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 […]
Feeling butterflies in your stomach when you think about doing a boudoir shoot? You are not alone! It’s totally ok to feel the jitters. Boudoir is an intimate experience, and this might be your first time doing something like this. Plus, being vulnerable with a photographer who is practically a stranger can be hard, so […]
There are a million reasons to do boudoir. I mean, who doesn’t want to frame yourself in a new light? Seeing yourself in all of your glory fundamentally changes the way you take on life, and you will never be the same. Over the years, I have talked to hundreds of women and sadly there […]
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 […]
Confidence is not something we’re born with; it’s developed. It’s learned. And believe me, I know the self-love journey can be hard. As we are learning to love every curve and very blemish, it’s tempting to revert back to the old ways of thinking… that you’re not enough. But honey, persist and ignore those nay-sayers. […]
We made it, babes! The new year is officially here, and I’m so excited to see what 2022 has in store for me!! But you know what I’m not doing? Making resolutions. No, I’m probably not going to go to the gym more than I did last year. I’m also probably not going to eat […]
I know it might sound cliche, but when people ask me who boudoir is for, the answer truly is everyone. We all have our own journey and many of us lose connection with our inner goddess. From the overworked professional to the stretched-thin mom, sometimes to genuinely recenter we need to be vulnerable. Read Miss […]
Our intimate portraits are not your typical feature, but honey, they are centerpieces. If you are wondering how to display your photos, there really isn’t a wrong answer. But there are a whole lot of choices. Estate Art If you are interested in displaying an image in your house, do not be afraid to think […]
It seemed like it took forever, but the day has finally arrived. You booked your date months ago, your prepayment plan is officially complete (and you have chosen one of our fabulous bonuses), and it’s the morning of your shoot. This is your dream session, and it’s going to be life-changing. And to ensure it’s […]
One of the most common questions our studio gets is, “I’m ready to do my session but have no idea what to wear! Help!” And I totally get it- deciding what to wear can be hard! Sometimes it’s even difficult to know where to start. But don’t worry- I got you! I have a one-on-one […]