Blog : The Journal

Boudoir, editorial portraiture, personal stories, and the art of being seen... created in Jefferson City and throughout Mid-Missouri.

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September 25th, 2026

12 Branding Photography Examples That Feel Personal

Family portrait with couple and child near capitol building, woman in white dress, and couple posing outdoors in fall.

September 24th, 2026

12 Photoshoot Locations in Missouri

Family Photography, Seniors + Graduates, Editorial, Branding + Headshots
Photographer capturing a smiling woman in a white blazer and pants seated on a stool in a studio.

September 23rd, 2026

How I Create Editorial Portraits for Non-Models

Editorial
Two smiling people review printed photos together at a desk with a camera nearby in a bright studio.

September 22nd, 2026

Why a Photography Session Styling Consultation Matters

Boudoir, Editorial, Family Photography, Seniors + Graduates
Woman in red lingerie posing dramatically on a fur rug in a dark, moody boudoir photography setting.

September 21st, 2026

Top Benefits of Boudoir Photography for You

Boudoir
A man with a camera talks to a woman in a white robe sitting at a vanity mirror with notes.

September 20th, 2026

Ten Boudoir Myths That Keep People From Booking

Boudoir
A stylish man in a white shirt and black trousers sits on an ottoman in a modern luxury bedroom.

September 19th, 2026

Boudoir Photography for Men, Not an Underwear Ad

Male Boudoir
A couple reviews intimate photos together on a tablet and laptop at a wooden table in a modern living room.

September 18th, 2026

What Happens at a Boudoir Reveal and Ordering Appointment?

Boudoir, Products + Artwork
Photographer editing portrait photos on monitor using graphic tablet in professional studio setup.

September 18th, 2026

What Does a Boudoir Photographer Retouch?

Behind the Lens
A smiling man in black shows a lace wedding dress to a woman in a pink satin robe in a bridal boutique.

September 17th, 2026

How to Choose Boudoir Outfits That Feel Like You

Boudoir
A fashion stylist adjusts an olive green wrap dress on a plus-size model posing near a mirror in a bright boutique.

September 13th, 2026

Do I Need to Lose Weight Before a Boudoir Session?

Boudoir
A photographer crouches to capture a woman posing on a bed in a warmly lit studio during a professional photo shoot.

September 12th, 2026

Think You’re Not Photogenic? Read This Before Booking Boudoir

Boudoir