Dream Shoot Planner

Preparing you for the photo shoot of your dreams!

  • It’s ok to be nervous!

  • Imagine how much you are going to LOVE your photos!

  • Go shopping for lingerie!

  • Treat yourself to a mani/pedi. (optional) you can paint your own nails or have no polish or do press on nails. Whatever is best for you.

  • Try on your outfits at home. Good fitting lingerie is so important to a good look.

  • Can you keep a secret? If this is a surprise for your special someone better line up a story of where you 'll be during your photo session! ;)

  • Relax and enjoy. (leave the details to the experts)

  • Envision your beautiful photos on your walls.

  • How fun will it be to hold your very own boudoir album in your hands?!

Hey, Beautiful!

A young woman sits by a window in a cozy beige sweater and gray socks, holding a cat‑face mug and gazing outside, creating a warm, lifestyle‑luxury portrait with soft natural light.
A woman with purple and black hair lies on a white fluffy rug wearing a partially unbuttoned white shirt and black lace lingerie, smiling with her eyes closed in a dreamy, high‑end boudoir setting.

Shopping time!

Here are some items to include!

  • Loose clothing to wear during makeup

  • Sheer stockings with/without the garters- completely optional because they are often a challenge to clip.

  • Knee-high socks - These look lovely with our cozy blanket and a sports jersey or an oversized men’s button down shirt…or with anything, really.

  • Jewelry - We won’t use much but if you have a few favorite things by all means bring them!

  • High heels- barefoot is beautiful too!

  • Bras with support—no patterns suggested but not mandatory.

  • Panties- no patterns suggested but not mandatory. If you’d like you can bring a thong, hipsters, cheeky cut and regular panties. The thongs are good to wear with our satin sheets. The rest make your butt look good.

Ideas of where to shop

Everyone loves before and after photos

Collage of three images featuring a young woman. The first image shows her smiling outdoors, wearing a hoodie, with a name tag labeled Miss E. The second image depicts her sitting in a white dress with a lace bodice and a tulle skirt, next to a patte
Collage of three photos of a woman. The first is a close-up of her smiling face with shoulder-length black hair, labeled 'Miss K.' The second shows her standing against a decorative wall, wearing black lace lingerie, with one arm raised above her hea
A collage of three black and white photos of a woman with blonde hair, labeled 'Miss A', showing different poses including smiling, lying on her stomach, and sitting in lingerie.
A collage of three black-and-white photos of a woman named Miss C, showing her in different outfits and settings. The first photo is a portrait of her lying on a bed with her hand on her head, wearing a sleeveless top. The second photo shows her wear
Collage of three photos featuring a woman with brown hair. The first photo shows her smiling at the camera with a label 'Miss T'. The second photo shows her sitting on a bed wearing a light pink bra and white skirt, smiling. The third photo shows her

Hair and Make-up

A woman sits near a window smiling while holding a gift bag as a makeup artist prepares her, captured in elegant, natural light for a polished luxury portrait experience.
A woman with curly hair smiles as a hairstylist in protective gear styles her hair, creating a refined, candid beauty portrait with a modern, professional salon atmosphere.
The Sunnie Style Studio logo displayed in elegant purple handwritten script on a sleek black background, representing a modern, luxury beauty brand.

Sunnie specializes in up-dos, makeup and hair styling that will leave you feeling beautiful, confident and sassy! She’s friendly and professional and will make you feel pampered and ready to go for your photo session.

Arrive with a freshly cleaned & moisturized face and clean hair. Sunnie will take over from there. Please, please, please be sure to tell Sunnie what you want before she starts and what she can change (if anything) once she’s done. She has thick skin. She will not at all have her feelings hurt if you need adjustments. It’s very important you love your hair and make-up! Don’t be shy.

P.S. Tips graciously accepted via any credit card, cash or online pay or check. :) TIA

A woman with medium‑length black hair smiles warmly while wearing a light button‑up shirt, captured in soft, flattering lighting for a polished lifestyle portrait.
A woman with purple hair sits holding a photo frame and smiling as a stylist in a blue dress adjusts her hair, creating a refined, candid beauty portrait with a luxury editorial feel.
A woman with hair rollers smiles while a stylist sprays her hair, with a small dog resting on her lap, captured in a charming, high‑end beauty session with playful luxury details.
A professional eye‑makeup progression chart showcasing five luxury styles—natural, light, medium, dark, and smokey—designed for premium beauty and styling guidance.

Come prepared to tell your make up artist which of these make up looks you want.

A woman receives a professional hairstyling treatment, captured in soft, elegant lighting for a polished, luxury beauty portrait.

Absolutely love this company. Jody is super helpful with coordinating everything. Kimberly styled my hair and makeup so I looked flawless. Dawn brought such energy to the shoot, she made it incredibly fun. I felt sexy and pampered the entire time. Could not recommend it highly enough.

Julie

A blonde woman poses confidently in a black velvet jacket against a dark background, creating a dramatic, high‑end editorial portrait with luxe texture and depth.

Dawn and Jody are wonderful to work with!!!! I had always wanted to do a shoot but never had the courage. These ladies made my experience comfortable and amazing. I felt like I was hanging with a friend. My session was so much fun and I felt confident and beautiful. I would recommend every woman treat themselves to a session with Black Swan Boudoir.

Julie

A woman with curly dark hair wears a black dress while posing against a black backdrop, styled in a refined, minimalist luxury portrait with moody lighting.

“I’ve been really struggling to accept my new curves and stretch marks and scars after having children, so I did a boudoir photo shoot with Black Swan. It was a ton of fun, they were professional and encouraging, and the photos are stunning! I can pull these out and remind myself that I am absolutely freaking gorgeous, always, at any size. Thank you, Black Swan!” I hope that helps you grow your business. You’ve certainly helped me remember how sexy I can be, and I am forever thankful!

Dana

A black‑and‑white fine‑art portrait of a woman with long wavy hair gazing forward, enhanced with a subtle dotted overlay for a sophisticated, modern editorial aesthetic.

Dawn & Jody are a delight to work with. This was my second boudoir shoot, and I was still nervous. The time was filled with music, laughs, and many suggestions to make me look sexy and confident. We even did some experimental shots that came out great. While the experience was great, the pictures are stunning. Treat yourself!

Sharon

So much love XOXO

DAWN IS AN EXPERT AT POSING TO ENSURE WE CAPTURE YOU IN THE MOST FLATTERING WAY.

A delicate paper heart cutout displayed on a clean surface, styled as a soft, minimalist detail for luxury branding and fine‑art portrait presentation.

RELAX AND ENJOY

When it comes to posing I’ve got you covered. Almost everyone says they’re not photogenic. That’s ok. It’s our job to put you in the best lighting at the best angles and capture you looking fabulous. All you need to do is relax and enjoy yourself and be a model for a day.

I have taken posing classes from the best of the best. I have flown to Las Vegas for posing classes as well as attended classes in Seattle from Australian photographers who fly in to teach classes. And of course, we’ve taken online classes too. I have had 20 years of ballet which helps with body movement. I’ve taught posing classes to other professional photographers. I have photographed hundreds of women of all ages, shapes and sizes.

You are in good hands. Just relax and enjoy your big day!

Dawn

A woman with dark hair and tattoos lies on a bed with gray pillows and a furry blanket, her eyes closed and expression serene, creating a sensual, high‑end boudoir portrait with rich textures.
A makeup artist applies makeup to a woman with red hair seated on a stool, surrounded by natural window light, professional tools, and a studio backdrop for an elegant luxury beauty portrait.

I've been working as a freelance makeup artist since 2013. I started my journey at Cinema Makeup School in Los Angeles, where I took their Beauty and High Fashion makeup program. Since then, I've hit the ground running, working in different areas of the beauty industry. My goal with every client sitting in my chair is to have you feel like the best version of yourself! My favorite makeup looks to execute are Clean Beauty Makeup and Soft Glam. I want you to be the show's shining star, not the makeup. On the days when I'm not in front of the makeup chair, you can find me in "mommy mode" chasing around my two little boys and exploring Washington with my husband and doggie Lilly!

-Alee

Behind the Scenes

We love to have fun with our clients. We make you smile and laugh and be serious and stand up tall and suck it in and twist like a pretzel and in all of that we say (with a smile) …” DONT FORGET TO BREATHE! ” haha

A woman with wavy hair smiles while holding a signed Black Swan Boudoir poster, standing against a red brick wall with studio lighting equipment for a polished, editorial‑style portrait.
A photographer kneels to capture a creative editorial portrait of a woman lying on a newspaper‑covered floor, styled with dramatic lighting for a modern luxury art‑portrait aesthetic.

We all need Wall Art in our lives.

Celebrate you and how courageous, outgoing, beautiful you are everyday when you see your wall art on the wall. Let it be a constant reminder of how truly incredible you are.

A minimalist modern bedroom featuring a sleek bed, monochrome portrait wall art, and soft ambient lighting, styled as a refined, luxury boudoir photography setting.

The Lace Collection

4-up prints

A contemporary bedroom with neutral décor, framed black‑and‑white artwork, and warm lighting, designed as an elegant, high‑end portrait photography environment.

The Pearl Collection

4-up prints

A modern black‑themed bedroom with framed monochrome portraits, minimalist furnishings, and soft lighting, creating a moody, luxury boudoir backdrop.

The Silk Collection

5-up prints

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A woman with shoulder‑length curly hair smiles warmly indoors, captured in soft, flattering light for a polished lifestyle portrait with a luxury editorial feel.

Dawn Hildebrand-Owner/Photographer

Dawn Hildebrand - I have been a full-time professional photographer for over 15 years. I'm a Redmond/Seattle native. I love time with my husband, Brandon Hildebrand, 2 teenagers, 3 dogs, 2 cats. I love paddle boarding, scootering, outdoor movies on our deck, gardening & dancing.

I'm blessed to be a photographer. It brings me immense joy to bring you so much happiness in your boudoir session. I love every bit of it. Seeing you walk out of our studio with your head held high is everything to me.