How Much Will I Spend on My Boudoir Photography | Boston Boudoir Photography
Planning a Boston Boudoir session with Ryan Richardson Photography? Here are some costs you might consider beyond the package price.
If you're planning to shoot a luxury boudoir session, it's important to create a budget that works for you. While boudoir photography can be a great way to celebrate your body and feel confident, it can also be an investment beyond just your session fee and you should expect to spend another 10-25% of your package costs on proper preparations. Here are some things to consider when creating your budget:
Photographer's Fees
The first thing you need to consider is the photographer's fees. A luxury boudoir session with a professional photographer can cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on their experience, expertise, and what’s included in the package. As a Boston boudoir photographer our packages range from $500 to $3,000 with the average client spending $1,500 with a print collection.
Wardrobe and Accessories
Next, you need to factor in the cost of your wardrobe and accessories. Luxury boudoir sessions often require high-quality lingerie and accessories, which can add up quickly but if you’re okay with fast fashion or something you’ll wear once there are plenty of alternatives. Consider investing in a few key pieces that you can mix and match and that you’ll be able to enjoy wearing for a while..
Hair and Makeup
Hair and makeup are an important part of any boudoir session, and you'll want to hire a professional to make sure you look your best. Budget for a hair and makeup artist that can help you achieve the look you want for your photos and if you have a longer shoot scheduled you maybe be able to go through multiple looks to give your set more variety. Plan for between $150 and $500 depending on the services you require.
Self-Care and Indulgence
Many of our clients want to treat themselves to a luxury experience in the lead up to their session as well, starting off the day of the shoot with a spa package or massage so they arrive at the shoot full relaxed and feeling ready to rock the shoot. Other clients sometimes plan for a night out on the town after their shoot, taking advantage of the energy and confidence they get from the session (as well as their hair and makeup) to have a fun evening painting the town red.
Location and Props
Depending on the type of boudoir session you're interested in, you may need to factor in the cost of a location and any props or furniture you'll need. Luxury boudoir sessions often take place in high-end hotels or other upscale locations, which can come with a higher price tag in Boston. For our sessions, a basic location fee is built in but unusual or exclusive spots might mean either additional set up or costs for permits and permissions.
Prints and Albums
Finally, consider the cost of prints and albums. Many photographers offer prints and albums as part of their packages, but you'll want to budget for any additional prints or albums you may want to purchase. Our bare essentials collection includes an image portfolio set or bound photo album, which can make for a great gift for either yourself or someone special.
A luxury boston boudoir session can be a wonderful way to celebrate your body and feel confident, but it's important to create a budget that works for you. By considering the photographer's fees, wardrobe and accessories, hair and makeup, location and props, and prints and albums, you can create a budget that allows you to have a memorable and enjoyable boudoir session.
Ryan Richardson is a wedding and boudoir photographer serving Boston and beyond; including Cape Cod Weddings, New England Weddings, Massachusetts Weddings and Rhode Island Weddings.