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Expertise While that decision-making process is complicated, the hardest part is choosing your photographer. There are many parts to selecting who would be your best fit. At the very top of your list should be knowledge/expertise. I have been a professional photographer for the last 13 years, with 7 of them being exclusively boudoir. By […]

It’s always a pleasure when clients come in time and time again for a session with me. This is fourth session with me. The camera absolutely adores her and I can see why! I am in love with this new scene at Marlayne Larsen Boudoir Artistry. It’s our bar/pool table scene. We have several add […]

It can be unnerving when thinking about getting half naked in front of strangers while trying to be sexy and seductive. Miss C has had a few sessions with us and she finally built up the confidence to go a little more risque. The bondage sessions are sensual, erotic, and make you feel incredibly sexy. […]

I was so nervous about this session. I’m not someone who enjoys having their photo taken in general. I’ve always felt awkward and Ive never enjoyed how I look in photos. The thing I loved best about my boudoir experience was that Marlayne and Amanda guided me throughout the whole experience. It took very little […]

In third grade, you get your first lessons in genetics. From then on (if not earlier), you begin to identify with your ethnicity.  But Miss C is biracial and never felt she fit into either of those identities because she did not look like anyone else she knew. Instead, she felt like an outcast and […]

Were you nervous about your session? I was so incredibly nervous about my session. I think I did my nails like 3 different times in the days prior, my hair…I can’t even tell you how many times I went over it with a straightener to try and make sure it was prime for curling, and […]

*Trigger warning* this post has many controversial topics. It is the story of one of my clients. It does not reflect my personal beliefs, nor am I here to pass judgment on my clients. My business is to empower women, and I pride myself on supporting women in all walks of life. BACKSTORY Miss C […]

There is No Wrong or Right Way to Experience Boudoir Photography It is practically within our nature as human beings to compare ourselves to others, even though it is one of the worst things we can do for our mental health. More often than not, it is aimed at our physical appearance. But when geared […]

Were you nervous about your session? 1,000% Yes! What did you like best about your boudoir experience? I liked how Professional Marlayne and Amanda were from beginning to end. You can tell that they have done this for a while and really know how to engage with their customers. Although I had my insecurities about […]

We all know water is vital. But it is hard to imagine why it is so crucial that you drink your recommended daily water intake at least one week before your session. Drinking water will impact your session in various ways. From bettering your internal workings to your outward appearance, it will also help your […]