As a photographer who has been on both sides of the camera lens, I understand that pre-shoot nerves are a real thing. It’s totally normal to feel a little anxious before your boudoir photoshoot…or like debilitatingly nervous, (yikes!) But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this post, I’ll share some advice for getting past your pre-shoot anxiety and enjoying your boudoir experience.
Pre-shoot nerves are normal and okay
First things first, it’s important to remember that being nervous is completely normal and okay. You’re stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new, so it’s natural for your body to feel a little apprehensive. Take a deep breath and remind yourself that it’s okay to be nervous, don’t push those feelings down. Understand that I’ve worked with many clients who have felt the same way, and myself and the team are here to support you every step of the way. Trust the process, you will be able to relax and have fun!
Change your perspective, focus on the excitement
One way to get past pre-session jitters is to change your perspective. Instead of focusing on the nervousness, try to focus on the excitement. You’re about to do something totally new and different, and that’s something to be excited about! Say out loud “I am excited!”. Say it multiple times more confident each time. It might seem silly but it actually works better than trying to calm yourself down…proven by science!. Now let that excitement carry you through.
Consider your “why”
When you’re feeling unsure about your boudoir shoot you might be thinking to yourself “what possessed me to book this to begin with?” Give yourself a good answer, chances are you booked this for a good reason. Even those who booked a boudoir shoot as a gift to a partner are also hoping to get a confidence boost from the experience.
And let me give you a little insight, the people who did book a boudoir shoot as a gift realized in the end that this was a powerful gift to themselves, and their partner receiving the photos was just a bonus.
So what’s your “why”? what are you hoping to get out of this powerful experience?
Don’t cancel your shoot!
Whatever you do, don’t cancel your shoot! I know it’s tempting to back out when nerves get the best of you, but trust me when I say that you can do this. Just get yourself to the door, and we’ll take care of the rest. Our team is here to support you and help you feel comfortable throughout the entire experience.
I am also available to talk it out with you if there are specific concerns or fears you have, nothing is too insignificant to shoot me a text or email about!
The most anxious clients end up having the best time SERIOUSLY!
Finally, I want to let you in on a little secret: the most anxious clients often end up having the best time! Seriously! I’ve worked with tons of clients who were shaking in their thigh-high boots nervous. What happened to them? Well, none of the things they were scared of came true. They were able to relax and enjoy the experience, and these clients – I swear, end up bringing the most energy and leave feeling confident, beautiful, and empowered.
The thing is, once you start posing and see how amazing you look in the photos, those pre-shoot jitteres will fade away into a distant memory along with all your self-doubt.
At Fine Grain Boudoir, we understand that pre-session nerves are a difficult thing to work through. But I’m here to support you and help you feel comfortable throughout the entire experience. I can’t wait to work with you and help you celebrate your unique beauty!
