San Francisco, here I come! | Las Vegas Boudoir
“No city invites the heart to come to life as San Francisco does. Arrival in San Francisco is an experience in living.” ~William Saroyan
I will be away from the office from Saturday until next Wednesday because I am heading for San Francisco!!! Sooo thrilled to be going back to this lovely city! Joe will be attending a conference there that will keep him occupied from around 7am – 7pm everyday. I pretty much begged him to bring me with him even though I will be spending most of my time there alone. I honestly don’t usually do so well in situations on my own like that but I am actually welcoming the adventure this time! I experienced Milan, Italy under the exact same circumstances many years ago, and found it to be one of the most amazing experiences of my entire life. When you are exploring a new city alone, you get to know it a bit more in depth on your own terms…kinda nice! I have already plotted out some of the things I can do in or around the Union Square area that are all accessible by foot. Really excited!
Some of the things I am hoping to do:
MOMA (Museum of Modern Art) – this is an absolute must for me! If I chicken out on doing anything else by myself I am still going to make sure I do this one for sure.
Lunch or dinner at a few French style cafes such as Cafe Claude or Chez Papa
Sushi at Sanraku and maybe Akiko’s
Of course I have to stop at the local LUSH to stock up on a couple of goodies for my time there!
It would be great if we can see Cat on a Hot Tin Roof while we are there!
Sunday’s a Drag Brunch at Harry Denton’s Starlight Room sounds pretty interesting too!
Happy Hour at Fifth Floor Restaurant perhaps?
A Thai massage at Suchada would be pretty fantastic!
Or maybe a Parafango Treatment from the Burke Williams Spa?
But, alas I will most likely pay a visit to the local Border’s book shop when I first arrive to get some books I haven’t had the time to read while I am in Vegas working on other things. Yes, sadly, I will probably be spending the majority of my time in the hotel room (hope it has a great view!) reading & working on business ideas and using the hotel gym while I am in this fair city this time.
I’ve already seen a lot of the typical San Fran attractions – walked the Golden Gate Bridge, went to the Fisherman’s Wharf, went down the zigzagy road, etc. So my idea of exploring only a few blocks should really be a breeze, if I muster up the courage to do it!
What are some of your favorite San Francisco attractions? Are there any other things in the Union Square area that I shouldn’t miss out on seeing or doing?
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Sexy European Fragrance Commercial
Europeans just ‘get’ what’s sexy. This commercial for YSL Parisienne Fragrance starring Kate Moss is smokin’ hot! Aren’t the old-fashioned pink roses absolutely beautiful? I’m hoping someone will bring a prop like that to their shoot one day soon! Or better yet, big, pink PEONIES!
{{via StyleList}}
Do Dreams Really Come True?
I feel so fortunate. While building a new business is hard work and can be slow-going at times, I feel rewarded on a daily basis at having found my calling. Not only do I get to work with the most unbelievable clients, beautiful women who inspire me on a creative and personal level, but I also work with a team of amazing beauty professionals who are a pleasure to be around. But something I didn’t expect was recognition from other photographers in my field!
Today I got the sweetest note from another photographer I admire and respect, Holly McCaig.
“Hey Stacie! I follow you on Twitter and must say, I LOVE what you are doing! I have shot some boudoir in the past, but am now focusing my efforts on weddings/engagements and am going to include boudoir with it. I have a few models coming Sunday to do a shoot to build up the portfolio at a beautiful suite in downtown St. Louis. Anyway, I just wanted to personally tell you how inspiring you are! Keep it up!!!
I love it all! If I ever get to Vegas, we’ll have to meet!!”
Thank you to everyone who has encouraged me to keep going! This is the career path I have chosen and love with all my heart and it helps so much to hear kind words like that.
Olivia Wilde: Maxim July ‘09 Cover Shoot
Behind-the-scenes at Olivia Wilde’s (the Year One star’s) Maxim cover shoot with photographer Amanda de Cadenet. Sexy doesn’t have to be fully undressed. Sometimes a basic shirt does the trick as you’ll see in this video.
See the pics!
Inspired – Photographer Fadil Berisha
While searching in vain for the photographers name who did the vintage photos of the Miss USA contestants, I ran across this video and was totally inspired! It is Kristen Dalton’s (Miss USA – North Carolina) first shoot with famed photographer Fadil Berisha.
See the video of the photo shoot HERE. Wow, she is such a pretty girl.
Take note of the accessories, ladies. Don’t be afraid to go bolder with jewelry and colors for your photo shoot than you normally would in your day-to-day life.
Kristen’s vintage shot below. If you know who the photographer was for this, please let me know in a comment.
{{ photos & video via Miss USA }}
Paper Lanterns
Thought these were pretty cool. Makes me want to create a corner in the house of hanging paper lanterns lit up and of varying sizes.
{images via paper lantern store}
Inspiration: Ellen von Unwerth
Ellen von Unwerth has long been a favorite of mine. I am incredibly inspired by her work and how she portrays women in a sexy, confident way. In a world dominated by men, she has managed to make quite a name for herself as a fashion photographer. Her images are sexy, bold, fun and creative. I have always been drawn to her black & white images, but you must also check out her color photos too…they really pack a punch!
I love that she is an untrained photographer, having taught herself the art. She has said, “Technique undoubtedly helps make photography magical, but I prefer to work with atmosphere. I think that the obsession with technique is a male thing. Boy’s toys. They love playing… but once you’ve perfected something you have to start searching for a new toy. I would rather search for a new model or location.”
“Von Unwerth brings an energetic femininity to fashion photography–call it girl power. The models in her pictures seem to have real identities, and the photos often convey a sexuality without reducing the subjects to sex objects.”–American Photo
“I’m just trying to make beautiful pictures. I don’t see my works as exploitative. They’re just cheeky, they’re fun, and the models aren’t complaining.”–Ellen Von Unwerth
“It’s good to shock. It’s not good to always be careful. It’s good to disturb a little.”–Ellen Von Unwerth
