Boudoir and Pinup
Photographer Lorraine Toth has been photographing pinup and boudoir since 2007.
Let her experience help guide you with posing and tips to bring out your inner model.
Our all female team is ready to transform you from an everyday woman into a classic pinup model!
Before & After
We are located in Upstate NY is perfect setting to unleash your inner sex kitten.
Let us pose you to make you feel most confident.
Pinup Photography. Use our props and posing guidance to get great shots!
Bring your favorite pinup bathing suit or dress and let us guide you on classic pinup poses and facial expressions!
Use of props as well as our faux hotel bedroom setup is included.
Below is a gallery of some images from boudoir sessions in our private Studio.
FAQ (pinups & boudoir)
Q: What is the cost and what does it include?
A: A Pinup Makeover & Photo Shoot is only $325.00 + tax which includes a 1-hour photo shoot with female pinup and boudoir photographer – Lorraine Toth. High resolution images & copyright release are included in the $325.00+tax. Most competitors charge much more for the session and do not include high resolution images with copyright release.
Q: Is Makeup and Hair Styling included?
A: No, you can sub contract one of our recommended hair and makeup artists for professional makeup. Sometimes they can do your makeup at our studio or you can first go to their salon/studio and then come in for your photoshoot.
We work with Genn Shaughnessy, Erin Ford and Autumn Wright mostly.
Q: How many pictures are taken?
A: Generally most women get between 120-150 + images. The number depends on how fast you change costumes, how quickly you transition into poses, how many wig changes you wish for and how many looks you are trying for. The maximum number of costume changes in a standard shoot is 3. This means you can pick out 3 different costumes.
Q: I am trying to plan my day – how long am I there?
A: Your photoshoot is about 50 minutes and it may take about 10 minutes to wrap up the shoot, change clothing, etc so you should plan for 1 hour and 10 minutes total.
Q: I want to bring my own costumes and lingerie. Is that ok?
A: Of course, we always recommend the gals bring around 3-5 outfits. Any look is fine from racy to cute to pinup and more.
Q: I have never posed before. I am worried I will not know what to do.
A: Lorraine has experience modeling so she is able to guide the most amateur woman through poses and looks. She specializes in posing women for their body type as well. We do recommend you practice posing in the mirror prior to your shoot though as facial expressions are very important. If your face is not relaxed the shot will not come out as good.
Q: Can I just do my own makeup?
A: No, we need you to have the best quality makeup for our studio lighting so leave it to us - the experts so you get the best possible results! Contouring, under eye concealer and false lashes are just a few tricks we have!
Q: What is required to book a shoot?
A: A 50% deposit is required to book all shoots. We do not hold any time slots without a deposit. Once your deposit is received you will receive an email confirmation with shoot location (home studio in Clifton Park, NY). We send an invoice via PayPal so the deposit is sent in a secure manner.
Q: Can I book an additional hour of photo time?
A: Yes, if you are the last shoot of the day we would be happy to add an additional hour for $175.00+tax extra. A lot of women that are having calendars made opt for this additional camera time.
Q: What do I have to bring the day of my shoot as far as money goes?
A: You must bring the balance due in CASH or bank certified check only! We do not accept credit cards or personal checks. We will be unable to do your photo shoot unless you pay the balance prior to your shoot. If you wish to pay with your credit card – please let us know 3 days prior to your shoot and we will bill you via Paypal.
Q: Is there any additional things I need to know?
A: Please show up with camera ready makeup and hair styled. Please bring 2 pair of heels with clean bottoms. (Dirty worn out shoes do not photograph well with poses where shoe bottoms show). If you are doing the Jack Daniels mink poses on my site you will need sexy underwear such as a thong or boy shorts. A strapless bra & halter bra are also recommended. REMEMBER TO CUT OUT TAGS OUT OF BRAS AND UNDIES!!!!
Q: Will my pictures be like the ones in magazines?
A: All photos in magazines are airbrushed and photo-shopped. You will receive all unedited images. This means lighting may need to be brightened a bit, you may have a blemish or there may be marks on the floor from your high heels….
Please be aware that if a tag on your outfit/lingerie is showing it is not the photographer’s fault and therefore any airbrushing necessary to remove tags from images is at the expense of the client. Also, if backdrops, lights, studio equipment shows in a few images it can simply be cropped using Iphoto. We get many different camera angles for your benefit so sometimes a light stand may crop into the photo. Again, these images are all raw and unedited so any editing is at the expense of client.
Q: Do you shoot men dressed as women? Crossdressers, Drag Queens, Gay Femmes, Trans and such?
A: Absolutely! Lorraine has been photographing crossdressers for over 16 years! She is very familiar with the camera angles needed to bring out your best femme side and does not discriminate. She would love the chance to help you feel at ease and most beautiful! Lorraine has an extensive portfolio of photographing crossdressers - just ask for some photos!
Q: Where are you located?
A: We have a studio in Clifton Park, NY off exit 8 of I87N. We have a restroom and changing area for your convenience. We have only one model in the photo area at a time so you can feel relaxed.
HELPFUL HINTS (from someone who has been doing this since 2007):
We do not supply undies. I STRONGLY recommend you practice facial expressions and poses ahead of time! A good site to reference for ideas is GOOGLE pinup.
Bring props with you. If you use tanner make sure you are even - no lines. If you have a sunburn and bikini lines, it will show.
VERY IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BELOW:
**** If you choose to have your images sent on a downloadable link sent via SMUGMUG, please download images from link within 4 weeks. We do not guarantee link to be held. This takes up too much storage on server and is only meant to be a temporary way for you to get your images. ********
Cancellation Policy:
If First Impressions cancels for any reason a refund will be issued or chance to reschedule. No deposit refunds if model cancels, however with 7 days notice shoot may be rescheduled. If weather emergency causes cancellation a reschedule date will be offered.
Gratuity:
If you wish, you may want to bring extra cash if you would like to tip the makeup artist and/or photographer we appreciate gratuity.
BRIDAL BOUDOIR PHOTOS BELOW
