Melissa Jackson Photography

I think the biggest fear a lot of us have is the fear of the unknown. It is hard to jump into something without knowing what you are getting into. Trust me, I have experienced this first hand. However, when the opportunity arises, these unknowns are actually blessings in disguise. There are so many unknowns […]

You booked your boudoir session, now what? I know it took a lot of courage to book your session and now you have to find the perfect lingerie for your session. Spoiler alert: it does NOT have to be perfect! I have knowledge of posing and adjusting lingerie to come out perfect in the camera! […]

You arrived on time for your session, and just finished your hair and make-up done. As you are putting on your first outfit you feel your heart catch in your throat and you take a deep breath. You may be wondering at this moment if you made the right decision. It happens to everyone. We […]

A boudoir photoshoot is such a rewarding experience that every woman should have one!! It is the best excuse to take a treat yourself day or self care day, especially since a session takes up most of the day. There is also a lot of fun prepping to do for your session, such as getting […]

When I tell someone that I am a Boudoir Photographer, the most common response is “What is boudoir?” There are so many layers involved with the answer to this question. Boudoir is a French word that means ‘a woman’s bedroom or private room.’ It is derived from the French word bouder which means to pout, […]

Imagine this: You go out to dinner to your favorite restaurant. The hostess is walking you to your table, you sit down and order your food. Halfway through dinner you look over at another table to find another guest unsnapping her nursing bra to feed her baby. How would you react? Because a lot of […]

Heyyyy! I woke up this morning and stepped on my scale, like I do the same time every week. I am on a weight loss journey (I know, aren’t we all) but I actually am in a weight loss program. When I looked down at the scale sadly, I did not lose any weight, however […]

When I started my photography business, I was faced with so many decisions. Where would my studio be located? What will I charge for my services? What services will I offer? I should find an accountant! Do I need to upgrade my equipment? For the most part some of these were easy to answer, especially […]