Welcome to Illuminate Boudoir

Portraits that celebrate your inner light

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The photos:
body-positive, celebratory, natural


 
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The experience:
intentional, affirming, impeccable


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explore My unique, same-day approach to boudoir sessions

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9:00

arrive to the studio

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9:30

empowering
Photoshoot

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12:00

afternoon
break

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4:00

See your final portraits

 
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“As a mom of two busy little kids, I so rarely take an extended period of time to do something for me, to celebrate me.

You made me feel completely comfortable the entire time... and then when I saw my pictures, I truly felt beautiful in my own skin! These are pictures I will absolutely cherish forever.”

— Natalie

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meet the photographer

I’m so happy you’re here!

Hi friend! I'm Alyssa — an optimist, feminist, a big ole’ extrovert, and a Minneapolis boudoir photographer.

My whole approach to boudoir photography is about celebrating your natural beauty. This isn’t a makeover or about playing dress-up; you are already art. My job is to plan a photoshoot that feels authentic to you, to create body-positive photographs that capture your inner light, and to give you heirloom printed art that celebrates this chapter of your life.

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 “I never thought I would feel comfortable with the inherent vulnerability of boudoir photography.

But Alyssa's intentionality in designing the experience made me feel safe, in control, and grounded. She let me know exactly what to expect, gave and affirmed options, modeled poses, used choice-based language, and continually reminded me that this experience was about and for me.

I left the session feeling like my absolute best self: centered, powerful, appreciated, and radiant.” 


— Laura

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Ready to explore more?