Des Moines Boudoir Photographer

Serving Pella, Des Moines, and Central Iowa

Confidence Captured

Elegant. Intimate. Entirely Yours

At With Light & Lens, a boudoir session isn’t just about looking sexy– it’s about showing up exactly as you are and walking away with proof of what you’ve always deserved to see in yourself. Whether you’re trying something new, celebrating a milestone, or surprising someone you love, this is your session: intimate, intentional, and completely on your terms.

The Experience

What to Expect From Your Boudoir Session

Before your session, we’ll connect for a personal style and concept consultation. We’ll talk through your wardrobe, your comfort level, and the mood you want your portraits to capture. This is a judgment-free conversation where we speak freely and respectfully, establishing boundaries that ensure safety, empowerment, and beauty. When your shoot day arrives, every detail is already planned so you can walk in feeling prepared and excited. 

On session day, you’ll be guided through every moment in a space that is warm, private, and completely safe. You won’t have to worry about angles or what to do with your hands. That’s what I’m here for. And I’ve got you covered. Afterwards, every image is professionally edited with care, enhancing your natural beauty while always honoring exactly who you are.

The Final Touch

Portraits That
Celebrate You

After your session, I’ll help you select your favorite images and design custom wall art that feels as stunning and intentional as the experience itself. Whether it’s a single statement portrait or a curated collection displayed in your most personal space, every piece is sized, framed, and styled specifically for you. Plus, I handle every detail from delivery to installation. 

After your session, I’ll help you select your favorite images and design custom wall art and  elegant photo albums so you can continue celebrating your radiant beauty and confidence long after your shoot, either with your partner or with yourself. Whether it’s a single statement portrait for your wall or a curated collection in a luxury album, every piece is sized, framed, and styled specifically for you. Plus, I handle every detail from delivery to installation.

The Experience

How It Works

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Let's Connect

Every session always starts with a casual intro call. We’ll walk through who you are, what you want to capture, and how to make the whole experience feel effortless from start to finish.

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Your Session

I handle every detail in advance so that on shoot day, all you have to do is show up and enjoy it. Whether you want direction on every pose or the freedom to just be yourself, I’ll make sure you feel completely at ease.

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Portraits You’ll Actually Display

After your session, I carefully select and professionally edit your images, enhancing your natural features while preserving the integrity of your look. Then comes the best part: envisioning your portraits as fine art on your walls, in a beautiful luxury album, or anywhere in your home that deserves something beautiful.

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Let's Book Your Shoot!

Begin with a complimentary consultation. We’ll talk through your vision, your story, and the experience that is right for you.