You’ve finally decided to do it- the boudoir session of your dreams that you’ve been putting off for ages. You know it’s going to be a transformative experience that will revive you from your deepest depths. The date is on the calendar, the looks are chosen, and the excitement is sending tingles up to your […]

What is the #1 secret behind incredible boudoir portraits? Poses. Of course there are lots and lots of factors that go in to an excellent session- things like creating a warm and comfortable studio space, having top-tier hair and makeup talent, providing crystal clear communication- but posing for the camera is what it all comes […]

Big news, y’all! This year I am recognized as one of Coterie Noir’s Top Black Boudoir Photographer Award Winners of 2026. In case you haven’t heard of Coterie Noir, it is a collective that focuses on promoting diversity in the industry, and shines a spotlight on Black women’s remarkable contributions to boudoir photography. The annual […]

Let’s say you’re going to do it! Let’s say you’re finally going to book that boudoir session that you’ve always wanted. Now the question at hand is, who are you going to book with? As you are researching the best boudoir photographer for you, there are a ton of considerations. (Make sure to read my […]

Boudoir is an electrifying experience that channels your remarkable sensuality and produces incredible portraits that you will cherish for your lifetime. Looking amazing is important, but feeling like the goddess you are is what boudoir is really about. When you feel your absolute best, your aura of empowerment shines through and provides for stunning photos. […]

There’s no “best” time to get a boudoir shoot. My clients are in all different stages of their self-love journey when they walk into my studio. For the ladies who are on that journey while bringing life into the world, a maternity boudoir session is an extra special way to celebrate your body.  What is […]

Boudoir is a beautiful celebration of self-love, and most of that journey is about you. Loving yourself for you is a mind-shift change that unlocks the doors of joy and self-expression. As you reclaim your divinity, a couples boudoir session is a beautiful thing that brings you and your partner closer than ever. Our luxury […]

Boudoir by Ria’s Lingerie Boutique is an inviting, safe space for you as you rediscover your inner goddess. It sucks to say, but the lingerie journey can be rocky. So many “typical” offerings aren’t flattering for different body sizes. And most of those that come in larger sizes are just. not. cute. It broke my […]

This guest post was written by Ria’s Assistant, Allie If you know anything about Ria Rouse, the boudoir photographer and creative director of Ria Rouse photography, then you know she’s always doing something. This week, I was able to snag her and ask her a few questions about her life and how she manages to […]

Aging is a beautiful thing. I know, I know- we’re supposed to hate it. We’re pressured to be ashamed of the crow’s feet and laugh lines, the grey hairs, wrinkles, and all the other signs of aging, but I reject all of that. I will not be distilled to just my physical features, and neither […]