Boudoir Can't Be Rushed: Why I Don't Offer Mini Sessions

There’s a trend out there in photography—mini-sessions, and now even “micro-minis.” Quick, 10–30 minute sessions designed to be fast, easy, and budget-friendly.

But here’s the thing: boudoir isn’t fast food.

It’s not something you can rush, slice into tiny time slots, and expect the same result.

And you’ll never see me offer one. Boudoir Is About More Than Pictures The women who come to me are often nervous, even if they’ve been dreaming about their session for years. They’re excited, yes—but also vulnerable.

It takes time to settle in.

It takes time to shake off the nerves, stop worrying about whether you’re “posing right,” and let that confidence start to show through.

For some women, that spark in their eyes shows up quickly. For others, it takes 30 to 45 minutes before they begin to relax, laugh, and feel at home in front of the camera. And that’s okay.

Because once that spark is there—that’s when the magic happens. Why I Refuse to Rush You You could have everything “perfect”:

-Gorgeous lingerie.

-Professional hair and makeup.

-Perfect lighting and posing.

But if the look isn’t in your eyes, if that confidence hasn’t had time to surface, the images just won’t carry the power you deserve.

That’s why I will never put you on a timer. This isn’t about cramming in as many women as possible in a single day. It’s about creating an experience that’s yours—unhurried, intentional, and deeply personal.

In fact, at the beginning of every session, I ask: “Is there a certain time we need to be done by?” Because I’d rather take my time, overshoot, and give you more than you expected, than ever make you feel rushed. "What about Set Testers"? From time to time, you may see me offer a set tester—a shorter, 30-minute slot to try out a new theme or concept. But here’s the difference: set testers are almost always booked by women who have already shot with me, women who have already found their confidence in front of my camera.

And even then? I’ll be honest—I rarely keep it to 30 minutes. I love what I do too much, and once I start shooting, I can’t help but go over. Boudoir is an experience, not a stopwatch. A boudoir session should feel like an escape.

It should feel like being seen, celebrated, and unapologetically yourself.

And there is no way to capture that in 10 minutes, or 20, or even 30. It’s impossible.

Boudoir deserves more.

You deserve more. That’s why you’ll never see a mini or micro-mini session from me. When you walk into the Boudie Barn, you’ll have the time, the space, and the freedom to enjoy yourself fully—without rushing, without pressure.

Because your confidence, your joy, and your transformation are worth every single minute.