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Chicago Boudoir with Liz Hansen: Safe, Empowering, Unapologetically You
Episode 97
Chicago boudoir photography meets radical self-confidence in this conversation with photographer Liz Hansen. If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens during a boudoir session—and why so many women call it life-changing—this episode is your backstage pass. “Sexy is a vibe, not a size” sets the tone for a body-positive, age-inclusive approach to portraits that feel like you.
About Liz:
Liz Hansen is the owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography, a boutique studio that empowers women to feel confident in their bodies, relationships and lives. Liz opened her commercial studio in 2018 and has since photographed more than 2,000 women. She has been featured on the TEDx stage, on National Public Radio and with the Association of International Boudoir Photographers. Liz holds a BA in Art and an MA in Education. She lives in the Chicago area with her husband and two teenage daughters.
Takeaways:
- How a guided boudoir session rebuilds self-trust and visibility
- What safety, consent, and privacy look like in a real studio
- Wardrobe, hair/makeup, and posing tips for real bodies
- Retouching ethics and why “perfect” is not the point
- Why midlife is the perfect time to step in front of the camera
Index of Key Topics:
- Chicago boudoir | client experience | safety & consent
- Wardrobe planning | hair/makeup | posing micro-coaching
- Body neutrality vs. body positivity | retouching ethics
- Midlife visibility | self-image | legacy portraits
Liz's Website: https://chicago-boudoir.com/
Social Media links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagoboudoir
VIP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VIPChicago
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicago.boudoir/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagoboudoir
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-hansen-9aab35173/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChicagoBoudoirPhotography
TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9bkhCXpmIE
Free e-book: https://chicago-boudoir.com/free
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Published on 2 weeks ago