Feel Beautiful

Feel Beautiful

Chicago based photography studio focused on helping everyBODY to gain confidence and see themselves

Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 06/07/2024

I got a new pearl prop and it is GORGEOUS! So, to make this into a permanent set, I need to have some examples of its use on different bodies, not just mine. The 1920s vibe is right there, I didn't even have to edit much.

So, for a limited time all of you get a great chance to try a shoot at a fraction of the full session cost.
For $350 you will get:
- a 30 min shoot with pearls, both on light and dark background. Plus one more set of your choice.
- they look great on black (in the first picture I am wearing a lace black dress, it is pretty stretchy and is available in the studio), on white (second picture is with a white bra), and of course, on your skin (I have examples, but I am afraid FB will ban me if I post.). So bring a few lingerie pieces or don't, we will figure out how to do it either way.
- 5 social media sized images are included in price!
- more images will be available for purchase after you see your gallery.
- want to add hair and make-up? That's additional $200.

What I will need from you is a model release that will let me show your images to others. I never tag clients unless they want to be tagged and it is always up to you to restrict what can and can not be shown - no face? Sure. No n00dity? Let's shoot in lingerie!

Ready to do it? Send a PM and let's talk!

03/07/2024

Embrace your inner glow and let it radiate out.

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10/06/2024

Is it scary to post selfies? You bet! I would rather be on the other side of the camera. But this is the only way to make sure I KNOW how the clients feel when they come in for a shoot. You CAN DO IT!

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08/06/2024

Everyone has beauty, but not everyone sees it.

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07/06/2024

"The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me."
~ Ayn Rand

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06/06/2024

"Everything we think and feel about a situation ultimately comes back to how valuable we perceive it to be."
~ Mark Manson

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05/06/2024

You can't be an important and life-changing presence for some people without also being a joke and an embarrassment to others.

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05/06/2024

Self-improvement and success often occur together. But that doesn't necessarily mean that they are the same thing.

Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 26/05/2024

Got published! And even got the cover, which I did NOT expect at all! If I knew that this was going to be on the cover, probably would have figured out a better title for this set. Oh, well :)

08/05/2024

"Embrace your inner glow and let it radiate out."

For full portfolio, inquires and bookings: www.FeelBeautifulPhotography.com

Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 08/05/2024

A little bit of mystery.

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04/05/2024

The Hat!

6 Best Lingerie Stores in Chicago, IL 01/05/2024

A new blog post on my site about lingerie stores that do bra fitting.
While doing research I figured out what happened to MY favorite store - it didn't close, it just changed the name!
Read the post to see if I need to add anything to that list:

6 Best Lingerie Stores in Chicago, IL Need a new bra or five? Choices can feel overwhelming and selecting the right bra size is a lost art for most women. Whether you're a tad bashful or concerned about sizes, it's essential to feel at ease. Donโ€™t worry, the welcoming experts at Chicago's lingerie boutiques are here to help. They will...

Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 25/04/2024

Spring Minis are over! Thank you, wonderful people that stopped by and trusted me to celebrate them and the season this year! You all looked GORGEOUS! Now that the editing is over and you all should have links to your galleries in your emails, comes the question of model releases.

I NEVER-NEVER-NEVER share any images unless I was given an explicit permission to do so. So, on the one hand, it is good for you to know that your images are safe from public eyes and only you can decide who will see them. On the other hand, all I can show at the moment is the empty set, my selfies in it, and just one client that we did a shoot with before the minis were even announced. I would love to show more and I am sure everybody else here would love to SEE more, to see real people, like them, taking the plunge and transforming into the goddesses that they are.

If you came for this mini and are reading this, please, consider giving me permission to share! Doesn't have to be the whole set, especially given that some of you chose to do nudes for their second outfit option and FB will not be happy with that ๐Ÿ™‚ But if you could pick just one or two images from your set, I would really appreciate it! Let me know and I will send you a model release form where you could mark what can be shared - everything, everything except some specific images, or only the images with the numbers that you list. THANK YOU ALL! โค

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Discover the Perfect Lingerie for Bo***ir Photoshoot 21/04/2024

Not sure what lingerie to bring to a shoot? Check out my blog post on the topic! And comment with any questions you might still have.

Discover the Perfect Lingerie for Bo***ir Photoshoot Navigating the world of lingerie as a beginner can feel daunting, but that's ok - you're not alone! Whether you're preparing for a bo***ir photoshoot or simply aiming for some playful moments, knowing the best lingerie options for your body type sets the stage for confidence and allure. You can do i...

18/04/2024

Just an FYI that I have room for two more sessions next month! Ready to do it? PM me or send an inquiry through the site:
www.feelbeautifulphotography.com

12/04/2024

"Be so happy that when others look at you, they become happy too."
~ Harbhajan Singh Yogi

I am pretty much sure he wasn't talking about women being happy with what they see in the mirror, most likely he wasn't talking about women at all. But that doesn't mean that WE can't use the quote if it applies to our lives too.

09/04/2024

Just one date and 4 time slots are left for the Spring Flower mini sessions - April 21. Grab yours before they are gone!

If you have never done a bo***ir shoot and are not sure if it's for you (I can guarantee you that it is! There is no wrong age, weight, look or anything else - all that is just in your head. You ARE beautiful the way you are TODAY!) a mini session is an easy first step. Yes, you will receive fewer images, but you still get to see YOU from a very different perspective and for a fraction of the cost of a full session.

31/03/2024

MINI SESSIONS ARE LIVE! Why settle for basic spring photos when you can go OVER THE TOP MAGICAL? This romantic, flower filled set is only available for my spring minis on 4/13/24 and 4/14/24. Only 9 spots left, so snag one today!

29/03/2024

"Follow your F**K YES, not your fears"

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Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 28/03/2024

"I am not here to fit into your world, I am here to make my own"

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27/03/2024

"Surprise yourself with your own courage"

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25/03/2024
Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 22/03/2024

Do you dream of spending an afternoon surrounded by flowers? Or maybe you've always wanted some sexy photos in a magical, romantic space? Have you always wanted to do a bo***ir shoot but just haven't found the time?

Now is your chance to try it out!

SPRING MINI SESSIONS are here!

More than 50% off regular sessions!

21/03/2024

You deserve to embrace the highest version of yourself in this lifetime. Don't hesitate to pursue change and shape yourself into the person you aspire to be. It's not your duty to uphold outdated perceptions others may have of you. Fearing judgment will only hinder your growth and potential, whether it's pursuing new opportunities or letting go of toxic relationships. You have the power to evolve and explore every aspect of yourself freely.

18/03/2024

โ€œFeminism isnโ€™t about making women stronger. Women are already strong, itโ€™s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.โ€ โฃ

For the full portfolio and bookings visit www.feelbeautifulphotography.com

17/03/2024

โ€œAttitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.โ€

For the full portfolio and bookings visit www.feelbeautifulphotography.com

Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 12/03/2024

Glow up.
I started shooting bo***ir from selfies, but when I wanted to take it further, I needed to get somebody else in front of my camera. Both to practice and to show others that I actually can do it. Finding that first person wasn't easy - my posts in the models groups got completely ignored and I didn't have any friends I could ask because I needed a full model release, images definitely were going to be posted online.

Eventually, through a friend of a friend, I got connected to a lady that was willing to try. It was the summer of 2020, everything was closed for the quarantine, and the space I found for this shoot was a dance studio. Large empty space with NOTHING in it. Not what one would think a bo***ir studio should look like, but I made it work. A blowup mattress worked as a bed, I brought a small mirror, some curtains, a chair, and with some creative angles and lighting the magic happened - it all worked out! After that finding models was never a problem.

Did my style change over time? Yes and no. I became more confident, more intentional with lighting, started using brighter colors, but the whole idea of shooting to lift women up never changed. And never will.

Question of the day:
What are the things in your today life that you have a vision for, but are not quite there yet?

A few images from that very first shoot:

07/03/2024

Iโ€™ve been shooting bo***ir for a little over 3 years and I love every shoot so very much! The fun of these sessions, the beauty of all the women that come through the studio, the confidence that I can see growing right before my eyes! When you book a session, it so much more than just about the pictures: it is your story, your perspective, your view of the world and your place in it. The process might be a bit scary at first, but it so much worth it!!

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Photos from Feel Beautiful's post 07/03/2024

A few images from the last week's birthday shoot. It was so much fun!

How do you see YOUR birthday shoot?

And ladies, don't forget that we have a VIP group where all the lives and BTS are posted:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/FeelBeautifulVIP

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