Double the fun! Boudoir Buddies! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photography)

I love boudoir photography so much. If you had told me three years ago how totally head-over-heels I'd be about making women look & feel amazing, I'd have laughed! I had no idea how awesome it would be, and it is totally addictive!

I wish I could just do it for free, but unfortunately I've found that I can't, and I even had to raise my prices because things weren't evening out right! (Try telling your tax man you have a loss because you just had to shoot a boudoir marathon at a hotel!! *blush*)

I do need to update my portfolio some, as I've learned so much in the past three years! I've had a lot of girls agree to let me use their photos, then have a conflict of interest with the hubby. Since I'm not in business to cause friction between couples- quite the opposite- I always respect the requests of the client to not use photos. This usually leaves me a tiny bit disappointed though, because they rocked the session, and I can't show anyone!

So I've been inspired to try two new things to help bring some fresh looks into the business, but in a way that will also help me stay in business! (I was so inspired by all the comments during the Love Yourself giveaway that you would give the session to someone else if you won!)

1. Boudoir Buddies- This is a way to split the cost of a session with your BFF. I stopped doing parties because they weren't working for the style of photography I provide- detailed, intimate, personal. It does work well for a set of close friends who want the experience, but at half the cost. You provide a location, and will rotate sets with your friend. While one of you is changing, the other is in front of the camera! It gives you the comfort of a friend, but the one-on-one experience I prefer to give! If you are interested, just drop me an email naomi@naomikarth.com or you can even call me- 574-527-7405

2. PB Sessions- PB is slang for Portfolio Building. These sessions are truly geared towards the ultra-confident woman, because for a price slash you will be signing your photos over to be used by me for advertising purposes. (It really isn't that bad, as I never go further than you want to, in a session!) These can be at a location of your choosing, and can include makeup by me. Prices will vary by what you want to achieve, and how much input I get. Once again, just send me a line & we'll make it happen! naomi@naomikarth.com or 574-527-7405!

Remember to Love Yourself! ~Naomi

Lilacs and Lollipops! An inspirational pin-up shot by Naomi Karth (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photographer)

I love this shoot so much. I needed to do something creative. My heart was just yearning for it... and Candace is just a great model! She takes direction so very well, and when we got to that last shot- I stopped, because I knew at that moment we couldn't top that look she gave me! She's so gorgeous & I'm so blessed that I know her personally and can convince her that I need to shoot something!! Ha ha!

Anyway, I love what we achieved here- both in terms of style, but also in my technique, and in the finished edit. (Very minimal editing used here, and I love that!)

Wardrobe- Candace LeCount
MUA/Hair- Naomi Karth
Photography & Styling- Naomi Karth

Enjoy!

Love Yourself Grand Prize winner!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photography)

First of all, I have to say I'm so excited for how many entries we had!! (Yay, people like me!)

And I also have to say I am impressed with how many of you were willing to give this to someone else you thought might appreciate it more!! In fact, the winner isn't going to use this for herself, but give it away! You gals are all so awesome!!

So without further delay- here is our winner, and what she had to say:

"mdsmall2004 Apr 21, 2012 08:35 PM

I am not doing this for myself, but for my Aunt B. She is to shy to ever do this on her own, even if she wants to try it! She has lost a ton of weight and deserves this!! She looks amazing. Her 25th anniversary is coming up and I think this would make a great gift for her and her hubby!"

Congratulations, Melissa!! And I can't wait to meet your Aunt & rock her world!!

Now, before you all run off crying because you didn't win... ;) You'll want to stay tuned next week because I'm announcing a couple changes I'm making to the business, and it might just make a session a more affordable option for you!

Thanks again for all the participation!! I am so excited to have some new fans, to be able to give some cool stuff away & I hope you'll continue to spread the word about boudoir photography. It isn't taboo. It isn't even that risque, if you don't want it to be... but it IS fun, a great way to connect with your body & confidence, and believe me (really really believe me) your partner will be blown away!!

Love you all! ~Naomi

LOVE YOURSELF giveaway! The BIG one!! (Warsaw, IN Pin-up Photographer)

Ok, so this is the prize most of you have been waiting for!! I'm giving away one free mini boudoir session (valued at $200)!! It includes- a complete makeup application, and a half hour photography session with your's truly! (Um, that would be Naomi Karth, in case you didn't know!)

I had to place a few limitations on it- it must take place locally (Warsaw, IN). If you win & are from out of town, you can take advantage by either using a friend's house or renting a local hotel room. We don't offer hair services at this time, but you are welcomed to have your hair done prior to the session. You will need to provide your own outfit(s). You are able to purchase an extra half hour (for the price of $100) if you wish. Session needs to be redeemed by the end of 2012 and will be subject to artist's availability. (Meaning don't wait til Dec 29th to try to schedule this baby!!)

Now, a little about me, and why I'm doing this first.

That photo is of me. It was taken in a hotel room, using a crappy hotel room light. But I love it because I look how I felt that day! I felt SO sexy and alive! Boudoir photography does that for you! It is the most amazing thing you can do as a woman to connect with your body (and your partner).

The LOVE YOURSELF campaign came into idea shortly after Valentine's Day, when I noticed some very eligible (and amazing) women having issues with a day that basically glorifies gifts as a way to love someone. To truly love someone, you need to first love yourself. Because, you are essentially giving yourself to that other person.

So today's initial entry is thought provoking, and MUST be entered before you can do any of the others...

1. What do YOU like about your body?

(That's it... but I know for some women it is the hardest thing to answer. Answer it you must- if you want to enter the contest today! Yes, I know previous entries count, but I'd really really like for you to answer just this one question!!)

Other enteries-

2. Facebook this & comment with the link.

3. Pin It & comment with the link.

4. Tweet this & comment with the link. (be sure to include @naomikarth & #loveyourself)

5. Blog about this & comment with the link.

Entries can be made until noon on Sunday (4-22-12) and the grand prize winner will be announced Sunday at 1 pm!! So get your butt in motion!!

Lush winner!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photography)

I'm surprised more didn't enter to win the LUSH- that stuff is amazing! (I have a little secret to tell behind why I chose LUSH to give away- I can no longer enjoy LUSH. I have extreme skin sensitivities and I actually had to sell off most of my LUSH stash. I kept one limited edition bath bomb, which I smell from time to time, and sold the rest. It was really hard to do, but I'm glad it all has or had a good home now!)

Our LUSH winner is...

TIFFANY LLOYD!!!!

Congratulations, Tiffany!! I'll be in touch soon to find out how to get your $32 card to you!! ~N

It's my birthday!!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photographer)

For my birthday this year, I'm giving away a $32 (my age) gift card to my favoritest store ever-

LUSH!!

Lush is a bath & cosmetic store that specializes in products that either require no packaging or minimal (and recyclable) packaging. They don't test on animals, and most of their products are vegetarian! (You can redeem your prize via their online store or they have a store in the Glenbrook Mall in Fort Wayne (in the Macy's cosmetic dept.)

Pictured below is one of my favorites- and their best sellers- Sex Bomb! A pink fizzy bath bomb that smells of jasmine!

Two ways to enter today-

1. Comment on what is your ultimate luxury!

2. Post a link on Facebook to this page or the boudoir page in general (and comment for that!)

Just added another option for entry- 3. Tweet about this, blog about it on your personal blog, pin it or find some other way to broadcast this, post how you did it in a comment here & I'll give you another chance at this!!

Contest ends at Midnight tonight! Winner will be announced Sat am and remember ALL entries qualify for the Grand Prize drawing (a free boudoir shoot)!!!!!!!!

Canvas Contest winner!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photographer)

A big cheer for our canvas winner-


JENNA CARTER!!!

I can't wait to see which photo she chooses to use!!

Stay tuned for tomorrow's giveaway- it's my birthday, so I'm doing something I'd love to win, but I'm giving it away instead!!

Love Yourself FREE Canvas Giveaway! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photographer)

Today's prize is pretty awesome- I'm excited that I can give it away, and I'm excited for whoever gets it, because it. is. awesome! (I realize I already said that, but that makes it double awesome!)

The giveaway for today is a 16" by 20" thick canvas display!! (a $240 value!!) The example below is one we used for the local wedding expo & I love it!!

To enter today's giveaway, you have 3 options to chose from, or you can do them all! (Just be sure to leave a comment for EACH thing you do so you get extra entries!! And remember these will all add up for the grand prize giveaway!!) You have until Thursday 4/19/12, 8pm to enter!!

1. Comment on what photo you'd pick to redeem this giveaway prize!

2. Tweet this: "@naomikarth #loveyourself giveaway Win a 16x20 canvas! http://www.naomikarth.com/2012/04/love-yourself-free-canvas-giveaway.html", and comment here that you did.

3. Repost the link to this blog on Facebook, and comment here that you did.

Please note- if you can't leave a comment on here, please come back & try again in 10-15 minutes. If it still doesn't take, you may leave a comment on the Facebook post & I will submit your name. I have to approve all comments so they won't appear right away! THANKS! ~N

Starbucks winner!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photography)

Alrighty- first winner in our Love Yourself contest is about to be revealed!!

Thanks for everyone who participated in just this first step!! Remember that all your entries will go towards our grand prize drawing of a free mini boudoir session with me!

The winner of the $25 Starbucks gift card is.........

JAMIE SHUMAKER!!

Woo hoo!! Congratulations, girl!!

LOVE Yourself!! (Warsaw, IN Boudoir Photographer)

Alrighty, my babes, I know you've all been waiting for this- I came up with this idea back around Valentine's Day, and just haven't had the time to really launch a contest until this week!

This contest is about learning to love yourself, winning some cool stuff & helping spread the word about me as an artist! The big giveaway will be Sunday- when one lucky local chica is going to win a free half hour session with me & my assistant- makeup included! To earn entries I'll be posting a contest or survey for you to participate in each day! You still get entered for the grand prize, even if you win one of the smaller prizes!

Today's entry is quick & painless- To win a $25 Starbucks card, all you need to do is leave a comment on this blog post of one thing you do each day (such as treating yourself to coffee) that helps you feel relaxed & loved! (I'll take entries until noon tomorrow! Winner will be determined via Random.org)

PS~ Earn an additional entry by liking my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/naomikarthboudoir and commenting about that as well! (If you've already liked my page just leave a comment that you already did! <3)

READY. SET. GO!