Is It Worth Doing a Boudoir Shoot?

When you first hear about boudoir photography, you might wonder if it’s worth the investment. A quick glance at the images and testimonials from others may have you intrigued, but doubts often creep in. Will it be uncomfortable? Can it really make a difference in how I feel about myself? Let’s unpack why so many …

A Leap of Love: Couple’s Boudoir Experience with Allebach Photography

Jessica and Michael decided to embark on a couple’s boudoir session with Allebach Photography to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary in a unique and intimate way. A Little About Them Jessica and Michael have been married five years and are proud parents of eight wonderful children. For their fifth anniversary, they wanted to honor their …

All Of Your Bridal Boudoir Questions… Answered

1. What is Bridal Boudoir Photography? Bridal boudoir is a type of intimate photographic experience where a to-be-married person has sensual and elegant images, captured, often as a gift for their future spouse. 2. Why Should I Consider a Bridal Boudoir Session? Many engaged people choose bridal boudoir sessions to celebrate their bodies, boost self-confidence, …

We captured four powerful feminine archetypes and the results are breathtaking.

While we are all fundamentally unique as humans, we also have a lot in common. We can fall into similar habits, interests, and even personality types based on our signs and alignments. We can also transform into different archetypes to serve our environment and the people within our spaces. After years of working with women …

Transforming Trauma into Triumph: Rob and Mindy’s Path to Body Positivity and Love

You know that expression people use about promising the moon when they’d do anything for someone they love?  “You want the moon? Just say the word, and I’ll throw a lasso around it and pull it down.“ Well, Mindy says, that’s exactly the kind of man her husband, Rob, is. “One of my favorite things …

His Brand New Dating Profile Intrigued Her Into New Love and A Sexy Boudoir Photography Session Together

When Kristen first landed on Traves’ dating profile, she felt cautious, yet intrigued.    “He messaged me the night he made his profile. I could see his profile information, age, and profession. No name, no pictures…but I was intrigued. He asked me out that day! I watch a lot of true crime… have an active imagination, …

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See Myself Through My Fiance’s Eyes – Philly Boudoir

Did you know that at Allebach Photography, our lead photographers are more than just professional photographers, they’re talented cheerleaders too (cue the Bring It On Soundtrack)? At least that’s what Emma discovered when she came into the studio for her recent boudoir session with us.  “I am usually very shy and am not one to …

With The Support Of Her Husband, Minerva Learned To Love Herself Like Never Before!

Minerva and Allebach Photography go way back (12 years to be exact), to when she was looking for a photographer for a “Trash the Dress” shoot. “I was married previously back in 2010. After my wedding we had an idea to look into having another photo session that was more ‘us’. I brought to Mike …

Life Affirming Boudoir Leaves Linda Feeling Like A Whole New Woman

Meet Linda! Linda is a 38-year-old marketing professional who loves her little family, which consists of her husband and biggest cheerleader, Jay, and a menagerie of pets – two hairless cats named Yoda and Emerson – and two special needs birds that go by the names Oliver and Donnie.  Linda describes herself as curious, adventurous …

Considering Outdoor Boudoir in Pennsylvania? Listen to What This Allebach Photography Client Had to Say!

When Kelly became a young widow nine years ago she found herself on the edge of an abyss.    “I had to learn to release my expectations of what my life would look like and lean into the unknown, the discomfort, and the unpredictability of life. Since then I have learned to take each day one …

Halloween Boudoir Ideas by Allebach Photography

Halloween Boudoir is a very creative way to celebrate the most fun day of the year in an elegant and sexy way. While these are not just regular boudoir photos, Halloween costumes are among the most popular themes for boudoir photo shoots. Boudoir photos are meant to capture your sexier side , hence they are …

I Am Who I Am – Love It or Leave It

We’re always honored when our clients tell us how beautiful and confident we’ve made them feel, but it breaks our hearts that so many of them tell us that this is the FIRST time they’ve ever felt this way.  “I’ve been overweight literally since birth. I’ve never been able to keep weight off no matter …

Mom Lights Up Seeing Her Boisterous Sons Look Like Angels

Katy, who is not only a full time working mom but is also in a doctorate level academic program, knows her time with her sons is precious, which is why we truly appreciate her making the time to bring her boys in for a Renaissance session.  “We keep a very busy schedule so the time …

Cathartic Moments Suspended In Time For Puzzle Piece Family

Stephanie fondly calls her family “our puzzle-piece family.” Her two girls, who are 9 and 10, were born in Ireland to their Irish father. When her husband passed away in 2015, Stephanie and her girls moved to the States (New Jersey), where she soon met her now fiancé Rich. The two dated for a year …

See How Newlywed Reclaimed Her Identity With Solo Boudoir

Katerina had just finished planning her wedding to her partner of 12 years when she began looking into doing a solo boudoir session. She’d realized that while kick starting their new life as a couple, she felt like she’d lost a little bit of herself in the process.  “What attracted me to doing a solo …

“The Most Fun We Had Since Our Wedding Day”

It’s crazy to think that for all of the memories Brian and Jennifer have made together in the past few years, the couple almost didn’t meet at all! “We met online.  Funny thing about it was that she was logging into her account to delete her profile because she was tired of the types of …

One of the Best Moments of my Life. A Couples Boudoir Story

They say opposites attract and in many ways that’s exactly why Crystal and Aaron work so well together.  “I have an adventurous, spontaneous spirit and he is the calm laid back gamer that grounds me,” says Crystal.  Crystal and Aaron met 23 years ago, in high school and have been married for seven of those …

Is Couples Boudoir Right for Us? One Couple’s Story

Matt and Jodi: High School Sweethearts Keep the Flame Burning Jodi and Matt met in their sophomore year of high school and are still going strong 15 years later.  After 10 combined years in the Marines, marriage, and three amazing kiddos, the couple was looking for a unique way to keep the romance going in …

Couples Boudoir For The First Time (Everything You Need To Know Right Now)

Hey there! I’m Christine and a few of you might recognize me as I’ve been writing for the Allebach Photography Blog now for the past couple of years. Today I’m here to tell my own Couples Boudoir story, as my husband and I finally got to do our very own session with Mike recently. But …