Ms Hope from Discovery Bay, CA

Hope is a mother of two and she wanted a little bit of “me” time. Like all the new mothers out there, we love our children to bits but now and then we need to feel refreshed and energized and doing something for ourselves. What better way than enjoying a confidence boosting boudoir session where you are the centre of attention for a full day?

At Laura Squire Studios we help you in so many ways! Makeovers are always on point (as one of my clients said just recently), we help you with wardrobe selection (and we offer pieces from our client closet as well), I always guide you throughout the shoot and create something different and special for each one of you.

Here is her gallery! You can tell she loves purple, posing and being herself! I loved having you in the studio and thank you for letting me share your beautiful pictures.

The Greatest Love Of All

Why invest in a professional boudoir session with Laura Squire Studios, when you could use the same money to buy a dishwasher or another fun domestic appliance instead?  You could even buy a couple of years' worth of yummy cat food!

Well, my clients generally tell me they do it for one of four reasons.  The first is for their partner.  For example, the partner might be posted abroad and missing his lover.  Saucy pictures will spice up his long lonely evenings and encourage him to  come straight home from leave and not be distracted by wicked sexy foreigners.  Distance can put a strain on any relationship and reminding him of the gorgeous woman waiting in the marital bed can work wonders.

A second reason is when you are looking for a lover.  One of our tasteful yet sassy studio images posted on a dating website or attached to a romantic & steamy love letter sure beats a grainy selfie taken in your bathroom.   

A third very common reason is to prove motivation when dieting or on an exercise regime . Through my lighting, posing and my amazing editor's magic, pounds can be shed and double chins reduced.  You then have goal to work for - the pictures are of the woman you wish to become.  Many of my clients do this and they tell me it works.  It is what psychologists call 'visualising your goal'.  You could do this in your head, but seeing what you hope to  become is considerably more effective.

The last and possibly best reason is that your session is just for you.  You are beautiful and we can manifest that through our work.  We bring out your essence and commemorate it.  You see the woman that you know you are reflected in our work and surely this is the greatest love of all. 

Schedule a time in my calendar and let’s chat!

I Am Too Shy To Have A Boudoir Session!

Shyness is like being frozen in terror at night when you hear a creak and imagine it might be a bogeyman or a bloodthirsty intruder.  Even if your fears are correct and there really is a burglar in the house, hiding your head under the pillow won't save you.  Far better would be to grab the nearest weapon  - a full chamber pot will do at a pinch - and race towards the perceived threat yelling at the top of your lungs.  You will feel a little daft if the cause is your new cat, but at least you won't lie awake for hours, your eyes bulging in terror.

As with all fears, the best way to deal with shyness is through confrontation.   You can't cure it by taking baby steps; you cure it by throwing yourself into the very centre of the maelstrom.  For example, If you feel nervous about expressing your views, don't mumble, whisper, or sit silently in the back row of the room; stride onto the stage, strut and shout. If you are attracted to someone at a party, don't imagine that avoiding eye contact and huddling in a corner will get their attention. He or she is not going to penetrate your mind and read your thoughts if you make yourself invisible. Far better, is to gaze into their eyes and flirt shamelessly.

A boudoir session can be especially stressful for shy people, but it is another example of the need to confront the object of fear.  What is there to worry about?  Will the photographer laugh at your plumpish tummy, sneer mercilessly at a few stretchmarks or have a hysterical meltdown at the size of your breasts?  Rest assured that Laura Squire has photographed hundreds of women of all shapes and sizes.  She will put you at your ease and help you discover your inner beauty.  Whether curvy or svelte, tall or short, you will learn to accept yourself for who you are. What's more you will come away with a collection of professionally edited pictures and a huge increase in self confidence.  

Don't be crippled by shyness.  Take the plunge today.

A Sassy Firefighter’s Boudoir Session

Mayra was in Puerto Rico on a break frmoo her duties when she initially called to inquire back in late 2020. She is a firefighter, fighting the fires we are sadly so used to nowadays in California. She told me she wanted to get away from her tomboyish activities and enjoy a day of pampering and exploring her feminine side. In her words: I want to do more girly things! Who could blame her? I could only thank her for her service and was so happy she stepped in her feminine power and wanted me to photograph her. Many months later, due to reschedules because, you know.. fires, real fires -she has been so busy, fighting fires from a helicopter in Tahoe in 2021, it’s been difficult to get her in the studio! - she was ready.

This girl was giggling the whole time! Mayra’s boudoir session was powerful and memorable. I took her through many sexy and powerful poses and she killed it! She is beautiful, feminine, sexy! Enough said, the pictures speak for themselves!

At Laura Squire Studios, we take care of all the small details, so you can have a blast! Let’s chat about your own boudoir session!

Hair&Makeup Irene Rios

Photo Editing Mark Squire

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My Husband Is Too Mean

Never fall for this one:

Wife: I am considering a boudoir session.

Husband: Why spend all that money? Let's buy a camera and I'll take pictures of you.  It will be so much cheaper.

Wife: OK

So, after a few weeks of research, a top of the range Nikon appears at the door and is promptly moved  to the 'man cave'.   The husband disappears too ... for a very long time.  When he does show himself, he looks a bit haggard and is muttering weird technical things like "depth of field" and "bloody ISO". More boxes arrive containing costly lenses, which the husband explains are essential  for his 'craft'.

Finally, the day comes.  The kids are sent to see a movie and a far too confident husband appears wielding his new toy.   "Do something," he instructs his wife.  They look at each other thoughtfully and he suggests that she stands on one leg while displaying her 'sexy bits'.  The session has begun. 

An hour or so later, husband and wife review the images.  Things are not good. 

"Should my hands and ears look quite so big and shouldn't my nose be in focus? And why is this one so blurry?  And these look kind of blueish. And, I  know I am bit curvy, but .. OH MY GOD".  Shouts and tears ensue.  The wife  retreats to the bathroom and the husband returns to the den furiously clutching a beer.

Time passes.  the camera is traded in for a session ticket for the Giants and the wife is sadly looking at the credit card statement.    It could have been so much better.

The Moral of the Story: Avoid marital conflict and invest  in a boudoir session with Laura Squire Studios today.  You know it makes sense! Check out some before and afters from sessions and get in touch!

Laura Squire Studios is based on the coast in Half Moon Bay and serves the entire San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, Monterey and beyond. Come to the coast to be pampered for a day! You know you deserve it.

Why we include hair and makeup with every boudoir session (and why you will love it)

We include Professional Hair and Makeup with all our boudoir sessions for two reasons.

The first is simply because our studio equipment (cameras, lenses) are top of the line and will pick up every pore and hair on your beautiful face (no one wants that though, am I right?). Having your hair and makeup done hides any imperfections you may have on the day of your shoot and helps accentuate your bone structure, eyes, etc. which will really stand out in your photos! Our Hair and Makeup Artists will work with you on creating the perfect look that best suits you and your style.

The second reason is that a boudoir session can be a little intimidating for most people and that’s totally understandable. We want to make this experience as relaxing and stress free as possible for you, which is why we include Professional Hair and Makeup.

Most women walk through our door on the day of their session anxious for their shoot, but we found that all goes away once their Hair and Makeup is done! Your confidence gets a little boost when you look in the mirror and see your bombshell curls and makeup.

Thinking about planning a shoot?

We would love to chat with you about booking your own boudoir experience with us.

To inquire: go here OR click the button below !

Irene Rios is our fabulous Hair and Makeup Artist. She is amazingly talented and we promise you will love the results!

Mrs Valicia’s Boudoir Session

Valicia was so fun to photograph. But then, all my clients are. Everyone brings a different vibe to the shoot and I love working with all of you! Valicia is a wife and a mother and her easy going personality and colorful spirit shone through her images! Her boudoir session resulted in many diverse images, in part also due to the colorful wardrobe she brought and lots of textures. I recommend all my clients to bring a variety of looks (about 6-8) that include bodysuits, 2 piece panty and bra sets, chunky sweaters or jerseys, classic shirts and heels! We also offer a variety of pieces in the studio closet, such as this sparkly black mesh bodysuit which is a glamorous and sexy option! We also offer red soled shoes, soon in most sizes!

Lenore from Modesto, CA

I had the pleasure of photographing Lenore both in the studio and on the beach. Her session included the Dark Angel Wings, the Green Forest illusion robe and the Eternal Ember Mermaid Tail.

Ms Monica from Santa Rosa,CA

We had a blast with Monica, from Santa Rosa, California. This was her 2nd session with us, this time in our studio in Half Moon Bay. She wanted to try out one of our gorgeous mermaid tails both in the studio and on the beach! She had a blast! Can you tell? This beautiful plus size lady allowed herself to be pampered and to have some lovely images that she will cherish forever!

We offer extensions on the beach with or without mermaid tails so please ask us about them! They are such a fun way to end your glam day !

Photography by Laura Squire, Principal Photographer

Image Editing by Mark Squire, Principal Editor

Hair and Makeup by Irene Rios, Aqua Beauty Lounge

Ms Laura from Carson City, NV

Photography by Laura Squire, Principal Photographer

Image Editing by Mark Squire, Principal Editor

Hair and Makeup by Irene Rios, Aqua Beauty Lounge

A boudoir session with a powerful message

This beautiful lady is fighting breast cancer, and is now undergoing chemotherapy. Pictures were taken a few weeks ago in our new studio, just days before surgery. No words can describe what she is going through and I know I can't.

But, her wish was that together with these images I post links to breast cancer resources, self exam and regular screening.

To all women reading this: DO YOUR SELF EXAM! GO TO YOUR REGULAR SCREENINGS!

Dear F, we wish you lots of strength to beat this damn thing. I have you in my thoughts .

In her own words, quote:

"Ladies, do your self exam!!!

My tumor was found because I felt it!

And even though I felt it, I still feel like an idiot that I didn’t feel it sooner, at the time of diagnosis the mass was already >5cm!! How did I miss that?!?

How do to breast self-exam: https://www.breastcancer.org/symp.../testing/types/self_exam