Body Confidence Boudoir Photography in West Oxfordshire for Women Who Hate Being in Photos
You’ve Seen the Photos. But You’re Convinced You Could Never Look Like That.
You’ve seen the photos. Women who look confident, strong, beautiful. And you’ve wondered what it would feel like to see yourself that way.
But then the thoughts start...
‘That’s for other women. Women who are confident. Women who look good in photos. Women who don’t feel awkward and ridiculous in front of a camera. Not me.’
Almost every woman who books with us thinks exactly that.
And they’re all wrong
I Can't Do This
I’m Too Nervous. I’ll Look Ridiculous. I’m Not Photogenic. I Don’t Look Like Those Women.
Let’s get real: Almost every woman who books a session with us thinks one - or all - of these things.
They’re convinced they’ll look ridiculous. They’re sure they’re too awkward, too nervous, too ‘not photogenic.’ And they’re positive they won’t look like the women on our website.
They’re wrong. But it’s not their fault.
We live in a world that’s constantly telling women they’re not good enough. Not pretty enough, not thin enough, not young enough, not... enough.
You’ve heard that voice in your head a thousand times. It’s the same voice that tells you that you’re too awkward, that you hate how you look in photos, and that this kind of photoshoot is for other women - not you.
You’re not alone. Every woman on our website felt the same way before they booked. They thought they’d be the ‘awkward one,’ the one who looked out of place. They were convinced they wouldn’t be good enough.
But they showed up anyway. And they saw themselves differently for the first time in years.
Here’s why they were wrong - and why you’re wrong, too.
I Can’t Do This
Yes, you can. You don’t need confidence to book a session. You just need 30 seconds of courage. If you’re brave enough to get in touch, we’ll handle the rest
I’ll Look Ridiculous
Every woman thinks that. We’ve photographed over 2,500 women, and not one of them felt confident before their shoot. But here’s the secret: You don’t need to ‘know what to do.’ We guide every pose, every movement, every detail. You just need to follow along. Looking ridiculous isn’t even an option
I’m Not Photogenic
No one is. Not naturally, anyway. But you don’t need to be photogenic. That’s our job. You’re not expected to be a model. You’re expected to be you. We’ll do the rest.
I Don’t Look Like These Women
None of them thought they did either. They were all convinced they’d be the ‘awkward one.’ But we see what you don’t see. We see you without all the self-doubt. And that’s who we capture.
Freedom is the Most Beautiful Thing You’ll Ever Wear
This isn’t about becoming someone you’re not. It’s about seeing that you’ve been that person all along, just under different lighting.
Yes, you can look like this. Because every woman can, when given the same tools. The lighting, the posing, the makeup - they’re all part of the magic.
This is just one version of you. And you don’t have to look like this every day to be enough. Because if you can look like this under these conditions, then you’re already enough in every other moment too.
This isn’t about feeling like a goddess. It’s about feeling like you - and being completely okay with that.
Because freedom from needing to be beautiful is the most beautiful thing you’ll ever wear.
Anna
Your new best friend.
I know this is a big step. But you’ve already come this far. Let’s chat, no pressure.
Call - 01993 210081
Email - anna@smartphotography.co.uk
You’re already brave for making it this far. Ready to take the next step?
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You’re Not the Only One Who Felt This Way
Almost every woman who steps in front of our camera thinks she’ll be the awkward one. The one who won’t look like the others. The one who can’t possibly feel beautiful.
They were wrong. And so are you.
Here are their stories, in their own words - raw, real, and honest.
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I always had confidence issues about how I looked...this has changed the way I look at myself.
I always had confidence issues about how I looked and was really nervous on the day of the photo shoot, but I needn't have been. From the minute I walked in, I was made to feel very welcome and was talked through everything...within a matter of minutes, I wasn't nervous at all. It was the most fantastic experience. My hair and make up looked fabulous and the photo session was second to none.
I would recommend anyone who thinks they cannot look good to do this, I felt amazing after and I still do!! This has changed the way I look at myself and I know I'll go back for another session. Amazing!!!
Jean
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I was absolutely petrified but this changed my whole outlook and my opinion of myself.
I have never felt so comfortable stepping out of my comfort zone. I was absolutely petrified but excited too, both with the photo shoot and then seeing the end result.
Coral
I was absolutely blown away by the whole experience. Anna, Robin and Kristina are the ultimate professionals who offer a bespoke service to ensure that your personal preferences, needs and desires are fulfilled. I had my own ideas of what I was hoping for and I was not disappointed. Robin captured a range of beautiful, classy, sexy and risqué images. For most, I guess this is a once in a lifetime opportunity, so absolutely go for it! Push yourself to the limits and seize the moment, you will not regret it.
After years of self doubt from a relationship where I was never good enough, being told I’m too fat, not athletic and generally made to feel unworthy I couldn’t recommend this experience enough. My now fiancé (soon to be husband) is constantly trying to reverse my low body confidence and encouraged me to take this opportunity when I saw it. He was absolutely right. There were a few moments when I thought I couldn’t go through with it but with Anna’s warmth and support from the moment I got out the car, I made it to the studio. Hollie made me look amazing and Robin is an absolute gentleman with an excellent eye for detail to produce the best images. I would encourage anyone taking part to try the nude pictures. As hard as I found it (I was in tears when deciding to go ahead), seeing the images now I know I would have regretted not doing them. I absolutely love all my images and my fiancé keeps telling me this is what he sees every day. I cannot thank the team enough for helping me see myself differently and would definitely recommend this experience to everyone. Thank you Anna, Robin and Hollie xx
What an experience! From the minute the lovely stylist did my hair and make-up to the end I felt like a film star. I hope the results speak for themselves, I have never felt so glamourous in my life. A game changing experience and one I will repeat one day
I went for grad pictures today, one thing to mention is that they’re very nice people!! I love how they try they’re best to achieve the photos that someone can like and try assorted poses, thank u and loved the photos!!
Loved every second and fab photos at the end! Also have a payment plan which I thought was very good! Thank you so much
I recently booked my second photoshoot with Anna and Robin, my last one being a Tinkerbell inspired shoot a few years ago, this time I booked in for their Festive Boudoir session that they were doing. Being my second shoot with Anna and Robin this experience was even more relaxed and laidback than the first one and the welcome was as warm and friendly as last time. I was pampered by Holly, the brilliant make-up artist and photoshoot assistant, and I absolutely adored my make-up. It was so nice just to catch up and chat with everyone the whole time whilst I was being made-up. The studio has an amazing setup and when decked out in all things Christmassy it looked and felt so seasonal and has really got me in the festive mood ready for Christmas. Robin has such a good knowledge of how the poses will work/look. At times you feel so odd and unconformable trying to pull them off as you can’t imagine in your head what you look like at the time, but once you see the finished images the effort becomes very clear. I love these images just as much as much as the photos from the first shoot. The day will be fondly remembered forever. Emily (Matt) xxx