Luxury boudoir photography in San Diego for women who are ready to do something completely, unapologetically for themselves.
Nervous? Perfect. Most women are.
You don't need to know how to pose, what to wear, where to look, or what the hell to do with your hands.
That's my job.
AN ALL-WOMEN STUDIO FOR THE ULTIMATE EMPOWERMENT EXPERIENCE
You've spent a lot of years taking care of everyone else.
You've built the career. Raised the kids. Managed the schedules. Remembered the birthdays. Planned the vacations. Kept approximately 4,000 plates spinning at once.
Maybe it's time to do something simply because you want to.
Not because you lost the weight.
Not because somebody gave you permission.
And not because you need sexy photographs for someone else.
Because one day you're going to look back at the woman you are right now and realize something you may have trouble seeing today:
She was pretty damn incredible.
And she deserved to exist in photographs.
Different ages. Different bodies. Different comfort levels.
And almost every one of them started by telling me some version of:
“I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing.”
Excellent.
You don't need to.
Actually, that would make my job considerably less interesting.
The women you see on this website are real women.
They have wrinkles. Stretch marks. Bellies. Cellulite. Things they love about themselves and things they'd rather I work a little photographic magic around.
You know.
Bodies.
You don't need to lose 15 pounds first.
You don't need to know your “good side.”
And you definitely don't need to practice posing in your bathroom mirror.
That's what lighting, posing, styling, professional hair and makeup—and a photographer who knows what she's doing—are for.
You bring yourself. I'll take care of the rest.
HEAR HOW THEY FELT AFTER THEIR SESSION
“Her friendliness totally made me feel at ease.”
“Her attention to detail and artistry were beautiful.”
“I encourage every woman to consider doing this.”
“It was empowering, and the results are incredible.”
FROM NATURAL BEAUTY TO BOMBSHELL
The transformation you see isn't a filter or heavy editing. It's what happens when professional hair and makeup, expert posing, and the right lighting come together. No experience is needed. Just show up, and we'll take care of the rest!
HEAR MORE ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE
GIVE YOURSELF THE CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE IT BECAUSE IT’S SO MUCH FUN.
“…I think the biggest surprise was how comfortable I felt during the session. Since I’d never done anything like this before, I didn’t feel confident about posing or knowing what to do. But the experience felt really natural, and I was amazed at how comfortable and confident I became throughout the shoot.”
TESSIE
“…What really surprised me was how comfortable the entire experience felt. Going from being modest to more revealing outfits felt so seamless and natural. Kim does such an amazing job making you feel comfortable and guiding you into poses that flatter you in the best way. I honestly thought I was going to have a serious resting face in all the photos, but they turned out way better than I ever expected.”
ASHLEY
KIM IS REALLY INCREDIBLE AT WHAT SHE DOES, AND THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE WAS JUST AWESOME.
“…I had so much fun. I really enjoyed getting my hair and makeup done and being able to relax during that time. I loved getting to know Kim and the space and just becoming more comfortable throughout the experience.”
AMANDA
LOVE NOTES FROM MY PAST CLIENTS
“Was nervous about the session but the whole vibe starts when you walk in the door. Being greeted by Kim, I can’t explain her calmness and professionalism… My shoot was for my 50th birthday, but also a gift for my husband who absolutely was surprised by the photos which came out AMAZING! If you can do it i highly recommend Kim!”
“From start to finish, my experience was absolutely fantastic. Kim was not only incredibly talented but also fun to work with - she instantly made me feel comfortable, confident, and completely at ease in front of the camera. If you're thinking about doing a shoot, don't be shy, don't hesitate - you will not regret it!”
“Kim Kelley Boudoir made me feel confident and comfortable from the moment I walked in. Her professionalism and creativity resulted in stunning photos that exceeded my expectations. The session was empowering, and the final images were both elegant and beautiful.”
5 STAR TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST CLIENTS
Make it stand out
“I’ve never felt more beautiful when looking at actual pictures of ME”
MISS A
“I encourage every woman to consider doing this. I did it just for me.”
MISS J
“I was beyond impressed with how the photos turned out. They were stunning, tasteful, and captured exactly what I had hoped for and more.”
Heirloom quality made to last a lifetime.
Crafted by artisans from archival-quality material, and handmade in the finest fashion, we offer nothing but the very best in options and craftsmanship to our clients.
ABOUT YOUR BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHER
And yes, I'm going to tell you what to do with your hands.
I've been photographing women long enough to know that almost nobody walks into a boudoir studio feeling completely confident.
Good news: confidence is not a prerequisite.
My job isn't only to create beautiful photographs of you.
It's to make the part before the beautiful photographs feel surprisingly easy.
We're going to talk. We're going to laugh. I'm going to pose you down to your fingertips. At some point I'll probably be on the floor demonstrating something ridiculous.
And somewhere along the way, you're going to stop worrying quite so much about how you look...
…and start having a really good time.
By the end of the day, I don't want you thinking:
“Thank God that's over.”
I want you thinking:
“Wait. We're DONE?”
5 STAR BOUDOIR EXPERIENCE
“Once you step in and you look at all the props and all the little backgrounds, you'll get so excited. I know I did right away.
I did poses that you would never thing of doing on your own… But they came out and they were super cute.”
“I was recommended by some other individuals who live in San Diego. During the session, I felt super comfortable and welcomed into the space, cared about, loved, and appreciated.
It's freeing, and you get to learn all the things. But yeah, definitely get more into with yourself, I guess.”
“It’s funny now, seeing the photos; I feel like this was partially for me and partially for my fiance.
And seeing the photos is shocking. This is what I can look like, which is crazy. I didn’t feel rushed… I think it was the perfect amount of time to be very comfortable moving through different outfits and different settings.”
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
A: We have so much FUN and we laugh a TON! I’m not rushing to get you in and out before the next session starts, you are the only client I will have that day. We plan the perfect session with only you in mind.
There will be multiple emails and texts and phone calls before you even come in to make sure we get this right. Sometimes this shoot is a once in a lifetime event, so we are going to make the most of it! And my main goal is not necessarily to sell you the biggest album, but to make sure you enjoy yourself, have fun, believe you are beautiful, and walk out with more confidence than you’ve ever felt before!
A:Boudoir is highly subjective, for this reason ALL of your images are offered in print and digital format for purchase during your viewing session. This allows you to only purchase what you desire and not feel forced into getting products you do not want.
The session cost covers the cost of the photographers time to take your photos during your scheduled session time and the cost of the studio. Print Products and Digital images are sold separately.
A: The session retainer is non-refundable.
Cancellations made within 14 days of your scheduled session are subject to a $50 hair and makeup fee. This fee covers reserved services and artist availability.
A: Yes, all digital images come with full copyright.
A: Due to the nature of this product, no refunds are available.
We will go through your images at the reveal and you will choose only what you’d like to purchase. All sales are final.
A: Yes, I do take couple sessions. Please call or email the studio for details.
Kim Kelley Photography is located at 7484 University Ave #340, La Mesa, CA 91942.
Yes. LGBTQ+ clients are welcome, and so are couples of every kind for couples sessions. You will be respected and guided from the first message to the final reveal. If you have any specific concerns before booking, just ask on your consult call and we will talk it through!
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