra in my studio for an Intimate Portrait Boudoir Session in my Vancouver boudoir studio and upon her hiring me, she shared an artistic idea that she wanted to create. But, she needed images of herself to do it. Enter moi! Kendra is so talented…
Friends, meet the lovely Kaitlyn! This photo shoot was a wonderful experience seeing beautiful Kaitlyn recognizing her own beauty and magic (her words) – which is exactly why I do this. While my goal is to empower you, I get so inspired by these empowering moments capturing you and your incredible essence. Being chosen to…
I get asked a lot about what to wear to an intimate portrait photoshoot that I created an entire guide about it. Today, I’d like to do something a little more bold than focus on the actual clothing used for an intimate portrait. I want to talk more about things you can bring to the…