Have a wonderful weekend!
Hope ya get to kick your heels up some and have a little bit of fun!
Make sure to check back on Monday for a special Guest Blogger appearance.
Beauty Products – Foundation
I have long been a fan of Bare Escentuals…love it’s non-messy ease of use, but have found myself longing for a more moisturizing type of foundation that evens out my skin tone more (and maybe hides a few freckles!). I tried a new one from Mac (Studio Sculpt), butI’m not sure I’m absolutely crazy about it.
I just stumbled across this one from Clinique and was wondering if any of you have tried it. It is called Almost Makeup and is supposed to be like a tinted moisturizer but with a little more coverage. Looks like a good day time foundation anyway. Might give me that dewy effect I am looking for, hopefully without settling into my pores.
But then that leaves me wondering what I should use for a more flawless look on nights out? Any suggestions ladies?
What foundations do you use?
Another thing on my makeup radar is this eyeshadow pro palette with eyeshadow refill pans from MAC. I would love the pro palette that holds more shadows but think it would be better to start small since it can get a little pricey. I think the colors below are what I woud start with. What are your favorite shades of MAC eyeshadow?
On My Calendar
Friday, May 29 – Outdoor Portrait Session 10am
Monday, June 1 – Family Portrait Session 8am
Thursday, June 4 – Ginger Boudoir Shoot Ginger Shoot 4pm
Friday, June 5 – Pending Ginger Shoot
Tuesday, June 9 – One Mary Ann Boudoir Shoot 1pm, One Ginger Boudoir Shoot 5pm
Thursday, July 23 – Off to ARUBA for a week!
Still room for more appointments in June and space in early and mid July. Book your appointments now so we can begin planning your creative and glamorous day!
Travel Plans – Book Suggestions
Yesterday I went to the Post Office and applied for a new Passport. Joe and I are going to Aruba in July! I am so excited I can barely contain myself! I haven’t been on a ‘real’ vacation since I went to Milan, Italy in 1999! I am already looking forward to some down-time where I can just do nothing but take in the beautiful scenery and get some reading in. I’ll have lots of time for reading on the flights too, so I am starting to look for some good books to read.
I haven’t been hearing any buzz on good books since Eat, Pray, Love came out. I still haven’t read it. Might be a good one to get for the trip.
The Tori Spelling book looks kind-of sensational in a girly, fabulous way. Might pick that one up too.
Do any of you have any suggestions on a good summer read? I am looking for something fun, inspirational and/or stylish.
undrest. cotton. couture. innerwear.
Just discovered this feminine line of lingerie called Undrest. I think I could lounge in their collections all day everyday…they look so comfy (and still way cute) in 100% Supima Cotton! Make sure to check out their sale for some good deals!
A Few More of Corinna
Here are a couple more colorful shots from my mini portrait session with Corinna Jones recently.
By the way, Corinna is running a wonderful acting class for children weekly in Henderson, NV. She is doing some really exciting things with these classes. For instance, last Saturday she had a casting call for 5 year olds for the new ‘Meet the Fockers’! Corinna is super talented, has such a big heart and is so incredibly good with children!
Here is some more info:
Yellow Rose Academy of Acting is Beginning New Classes VERY SOON!
Call today to reserve your spot!!
Children’s Classes, taught by actress Corinna Jones will be held on Saturdays from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Classes will consist of a 4-6 week curriculum, covering a variety of topics. Class fees will be $65 per lesson, or you can save money by paying for a month in advance for $200. You can audit a class for $20, and this will be deducted from your monthly fee, should you sign up for classes later.
Call Yellow Rose Academy at (702) 547-3668 to reserve your spot today. Class size will be limited to 15 students, to ensure that each student has plenty of individual instruction and camera-time!
Professional actor Corinna Jones will be conducting a series of children’s classes on acting for the camera for the Yellow Rose Academy of Acting on Saturdays, beginning June 6th.
This six-week course is designed for beginner through intermediate child-actors, from 9-15 years-of-age, and will cover on-camera techniques for performance in commercial and the film/TV genre. From cold reading to script-in-hand auditions, participants will learn the skills needed to compete as a professional actor as well as having a lot of fun.
These classes are taught by film & television star Corinna Jones, designed to teach children the basic and advanced techniques of acting skills needed to land roles in movies like The Little Fockers, Disney films and Nickelodeon television. Corinna has a wonderful relationship with all her children, and has the rare ability to make learning fun and exciting for the students.
June Photo Sessions
Lots of inquiries for photo shoots in June. I’m hoping to get confirmations soon so I can get my calendar together and not overbook anyone. And if you are wanting the Ginger package, I need to start booking the suites. June is fast upon us!
Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
Latest Boudoir Shoot – Miss M
Had such a blast photographing Miss M. She did the shoot for her boyfriend’s birthday (lucky him!) and chose my Ginger package and added some extra shooting time as well more ‘looks’. She had so many cute outfit changes to choose from and a perfect little physique! Which one is your favorite shot?
Another Fabulous Shoot
Last Friday I had such a great photo session (Mary Ann package) with the cutest client! She is getting married and wanted to present an album of sexy images to her lucky husband-to-be as a wedding gift. She is a mother of 3, can you believe that?! She sure rocked her shoot! Gorgeous!
I have the BEST Clients
Making my clients happy, makes ME happy. I delivered an album and DVD yesterday to a recent client who did a boudoir shoot with me for her husbands birthday and she (and he) loved it. I feel so blessed to have a career where I get this kind of reaction from people!
Here is what they had to say:
“He LOVES it (boudoir album & DVD)! He was actually speechless…which says alot if you know my husband! He’ll be smiling for months to come. Many thanks!” ~Ms R
“Hi Stacie, I just wanted you to know that the pictures of R weren’t good, they were absolutely awesome! R and I have been together for over 30 years and your work captured the beautiful, sexy, classy woman that I love. You’ve helped make this a birthday I’ll never forget. Thank you.”~E
My photo session with R was so much fun! She had chosen the Mary Ann package so we were able to get shots of her with her husbands gorgeous car even..talk about a fun prop! Here is one of the more discreet shots from my shoot with R…
This client used the fabulous Melissa Cline at Mosaic Salon in Henderson for her hair and makeup.
Luxury Leather Album
Looking for a discreet, yet luxurious way to display your beautiful boudoir pictures from our shoot? An album could be the perfect solution for you! Constructed of high quality leather with thick pages, these albums help ensure a long life of viewing your lovely images!
Keep in mind when ordering albums that they take about 4 weeks to be constructed and then shipped. That does not include my time put in on post processing your images and creating the layout of your album. I’m pretty quick though! Rush orders are available but can be pricey.
My new Sample Album is displayed below…
Also available are framed prints (with matting) in assorted frame colors/materials. All print sizes can be framed except for 24×36″. I can also do an art print that includes up to 3 images.
Other display options include the Gallery Wrap, a ready-to-hang solution that is printed on canvas
and wrapped around 1.5″ width wooden stretcher frame. Or try the contemporary Standout (pictured below) for a sleek modern way to highlight your pictures. These look especially amazing when grouped together on a wall and can be printed with the metallic finish that I love so much.
On my Calendar
This Friday I have an exciting ‘Mary Ann‘ boudoir shoot and quite possibly an early morning portrait session. Next Monday I have 2 fun ‘Ginger‘ shoots! And lots of inquiries for June…book your spots now ladies, to be sure to get your appointment!
Guest Blogger – Corinna Jones
Another exciting guest appearance today! This time from an old, dear friend of mine…Corinna Jones! Corinna and I go way back to grade school where we had a little Girl’s Only club consisting of 4 fab friends, called The Fighting Foxes (not sure why we came up with such an outrageous name, as none of us were fighters…with the exception of Jennifer maybe, who used to pin me down to shake her hair in my face! Ohhh, the memories)! It has been amazing to watch Corinna grow into such a talented woman. She has had quite an extensive career in modeling and acting, and is even teaching children’s acting workshops here in Las Vegas now! She is here with us today to offer valuable modeling & beauty tips! Please extend a warm welcome….
I received an e-mail from Stacie some months back with a link to her website. Having known her since we were 10 years old (I won’t let you know how many years it’s been!) I was very happy to see my dear friend’s work. But honestly having been in the modeling/acting/entertainment industry for years, I wasn’t expecting that I was going to be so absolutely blown away by the quality of photos she captures. She rivals the best in the biz! So I hope you know you are very blessed to have a photo session with her! Stacie is an artist and I’m proud to know her.
Stacie asked me to give some advice to women who have never modeled to help them get and be comfortable in front of the camera, especially because it can be very intimidating when one has never actually taken boudoir photos. One reason she thought of me is because I posed for Playboy a number of years ago. I was Miss August and went on to become Playmate of the Year. When we shot my test photos for the magazine I was scared to death, and the initial test photos were only lingerie shots! I had been modeling since the 4th grade, but lingerie’ (and eventual nudity) were an entirely different thing for me. I even prayed to God and asked Him to show me a sign and let me know if I was doing the right thing. Of course years later I can only laugh and know how silly and cowardly I was. Now I love taking photos and hope to do some boudoir photos with Stacie soon. Regardless, all of us at one time or another feel self conscious about our bodies. So I am happy to offer my advice.
Posing:
One thing to keep in mind is body angle. What seems to feel contorted and uncomfortable is actually what looks the best. Arching your back, twisting and exaggerating are very important while still keeping your face and shoulders relaxed. Put on your favorite sexy lingerie’ and look in the mirror. Look at your favorite poses in magazines. Keep in mind that everyone’s body, shape and even flexibility is unique. One pose for one woman isn’t as flattering for another. Don’t ever judge- just practice and find what’s good for YOU.
Try using a prop. If your husband is in the military- use a hat or a piece of his uniform. Use your lingerie to help you pose. Is there a little tie or bow you can pretend to be untying? Suck in your tummy, get those great angles- but also be happy with who you are. You are WOMAN – feel it girl! Practice these different poses that make you look your best. You know better than anyone else what makes you look and feel sexy.
Do the same with your facial expressions. Look at yourself in the mirror when you’re feeling good. Imagine your husband or boyfriend and how they make you feel (like a princess I hope!). How do you look when you feel that way? Try to perfect it. Smile coyly. Be the vixen. It’s your show- work it! Get over feeling silly! Because if you’re taking photos for your husband or fiance’ – and especially for yourself-you want to look your sexiest.
It’s amazing what a photo can do to enhance your sex life. All women are beautiful, because all women have curves. We are all different shapes and sizes, but if you get a photographer like Stacie to capture you at your best angles, in the best lighting, and in your prettiest, sexiest lingerie – it’s like playing dress up for a day and having an image that will always make you feel good when you look at it.
If you work out and take care of your body- that’s great! But even super models and fitness queens have their imperfections when they look in the mirror. Almost every woman I know, even models have cellulite. Don’t look for it! Don’t judge, don’t look at your negatives. Enhance your positives and focus on what’s best about you! Trust that Stacie will make you look great and no one will see any of these imperfections! But if you feel self conscious- the camera will pick this up. Be positive. Be confident. ENJOY the process. Enjoy the shoot. Have fun. It’s all about you. Pamper yourself and know you look gorgeous!
When I first did Playboy I used to say that the photos we took would be proof to my grandkids that I was actually sexy once upon a time until gravity set in! But as the years go by and I’m more aware of me and settling into my own skin. I actually like seeing myself in pictures better now and I hope to continue to grow as a person and like myself in pictures in the years to come.These photos will be you at your sexiest and sultriest, so it’s important to feel that way when you are taking the photos. I always think of my man and how he makes me feel. And I imagine how much he would like me at this very moment (this is while your taking photos). And he’ll know it when he sees the photos. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to be relaxed and enjoy.
Preparation/Beauty tips:
For me to be completely relaxed and ready for a photo shoot I always like to treat myself to a nice spa day. Manicure/pedicure./facial and massage. I always exfoliate and moisturize a few days before the shoot. And if you’re getting your eyebrows, or anything else waxed, make sure to give yourself at least two days in case of a minor breakout or irritation.
If you’re on a budget, take a nice long hot bubble bath the night before. Scrub with some sea salt or raw sugar- (baking soda also exfoliates skin and gets it glowing). I love to make a concoction of milk, honey, oatmeal and olive oil. I whip it in the blender and pour it into my bath. You can do this the night before, then go get a mystic/spray tan if you want your skin to look freshly tanned.
Dove Energy Glow can be applied for three days to a week before the shoot to get a nice healthy real looking tan. And it doesn’t smell bad like most self tanners. If you get a spray tan, make sure to have this done at least a day before the scheduled shoot. Fair skin is actually beautiful and looks amazing when lit well. Be happy whatever skin your in.
And don’t forget to give yourself a manicure and a pedicure if you don’t go get one in a salon. Clear nail polish, or a sheer pink always looks clean and nice if you don’t have fake nails. And a classic color on your toe nails. French manicures and pedicures always look great too. Ask your significant other what he likes best on you. This goes for what kind of lingerie he likes too. But ultimately it’s about what makes you feel good.
Hair is VERY important. Be yourself and do it the way you know it to look the best. If you need a root touch up (unless you like that look) do so a few days before the shoot. Or have your hair dresser straighten and style or curl your hair before the shoot. Not a good idea to try a new color right before a shoot, unless you trust whose doing it or have done it yourself before. A nice trim, cut and the right hair products are very important. Ideally it’s great to hire a makeup artist who also does hair and will be there to fix it for you and do touch up’s between looks. Stacie can provide you with a list of some of the best stylists that she uses.
Visualize:
I already mentioned this- but I can’t state enough how important it is to feel sexy and good about yourself. During the shoot, imagine that your husband, boyfriend or fiance’ is watching you. He wants you and you want him. It may sound corny- but it works!
Know that with the lighting and Stacie as your guide (she will give you direction) that she is only making you look fabulous. Trust her, and yourself. Imagine yourself on a beach somewhere. Be relaxed and in a meditative state.
Request (or bring) your favorite music. Luther Vandrose, Yanni, Enya, Keane, and my personal favorites Sarah Brightman and Sara Tavares. Whatever you love that’s slow and sultry. Jazz is excellent! Or whatever makes you, you! You might want “rock star” sexy photos- This is YOU- your music, your personality.
Quick Tips:
Make sure you get a good night’s sleep. Don’t go clubbing the night before your shoot! Drink plenty of water and eat well. Have a great breakfast (not too much coffee), and if your eyes are puffy in the morning put a cold pack or some ice on them. I like to fill my sink with water and ice cubes and dip my face in it. It’s crazy I know! But it works to tighten the face and minimize unnecessary puffiness and lines.
Make up:
It’s always wonderful to have a makeup artist to enhance your beauty. And if you do hire a makeup artist I highly suggest one who does airbrushing. It makes your skin look flawless and actually fills in lines!
Some basic makeup tips:
Your base is the most important, so use a foundation (I love bare minerals!) that makes your skin look flawless. Always start with clean and exfoliated skin. Use a good moisturizer and eye cream. One thing I use here in the desert to keep my makeup fresh and my skin hydrated is Evian Brumisateur Mineral Spray Mist once my makeup is applied. Especially if I continue powdering throughout a shoot. It moisturizes and keeps your skin/makeup fresh and your face looking awake. Always start the shoot with less makeup. It’s always easier to add than take away. Stacie will be able to guide you in this also – as she’s checking the lighting, etc.
Always start natural (softer makeup) then go stronger (heavier with the makeup) and sexier/sleeker with the lingerie. Softer makeup can be very romantic and natural. Powder is very important to prevent shine. If you want a dewy look- only put shine enhancers on the upper balls of your cheeks and apply blush over it.
Don’t make the mistake (I’ve done this before) of over doing it and making yourself look like a totally different person. Enhance your own beauty. Of course at first you will feel overdone and odd if you’ve never done a photo shoot. But know that even though you’re wearing a little more makeup than usual and posing like you don’t do every day- it will look great on camera. Again- look through magazines. Get ideas and run with them. Stacie will be able to give you pointers here as well. She knows what looks good, and what makes you look great!
Have a great time and get some good shots!
Corinna Jones
Featured!
Haute Shots imagery has been featured on another blog! I’m so honored, as this blog just ‘gets’ what makes for a super sexy picture. Check it out, SARAGIRL’S SISSY CONFESSIONS.
Happy Weekend!
Wishing you a weekend as beautiful and carefree as this video by Angus and Julia Stone.
Mango Tree
{{via Design Crush}}
San Gennaro Feast – Las Vegas
Looking for something to do in Vegas this weekend? This looks like a lot of fun to me!
It’s time to celebrate Italian heritage, and this year’s San Gennaro Feast promises to be one of the most varied—and delicious—yet. The fun starts Wednesday May 6 and runs through Sunday May 10. There will be a huge number of ethnic food vendors, live performances, carnival rides and games. Go ahead—pretend you’re doing it for the family. We know you’re really going for the sausage and peppers.
Where: Flamingo and 215
Cost: Free – $7
Age limit: All ages
{via the Las Vegas Sun}
Guest Blogger – Frou Frou Fashionista
I’d like to introduce my readers to some of the most fabulous ladies I have stumbled across in quite some time….Alison and Gail Rubke (daughter and mother) of Faire Frou Frou Boutique and the Frou Frou Fashionista Blog. I personally can’t wait to see their boutique in person the next time I am in Southern CA. I am absolutely honored to have these stylish women doing a Guest Blogger appearance on my own blog! Please extend a warm welcome to them and by all means, go check out their fashionable boutique and blog! Hope you enjoy their article and provided imagery below. I hope many of you will gain lots of inspiration from their article when contemplating what to wear for your boudoir photoshoot!
Old Hollywood Glamour – Lingerie-Style
We love how some of today’s lingerie styles evoke the sophistication and glamour of old Hollywood! It seems like many contemporary designers are trying to recapture the essence of lingerie in its heyday, and they are doing so with some very fun results. Retro styles are certainly in ‘comeback’ mode, particularly with the high-waist panties and contrast-seamed stockings. We especially love the look of a beautiful satin robe with ostrich feather trim – the ultimate in decadence!
Some designers that we carry in our boutique (Faire Frou Frou) do a wonderful job with the retro look: Fifi Chachnil, Miss Lala Presents, and Made by Niki. Now you can create your own glamorous lingerie ensemble! Have fun!
Dita von Teese for Wonderbra
Sonia Rykiel runway
Patrick Demarchelier
Paris Vogue calendar
Vogue Italy, 2008
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
How much fun is this? I absolutely love Victoria’s Secret fashion shows. So full of girly inspiration. I don’t know about you, but it makes me want to go work out immediately! Full of lingerie goodness and check out all the cool accessories…
{{via Eve’s Apples Lingerie Blog}}
Boudoir Photos as a Father’s Day Gift
He does so much for you and your children, why not give him a sexier gift this year for Father’s Day that he is sure to appreciate! Please make sure to book your appointment now in order to get everything back in time for Father’s Day. Production can sometimes be timely. For example, albums take about 4 weeks to produce and that isn’t counting my production time in retouching the images, creating the album layout etc (although I’m pretty quick). Prints, calendars etc are much faster turn-around, if you need something quick.
Jewelry Box
One of the effects for me of shooting boudoir photography, has been a sudden interest in accessories…specifically jewelry. I see how much it adds to the imagery and adds to the personality of a woman in general. I am now under the realization that I very much need a jewelry box. What are you ladies using to store your jewelry?
Sparkly Toes & a Warm Glow
With bikini weather already upon us, I got a jump on my warm weather care by going for a pedicure and getting an airbrush tan yesterday. The lovely Cari of D’hair Salon did my pedi and Nadine of Tan Las Vegas made my fair skin tan! Tell Tan Las Vegas I sent you and get 3 tans for $65!
Guest Bloggers
Some exciting things are in the works! Haute Shots Blog will be having 3 guests bloggers soon that I think you will all enjoy immensely. Watch for their articles soon!
