South Mississippi moms, reclaim your confidence with boudoir photography in Vancleave, MS. Celebrate your beauty, strength, and self-love in every chapter.
Read MoreExperience empowering boudoir photography in Vancleave, MS 39565. South Mississippi women step in unsure and leave confident, radiant, and unapologetically beautiful.
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Nerves before your boudoir session? You’re not alone—and you don’t need to be fearless to show up. In this post, I’m sharing simple tips to get into the right headspace, let go of self-judgment, and fully embrace the experience. Confidence doesn’t come first—it comes through the process.
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Not sure what really happens during a boudoir session? Take a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to shoot with Candace Gurley Photography—from the moment you walk in, to the pampering, posing, and emotional image reveal. Every step is designed to help you feel empowered, comfortable, and confident.
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Think you have to feel fearless and flawless before booking a boudoir session? Here’s the truth: confidence isn’t a requirement—it’s the result. In this post, I’m sharing what really happens during a session, why nerves are totally normal, and how women like you find their strength the moment they decide to show up. You don’t need to change a thing—just bring yourself.
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Imagine stepping into the spotlight, not to conform to an idealized image, but to authentically showcase the beauty of who you are—flaws, imperfections, and all. This is your moment to shine, to reclaim ownership of your narrative, and to boldly declare, "I am enough, just as I am." 🎉💖
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In a world that often demands conformity, embracing our authenticity becomes an act of rebellion—a declaration of self-love and empowerment. Candace is committed to capturing more than just photographs; she strives to encapsulate the essence of who you are—the laughter, the vulnerability, the strength—in every shot. Each image will serve as a testament to your courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit. Through the art of boudoir photography, we invite you to shed the weight of expectations and rediscover the beauty of being unapologetically you. Join us on a journey of self-discovery, confidence, and liberation as we celebrate the raw, unfiltered essence that makes you uniquely beautiful.
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Building self-confidence is a journey that begins with self-awareness and acceptance. In our lates blog post, we delve into practical tips and empowering insights to help you cultivate a strong sense of confidence from within. Explore strategies to silence self-doubt, embrace your strengths, and navigate challenges with resilience. Join us on this transformative journey towards unlocking your full potential and embracing a life filled with self-assurance and empowerment.
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A little about me----My name is Candace Gurley, I am your photographer and personal hype woman, I am a wife, a mommy, a major book worm, and I'm what you may refer to as a bit of a photography fiend. Some call my love of photography an obsession; I call it a passion. Either way, one thing's for certain: I love taking pictures! Better yet, I love taking pictures of people. Landscapes are cool, but there's something about engaging with real life humans that takes my job to the next level of fun. I feel so lucky to get to do what I love.
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As women, we often have a critical voice in our head, telling us we're not good enough. We compare ourselves to others, scrutinize our flaws and focus on what we don't like about ourselves. But what if there was a way to silence that negative voice and unleash your confidence? What if there was a way to celebrate your body, your femininity, and your unique beauty? There is, and it's called a boudoir session.
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The importance of self-love and body confidence has grown in our society, but it can be difficult to learn how to practice those values. Boudoir photography can be a great way to celebrate your body and help you become more comfortable in your own skin. Let’s explore why boudoir photography is such an empowering practice.
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“Seeing my finished photos was a huge confidence booster. This middle-aged, post-four-kids body's still got it! I did the session as a gift for my husband but I feel a bit selfish because I think I got more out of it than he did (even though he LOVED the photos, definitely the best gift I've given him in 16 years of marriage). It has been really hard for me not to share any of the pics on social media (I'm in a career where that wouldn't be appropriate). I didn't expect to want other people to see them but I'm really proud of them, I look hot!”
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“Since having my daughter, my body had gone through changes that were opposite to most others. Loosing too much weight and not being able to gain back, when you were originally on the smaller size anyways was extremely hard for me. Looking in the mirror exhausted me. I seen and heard how everyone said that a session with you was life changing. It was said that it helped boost self confidence so much, and that I needed. I also thought about it being an amazing wedding gift for my soon to be husband.”
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One of the amazing perks about working with Candace Gurley Photography is our incredible Client Wardrobe. We’ve specially curated our closet for boudoir, and we’ll be with you every step of the way to make you sure you look and feel amazing!
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Believe it or not, the holidays are fast approaching! If you want to have your boudoir session and have your products back in time for Christmas or Valentine’s Day, this post will give you some important dates and information.
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This year I have had two major milestones in my life. I turned 40 and celebrated my 15th wedding anniversary. As the year progressed, I began to think about where I am now. It is so hard to define ourselves as women beyond the roles we play in other people’s lives. I am a wife, mother of two boys, teacher, etc. Over the course of the last decade or so, I felt as if I had lost some of what made me – me. I wanted to do something to shake me out of my day to day routine and remember what it was like to see myself in the mirror and not focus on the small lines, changing body type, and graying hair. I stumbled across Candace’s Facebook page and was so mesmerized by the images she created.
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Did your fears ease after the shoot began?
“I immediately felt as ease once I met Candace in person. Prior to my shoot, we went over my outfits, desired looks, and how things would work. Getting the run down, with my clothes on first, was comforting. She spent time creating a comforting atmosphere by talking to me and laughing with me while I was getting my hair and makeup done. Once we began, Candace told me everything I needed to know. Every pose, the way to make my lips look, the girl even cleaned the bottom of my feet for me in between shots... that's dedication!!!!!”
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“I am so glad that I completed the session because I can look back at my photos and think how I felt that day. If I ever have a bad day where I am self doubting myself I go back and look at the photos! All of the self-confidence that I had that day comes back!”
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Today marks our third year of specializing in boudoir portraits! It has been a journey! I have gotten to work and meet so many incredible women. We have grown and changed so much just this past year alone. We now have our very own studio dedicated to our boudoir portraits. AND… we are getting ready to open a Lingerie Boutique that will have sizes small-4x!
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“Before doing this shoot with Candace, I never imagined myself being this adventurous behind a camera. I’ve always been super shy and conservative, but after seeing her work, I knew I wanted some of her shots. It’s artwork in the form of lingerie and beauty.
After I signed up, I will admit, I was still super nervous to take the plunge because that’s my impurities, my imperfections, out there for the world to see, but then I realized a part of this process is coming to terms with the fact that if you’re ok with your imperfections, other people will be too(if not then they don’t matter.) They may not even realize they are there. So after coming to terms with that- I was SUPER stoked!”…
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