In The Hot Seat

In The Hot Seat
So I put myself in the hot seat, so to speak. I booked my own boudoir session. Being a boudoir photographer I always felt bad that I had never gone through the experience of a shoot for myself. I know so many talented local photographers, but this was a boudoir session, I didn't feel quite comfortable going to someone I knew. I really wanted to feel the way my clients feel, I don't know them and they don't really know me. This can be a scary and nerve-wrecking feeling, so I had to really put myself in the same situation.

As a photographer I have a constant urge to learn and grow my skills. I have taken workshops and received educational training with respected photographers such as Christa Meola, Sue Bryce, The Boudoir Divas, and Jennifer Rozenbaum. My future plan is to have a session with everyone of my mentors, but I had to pick one to start. So I did just that, I booked my NYC boudoir session with Jennifer Rozenbaum.

I was excited and nervous about doing the shoot. The shopping for outfits part as always was an awesome experience, I mean who doesn't love shopping. I wanted a few things my hubby would love and something special just for me. Now, unlike most of my clients, my hubby knew I was doing a session. This session was for me because I am so proud of the woman I am and where I am in life that I knew it was the right time to capture that. Hubby gets to reap the benefits of some steamy pics of me. I still kept some mystery though, I didn't show him any of the outfits or sneak peaks, I waited to show him the gallery when it was ready.

So I did it, my session was booked, flight and hotel were all set, and all the outfits were packed. The day arrived to head out to NYC; when we woke up my husband (Dylan) checked the flight status and said, "the flight is delayed until 8:00pm tonight, what should we do?" I couldn't risk the flight not making it, my shoot was at 10am the next day. So my amazing husband says, "let's drive, it will be fun." I couldn't believe he was willing to drive 7 hours for me to make this happen, but then again he is pretty amazing. So a road trip to NYC it was.

The trip was pretty easy going only a bit of traffic when we got closer to the city, dinner was good, the hotel was nice, and I was able to get a good night sleep. Rise and shine...we started the morning with some really crappy hotel breakfast, then hit the train to head to the studio. It was crazy hot and humid that day. We had some time to kill so we went to the coffee shop down the street to grab an iced tea. Then it all started to hit me and I started to get really nervous. I couldn't tell if I was nervous to meet Jen or for my shoot. We started to walk down the street towards the studio and I couldn't believe how nervous I was, now I was finally feeling what my clients feel when they walk to my door. I was buzzed in, kissed my hubby bye and climbed the massive staircase to meet Jen at the top. I gave her a big hug as if I had known her forever and instantly felt better. 

Jen was awesome, she is so fun, lighthearted, and real just like how I like to be with my clients. The session went by so fast and I had such an amazing time.

It took me a while to really process how the whole session went and what it was like going through my process. I finally came to the conclusion that I offer a pretty kick ass experience to my clients. From providing tons of helpful info and advice to a personalized experience that she will never forget. I am so proud of Bubbles & Berries Boudoir and so lucky to get all of the amazing clients that trust me and walk out my door feeling huge confidence boost. Let's just say I wouldn't trade my job for the world. Having had the experience of my own session now, it made my belief even stronger that a boudoir session is for EVERY woman, it is something that you deserve to experience. What are you waiting for, email: boudoir@bubblesberriesboudoir.com for more info.

~xo Robyn Buyskes

Here are a few of my beautiful images from my session with Jennifer Rozenbaum. 

 

Boutique Bridal Party 2014

Hey there everyone. Wow these past few months have been so great! Once again Bubbles & Berries Boudoir was selected to be a vendor at one of the most unique bridal shows of the year. The Boutique Bridal Party 2014, #partyonbrides.

We had an outstanding turn out at our booth this year! I can't thank everyone enough for stopping by and chatting. I made a real connections with quite a few ladies!

I wanted to send a special thank you to a few people, first my hubby Dylan for helping me get ready for the show and helping me setup the booth. Next to Ali from Made by Anatomy and Erica from City Lights for choosing us to be a vendor and throwing one heck of a party! Also a special thank you to my long time friend/assistant Carolyn for helping me out the night of. Lastly to all of the local vendors who participated with donating prizes to our **bLing'D** out prize wheel, it was a hit!

With Love magazine was released at the event. Bubbles & Berries Boudoir had the honor of being selected for the "Spoil Your Soon to be Spouse" section, where one of our photos and shout out about our business were featured. 

Once again, this year has been so great, I can't wait to ROCK the rest of it! Love to you all. 

xoxo Robyn

Boutique.Bridal.Party Success

Boutique.Bridal.Party

So last night was the Boutique.Bridal.Party. I had the most amazing time, I met some wonderful brides, bridesmaids, mothers, grooms, and vendors. This even was my first big bridal show that I have done with my own booth and I couldn't of had a better experience.

The best part for me was watching people come over to the booth. Most people were a little timed and had to be brought in, but once there they lit up. Watching a spark form in a woman's eye is an awesome experience. I am truly blessed to have come across so many beautiful, open minded women who want a chance to build their confidence and embody their inner sexy.

I have so many people to thank. First has to be my husband, Dylan Buyskes he was the one who made it possible for me to be a part of this show and I can't thank him enough. Also for helping me with my booth and especially the amazing prize wheel he built for me. I also need the thank Jessica my amazing assistant for really stepping up and working it at the booth last night, she did an awesome job. Next Erica Eichelkraut Zilbauer for accepting my application into the show, you are so talented this event was such a hit. Also Elizabeth Dugan, my stylist you are so beautiful and talented you truly make my work shine, thank you so much. To all of the vendors that donated to my prize wheel, Elizabeth Dugan, Rare Rustic Crafts, Onion Studio, Ooo La La Boutique, Darling Young Red LLC, Fawn & Fox Salon, and Bella Belle Shoes. And of course all of my family and friends for your support, and each and every person that stopped by my booth.#partyonbrides

I can't wait to do another event like this. Here is a small write up and a photo from Buffalo.com. http://www.buffalo.com/arts-entertainment/gallery/boutique-bridal-party-at-the-hotel-at-the-lafayette-photos/#111

xoxo Robyn

Boutique Bridal Party

Boutique Bridal Party

Are you ready for this years most unique bridal show. The Boutique. Bridal. Party, is a creative cocktail party with Buffalo's best wedding Artisans. It will be held on 02.28.13 in side the Pearl at Hotel Lafayette, Buffalo, NY from 5-9pm.

I am super excited to be a part of this show. This will be the first bridal show that I have set up a booth for Bubbles & Berries Boudoir.

I plan on having a prize wheel with a whole bunch of goodies for the brides at the show. But make sure to visit the booth early in the evening to ensure all of the good stuff isn't gone. 

I will be featuring some of my amazing new albums and prints. The reason why I chose try and be selected into this bridal show was because of its uniqueness. It doesn't have your standard wedding vendors, this show is full of real artists people who love what they do and it shows. From photographers, to makeup stylists, to soap there is something for everyone. 

The tickets are only $8 and all of the proceeds go to The Compass House Youth Shelter. For more info visit www.boutiquebridalparty.com

I'll see you all there!!!