**Valentine's Day Boudoir Special** {Portland, Oregon Boudoir)

Baby it's cold outside...

so what better way to turn up the heat than a flirty boudoir photo shoot for your honey. All boudoir sessions booked now through January 30th, 2011 will receive **10% off package pricing, a **FREE 11x14 wall portrait and **25% off discount code for CKL Lingerie!

Contact Wink today to take advantage of this special!

A Little Honesty...

It all began with new lighting equipment. I have had my eye on it for a while and just knew it would be perfect for boudoir sessions. So it arrived and I had the brilliant idea that I would set it up in my room and do my own mini boudoir session with the help of my hubby behind the camera. How hard could it be? I mean, I know how to pose and he knows how to focus the camera. Ya, not so much!

First off, I felt like I had no idea what I was doing. I have been directing and positioning clients all year and now that its me I realize I can't see myself. And my husband, who was very willing and excited about this idea, is rapidly getting frustrated and we are both realizing this may not work. I am trying to direct him and pose myself and work with the new lighting and about 40 minutes in we call it good.

But it was not for nothing. I learned so much from those 40 minutes! I now know what it feels like to be in my clients shoes (or high heels), how much it helps to have reassurance, posing advice and constant positive feedback. I also realize, that even with coaching, not just anyone can pick up a camera and do this stuff. But most importantly, I realize how brave my clients are for allowing me to use their images in advertising, on face book and my website. So, thank you so much to all the amazing ladies I have had the pleasure to photograph this year! Your trust and faith in me has been overwhelming and you have all inspired me!

Here are a few of me that made the cut . . .

We're Bringing Curvy Back...

{A Note from Kim...}

I've never been a size 2 or even a 10. I've never thought of myself as pretty, let alone beautiful. Wink was something I've admired from afar but never ever gave a second thought. Plus size women just can't look like those women on the website. I am a plus sized woman.

As the session got closer I was a roller coaster of thoughts leading up to the day. First excitement, then pure nervousness ... probably leaning closer to fear. Megan immediately made me feel relaxed and confident. Any self consciousness that was felt was gone after the first picture was taken. After that point it was pure fun. Outfit after outfit and pose after pose I forgot about all my hesitations.

My session was a joint session with my best friend. We had a great time. Megan had great input on what would look good. During the session I felt beautiful, confident and renewed.
Pictures were emailed. The feeling was overwhelming. I could NOT believe it was me. I was pretty...even beautiful. I never expected to see myself look like that. The first word that came to mind in both me and my best friend was that we felt "empowered".

Wink isn't just the name of a company. It's a feeling. Megan isn't just a photographer. She's a gift.

~ Kim

{A Few Images of Kim...}

Not a size 2? Boudoir is still for You!!

{A Note from Corie...}

Curves, jiggly bits, big, Lane Bryant, stretch marks, large, cellulite and plus size are all words that would describe my physical appearance. Super model? I am not. Size 4 I am not either but I am not ashamed or embarrassed of my curves or jiggly bits and will never be.

I have known Megan going on 15 years and have watched her love and talent for photography grow . I have been following Wink on Facebook since Megan started it admiring and loving all the beautiful pictures of all the women never imagining I would be doing it myself.

Megan, my best friend Kim and anyone who knows me well would say; I am not a shy person. Being half naked in front of the camera is not something I would consider to be a walk in the park. Within 10 minutes, I was completely comfortable and already enjoying the experience. Megan was patient, honest, encouraging, excited and positive the whole day. As my confidence grew and grew I just followed her lead, trusting her every step of the way. After a full day of costume changes and some odd posing (ha-ha) my best friend and I sat out on the deck and shared with one another how beautiful and empowering the experience was.

I had no expectations of what the pictures would look like, but I could only hope to come away with even 1 that I would love. When Megan emailed me the pictures I was speechless. No words other than I couldn't believe that was me. As I sat there and looked at the pictures, not only did I have no words, but I was brought to tears.

I have always been somebody who has believed that even though I'm a big girl I would take pride in my appearance. Just because I'm not a size 4 doesn't mean I should stop caring. Since this experience with Megan and Wink I have grown even more comfortable in my own skin and see myself in a new and different way. I am a beautiful woman, jiggly parts and all.

If you have curves and are unsure this experience would be for you; from one curvy woman to another, it will be an experience you will look back on with a new sense of confidence. We as mothers, wives, grandmothers, sisters and girlfriends should all take more time for ourselves. We, at any size, shape or age are beautiful. We should never be afraid to say it to one another and to ourselves. Work your SEXY!!!
~Corie

{A few of Corie's Images...}

New Collection Debut...

from Tiffani Saxton Designs. This is just a sampler of the upcoming new collection and let me tell you these pieces are just amazing! If you are looking for something unique, beautiful and well-crafted to wear in your hair, then be sure to check out Tiffani Saxton Designs site to view the entire collection soon!

Grand Opening Special...

Wink Boudoir and Bridal Photography is now open for business and is offering a Grand Opening Special Package for a limited time only!! So here's the deal:

Just $199, and you get a one hour boudoir session and all your images on cd with a copyright release. This means you can print your pictures anytime and anywhere!!

Add-On Options Include:

*Add an hour {$99}

*Add professional hair & make-up {$99}

*Add 5x5 Classic Book {$99}

*Add a friend {$99}--additional hour must be added to add friend

So how do you take advantage of this sweet special you ask?? Easy, just click here and enter $199 for your amount (or your total w/add-ons). Fill out the info page and Wink will send you your gift card wrapped up complete with a bow. Perfect for gift giving or just for yourself!! All gift cards expire one year from purchase date--offer ends 11.15.10 so, BUY NOW.

**please note which add-ons you would like in the special instruction box

Wink Boudoir & Bridal--Grand Opening!

I am so excited to finally announce the official Grand Opening of Wink Boudoir & Bridal Photography. This new division of PhotoGem has been in the making for many months now. The idea for Wink all started with a request from a portrait client for sexy, yet tasteful images of herself for her hubby. It was so much fun that I enlisted several of my girl friends to be 'supermodels' for me, some more willing than others. Don't get me wrong, they were all excited about the opportunity, but terrified that the images would reveal all those flaws that only we women see in ourselves. So it was truly amazing to see these nervous, tentative women become confident, playful, sexy, outgoing and most of all...empowered. This is when I had a revelation: I want to offer the opportunity to all women to feel beautiful in a way they never thought possible. To feel comfortable and confident in their own skin and to be truly amazed at how beautiful they are when they see their final images--and, of course, the guys love it too!

So, welcome to Wink Boudoir & Bridal. Be sure to check our blog often for specials, updates, sneak peaks and other fun stuff. I am beyond excited to finally open for business!

{HEATHER}

{JENNIFER}

{BRITTANY}

Tiffani Saxton Designs: Portland's Finest Photographers...

Tiffani Saxton Designs: Portland's Finest Photographers...: "Choosing your photographer can be a very difficult decision. You want the best! You want timeless, beautiful and intimate! Well, here are my..."

{a little boudoir inspiration}

I just happened across this book on the clearance table at Urban Outfitters (I guess not everyone needs a lingerie book??)--it is filled with all types of unique lingerie and fun posing ideas. Something I will be bringing with me to my sessions for clients to take a look at...

J Blooms to Open Soon...

Are you planning a wedding, party or special event and are looking for your flowers to make a statement? J Blooms, locally owned by Jessica Justice, will be opening to the public in just a few short months. Here is just a little peek at what J Blooms will be offering this fall...