By Natalie Downey
ocal photographer L JessicaJones appreciates the human
form, and her boudoir photography celebrates the intricacies that make a person innately human, and beautiful. A Columbus local, Jess spent some time away from our city before returning to open her photography studio. With over twelve years experience, she decided to switch With Boudoir gears from weddings and family shoots to focus on boudoir photography. She opened her studio in Columbus three years ago and has spent the time since perfecting her process to create a complete experience for her clients. Boudoir photography is all about empowerment and unapologetic worship of the human body. While shedding layers in order to feel more confident may seem contradictory, clients indeed find that the more of themselves they bare, the more of themselves they come to love. But the point is not sexuality; it is empowerment through
they won’t know what to do, like with their hands, and I reassure them that I will tell them exactly what to do in their session. You just have to trust me.” Just a few minutes into talking with Jess, she already feels like a girlfriend one would be comfortable getting dressed up (or undressed) and taking photos with. Her studio invites one to play around with new Photography ideas, and her enthusiasm for using her art to build the confidence of local women is inspiring. Jess doesn’t just snap a few photos; a session with her is an entire experience. When a client books a session with Jess Jones, the process begins with a questionnaire to give Jess a better understanding of the client’s personal interests and wishes for the photoshoot. From wardrobe suggestions to discussing favorite body features, Jess interacts with her clients prior to their booking in order to curate the experience to best
encouraging women to embrace themselves exactly as they are, tune in to a femininity they may have been suppressing, and have fun trying something new. Jess has an eye for the aesthetic components that make a photo a beautiful work of art. Her studio hosts a collection of wardrobe and furniture pieces that range from sexy to fun, allowing her to create a unique shoot for each of her clients. In addition, she has taken posing classes to give her a deeper understanding of how to set up each photo and prompts clients to pose in a way that enhances their features. “I can pose any body type,” Jess explains proudly. “Some people are worried
suit them. When a client arrives for their appointment with Jess, her first stop is at hair and makeup, a collaboration Jess has with Carrie Reap of @makeupbycarrrie. “I have people who have never had their hair and makeup done, who have never treated themselves,” Jess says. “I love seeing people’s transformations.” After hair and makeup, Jess’ clients are ready for their one hour photo shoot in the studio. Jess provides props and accessories, and enjoys the challenge of creating a photo session that is just as unique as each of them. Jess especially loves the fact that her clients are
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