A couple things might surprise you about sessions with Fierce Flamingo

Did you know I offer The Veteran Project ? Complimentary Mini Portrait Sessions Offered in a 1-1 setting and Mindful Photo Walks Offered in a group setting (cell phone cameras work!) Why? Because 1 in 3 women Veterans tell their VA health care provider they experienced sexual harassment or assault while in the military. It might be called the Veteran Project, but anyone looking for a calm supportive space is welcome. Non-clinical phototherapy has been used for healing since

The two biggest hesitations I hear when women think about booking? Losing weight first. And not having enough time. Let’s talk about both. “I’ll book after I lose 10 pounds…” This one comes up the most. I know it sounds backwards, but honestly? That’s the reason to book. We’ve been taught to see our bodies as a work-in-progress, like we’re not quite there yet. But life keeps shifting, and no one prepares us for how many changes we’ll navigate. (Seriously- no one warned us ab

I'm Samantha! I grew up attached to my camera. Film and darkrooms will always have a special place in my heart, but digital is so convenient! How did I get here? Like a lot of people, I wasn't thrilled with how traditional portrait sessions turned out- you know, those stiff, awkward poses that just look like you’re holding your breath and trying not to move. These poses used to be necessary! It once took 15 seconds to create an image. Now? Fractions of a second. Moving aroun

How many times in your life do you have professional makeup done? Unless your career requires it, the typical adult uses this service for one occasion: weddings. And while that's special and beautiful, that's not what I want your boudoir experience to be about. I Want You to See You I want you to look at your images and feel beautiful as you show up daily. I don't want you to think "wow, I look great when someone else does my hair and makeup." The idea is to build confidence

When most people think of boudoir photography, they picture a studio with backdrops. But there's another option: bringing the session to you. Here's why an at-home boudoir session might be the perfect choice. Comfort There's something special about being photographed in your own space. You feel more at ease quicker. Your home is already your comfort zone-why leave it to create intimate, vulnerable images? Skip the Pre-Session Stress No packing stress. Forget about triple-chec

If you're considering a boudoir session, you might be wondering whether you should book a consultation call. I always offer them, but I never require them. I know that taking this step is personal and everyone moves at their own pace. That said, I truly believe consultations are valuable. Get to Know Me (And Let Me Get to Know You) A boudoir session is intimate by nature. You're trusting me to capture you in a vulnerable, beautiful way and that kind of trust doesn't happen ov

Find out a bit more about what to expect along the way and what the timeline from inquiry to holding your album will look like. Step 1: Consultation Typically a few days from request The first step is completely optional- take a few minutes to chat with me about your session. Ask any questions. Share anything you'd like me to know. I'll get to know you a bit, and can better tailor your session to you. Step 2: Session Booking Typically 1-6 months out Visit my calendars for av

The day is finally here! I hope the planning process so far has been helpful and that you're feeling excited (and maybe a little nervous- that's totally normal!). Before We Meet You packed your outfits the night before and have directions ready if we're meeting at a location. (Not having to pack is a great reason to choose an at-home session!) First things first: get ready as you normally would. This is about capturing you, so stick to your usual routine. When We Meet We'll m

Bringing Back the Magic of Printed Photographs I believe in the magic of holding photographs. With everything digital (and instant), we've lost something special- the mountains of printed pictures, the photo collage walls, the family albums from trips that we'd flip through over and over again. I believe in putting a bit of that magic back into our lives. That's why every collection I offer includes either an album or a box of matted prints. Your boudoir images aren't meant t

Once you've booked your session it's time for planning! This is where your boudoir experience truly becomes yours. We'll follow the below plan. Tell Me About You Once your session is booked, I'll send you a short questionnaire with a few questions about you, your vision, and what you're hoping to get out of your session. If you have no idea, that's okay! The questions are a place for you to share what makes you feel confident, what you're excited about, and if there's anythin