WELCOME

First of all, if you are thinking of, or have booked your Empowerment session, here are some things I want you to know.

Empowerment photography is about celebrating confidence, beauty, and self-love. Whether you're doing this as a gift for someone special or simply for yourself, this session is designed to make YOU feel empowered and amazing.

My goal is for you to walk away from this experience feeling confident, powerful, and proud of yourself.

What To Expect

When you arrive for your session, you’ll be welcomed with a complimentary glass of wine to help you relax and settle in, or water if you prefer. We’ll take a few minutes to chat, go over what the shoot will look like, and review the questionnaire you filled out so I can better understand your vision and comfort level. We’ll also look through the outfits you brought and decide which pieces will photograph best and in what order we’ll use them. This time is all about helping you feel comfortable, confident, and excited before we start shooting.

Your empowerment session is relaxed, fun, and fully guided.

During your shoot I will:

  • Guide you through every pose

  • Help with hand placement and expressions

  • Adjust outfits and details

  • Photograph multiple angles

Most sessions last 90 minutes, for a full session and 30-45 minutes, for a mini session.

Throughout your session I’ll guide you through poses. We’ll start simple and gradually advance. If at anytime you are uncomfortable let me know and we will scale back or adjust to ensure you are comfortable.

No stress. No pressure. Just a fun and empowering experience.

Planning Your Outfits

You’ll want to bring 2-3 outfit options with you to your session.

Here are some suggestions:

Lingerie

Bra and panty sets

Lace bodysuits

Corsets

Teddies

Bold / Statement

Leather jacket

Bodysuit

Sheer pieces

Thigh-high stockings

Casual / Cozy

Oversized sweater

Partners shirt

Tank top + panties

Silk robe

Personal Pieces

Partner’s shirt or jersey

Bridal lingerie

Sentimental jewellery

High heels

Shopping for your Outfits

Local Winnipeg Lingerie Boutiques

  • Ce Soir Lingerie – Beautiful boutique with a wide range of bra sizes and elegant lingerie sets. Perfect if you want supportive but sexy pieces.

  • Gravity Lingerie – Known for professional bra fittings and high-quality lingerie brands.

  • Eyelet Dove Lingerie and Swimwear – Feminine, romantic lingerie that photographs beautifully.

Easy Mall Stores

  • La Vie en Rose – Lace sets, robes, and bodysuits

  • Torrid – Excellent for plus-size lingerie and bodysuits

  • Penningtons – Comfortable lingerie and sleepwear options

Online Stores

  • Savage X Fenty

  • Playful Promises

  • Adore Me

  • Amazon

  • Shein

Sexy & Statement Pieces

  • Love Nest – Carries corsets, babydolls, stockings, and sexy lingerie in a range of sizes.

  • Adam & Eve – Great for bodysuits, garters, and statement lingerie pieces.

Timeline Before Your Shoot

One Week Before Your Shoot

Start preparing your skin and body so you look and feel your best.

✔ Drink plenty of water (hydrated skin glows)
✔ Moisturize daily
✔ Cut tags out of your outfits
✔ Plan and try on your outfits
✔ Book nail appointments if desired

3–5 Days Before Your Shoot

This is a great time for hair removal.

✔ Wax or sugar (bikini, legs, underarms)
✔ Shape eyebrows
✔ Lightly exfoliate skin

2–3 Days Before Your Shoot

If you plan to get a spray tan, 48 hours before your session is ideal.

✔ Schedule spray tan
✔ Choose a natural tone (avoid very dark tans)
✔ Moisturize after your first rinse

The Day Before Your Shoot ✨

Keep things simple and focus on relaxing.

✔ Drink lots of water
✔ Moisturize your entire body
✔ Pack your outfits and accessories
✔ Remove tags and try everything on **
✔ Get a good night’s sleep

The Day of Your Shoot

✔ Eat a light meal
✔ Drink water
✔ Wear loose clothing to avoid marks on your skin
✔ Avoid tight bras or socks

MOST IMPORTANT

Most Important Tip ❤️

Empowerment sessions are about celebrating yourself exactly as you are. You don’t need to change anything about your body to look amazing in your photos.

Confidence, comfort, and having fun will always photograph beautifully.

You’ll be guided through every pose during your session, so you never have to worry about feeling awkward or unsure. Just show up, relax, and enjoy the experience.