Brighton's best Boudoir and Modern Pin-Up photographer

“The most beautiful thing you can wear is confidence.” Blake Lively

Having a photoshoot is like writing a love letter to yourself.

It's a chance for you to explore who you are and reconnect parts of you that you forgot existed.

It's about giving yourself permission to celebrate who you are.

I believe everyone should do a boudoir photoshoot least once in their lives.

The most powerful thing you can do is just be happy with your skin that you wear and embrace your body as it is now.

There is no age limit on elegance, and there is no size limit on beauty.

All ages, shapes, sizes, genders are welcome.

Get in touch and I can design a shoot especially for you.

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It's time to love ALL of you. Every curve, every freckle, every scar.

This is the beginning of a self love journey you won't forget.

“Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” - Coco Chanel

This experience will show you a whole new way to see yourself.

What could a new body confidence mean for you?

Meet Susie,

I'm officially Susan, but most people (in the UK anyway) call me Susie and I've been photographing people, mostly women for 24 years.

Canadian born, I moved to Brighton a bohemian town on the south coast of England in 1999. I'd just finished studying sculpture at university in Toronto and although I knew that I wanted to be an artist, I honestly had no idea then what kind of artist I wanted to be. Eight months after I arrived here, I applied for a job in a a little makeover/portrait studio in Hove and that is where it all started. I fell in love with this amazing artform and the rest is as they say: history.

Very early in my career I became aware that there is an incredible transformative power within the photography. The process lets people step into their power and it's really magical to see this happen. It's like a light turns on inside them as they let go of nerves and inhibitions and I get to unveil a confident beauty for themselves and the world see it. People who may have had very little confidence beforehand starting the process of falling in love with themselves and letting go of their limiting self beliefs.

I understand that it takes a lot of courage to let yourself be photographed by a stranger- and even more to do that while not wearing a lot of clothes. I feel very honoured when you let me photograph you and I'm patient and give a lot of direction so to make the experience much easier than you think. I know that it is a very unique privilege and that I get to see a little window into your soul not many other people in your life will ever get to seem, so I do everything in my power to make sure you enjoy the experience and am incredibly patient and understanding of insecurities. I want to show you a different way to see yourself so that you walk out of my studio on cloud nine feeling accomplished that you did it, and that we made some beautiful art together.

THE EXPERIENCE

Doing a boudoir photoshoot should be on every woman's bucket list.

It's a big step into a self love journey to find your inner goddess. Let me tell you a bit about what to expect:

CONSULTATION

GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER OVER THE PHONEI’ll answer any questions you have and give you all the info you need to start to prepare for your shoot. I'll also find out a bit more about our style so I can start to plan and personalise your shoot.

VISION

Planning your unique shoot

During the weeks leading up to the shoot, you'll need to get your outfits ready and start to get a clearer idea of what you'd like your shoot to be. I'll give you lots of wardrobe advice and support along the way, and if it's helpful you can send me images of your outfits or ideas. Often we will exchange moodboards too.No two people are exactly the same so that is reflected in the type of shoot we will do. I love to personalise shoots to you and who you are.

YOUR PHOTO SESSION

RECLAIM YOUR POWER: UNLEASH YOUR INNER BADASSWhen you arrive at the studio we'll first sit down and go through all the outfits and plan the hair and makeup look for the shoot. You can relax and get pampered while Susie or one of her talented makeup artists does your makeup and hair for you so you look camera ready. When you are ready, it's time to get dressed up into your favourite outfits and step in front of the camera. You will start to feel yourself grow more fierce and radiant with each shutter click and pose. Susie will help you with posing so you don't need to worry about what to wear!

PHOTO REVEAL AND ORDERING

This is my favourite part.This is when you get to see your images for the first time. I never get tired of seeing my clients reactions to seeing themselves in photos.It will be emotional. We will go through your images together (either online or in my studio) and you can chose your favourites. the images chose the best ones and you can direct me on what photoshop you'd like me to do as finishing touches to the images.If you'd like more info on prices, see the investment page.

Where does the magic happen?

The Studio: An Artists Cave

If you chose to do a boudoir shoot at Susie's private studio, you can expect to be welcomed into a beautiful Regency room with incredible high ceilings located next to the sea in majestic Adelaide Crescent gardens.

The studio itself is a creative bohemian space full of colours and creativity. The studio wardrobe and makeup room is an Aladdin's Cave of curiosities and outfits, including many corsets, tule robes, and headdresses.

Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone?

This is a self love journey you won't regret.

I'm here to capture the goddess inside you and preserve it for all to see.

TESTIMONIALS

Feedback from past clients is one of the most rewarding things about what I do.

I love hearing how powerful and confident they feel after their shoots. I realise that it takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to let a stranger photograph you. That is why it means so much to me that the experience is so positive and empowering for my clients.

I never get tired of hearing how much or how much partners loved their photos or how lovely the photos look as wall art.

After battling with confidence issues I booked a photo shoot with Susan for a bit of "me" time. I was pretty nervous at the beginning but Susan is wonderful and a relaxing person to be around. Her make up skills are next level and has great ideas. She gives really good direction and I am so so so pleased with the photos, I was shocked to see myself looking the way I did! I love the little photo prints too, I have been using them as little cards for my boyfriend as presents. Do not hesitate in booking a photo shoot with Susan, she is INCREDIBLE. Thank you again for giving me my body confidence back! Polly x

Polly Scott

Boudoir

I have been lucky enough to do a few shoots with Susan, and I can’t tell you how much each one has boosted my confidence! Susan makes you feel so relaxed and calm, and then takes incredible photos of you!

Ami Bundle

Boudoir

I just loved every minute of my photo shoot with Susan where I got to observe what an artist she truly is. With 20 years of experience she really knows her craft and is the most awesome creative director to set up exactly the angles, lighting, styling, mood, poses that will flatter the most. She knows exactly what to do with hands, positioning, angle of face, chin higher or lower - it's such a craft! She's got the eye and really truly captures the spirit. I look so beautiful in my photos and just recommend this so much to anyone who'd like to capture themselves in the most magical fantastical way.

Maria Adriana Contreras

Performers Promotional images

Did you know we can make the shoot anything you want it to be?

Possibilities are endless and I love hearing people's ideas.

Whether you are smitten by the femme fatales of the Hitchcock and Film Noir or maybe you're more into the sumptuous textures of Biba and it's dreamy boho aesthetic. Perhaps it's the romance of Pre-Raphaelites or Great Gatsby era, or a dark gothic witchy kind of style. Whatever inspires you, I would love to hear your ideas. From Apocalyptic Cyberpunk to Classic Pin Up, to Mythical gods or goddesses to timeless images inspired by Marilyn Monroe. Aesthetic options are endless!

Please don't worry if none of the things mentioned above appeal either- There is nothing wrong with a really simple classic boudoir theme if that's what you dream of. The shoot is about empowering you and being YOUR authentic self. Not trying to be something you are not!

Each photoshoot is a bespoke experience where we can step into the role as Susie's muse for the day. Inspiring her imaginations with your favourite colours and the aesthetic styling that you love. I love that every shoot is completely different.

From OTT maximalism to ultra simple images that are all about shape and the body.

No two people are the same or have had the same lives, experiences or live inside the same body. So no two people will have the same shoot. This is why each shoot is unique to you as if we were creating an editorial story about you.

If this sounds like too much choice, don't worry. I've developed a really simple set of questions that I'll ask you that will help me get to know you andthe kind of aesthetic that will suit you best. When we do our phone consultation I'll just ask you a few simple questions to get your imagination whirring.

Have you heard of the VIP GODDESS PROJECT?

Please join this lovely online community! The Goddess Project is a private Facebook group for women. You'll find special offers, more behind the scenes, and lots more body positivity and a great community of amazing women supporting women. You can meet some of the other amazing women I've photographed there.

Coming from out of town?

My studio is in the beautiful Regency crescent overlooking the beautiful communal gardens right on the seafront near to the picturesque Hove beach huts. Brighton and Hove is only 55 minutes south by train from London Victoria, sometimes called "London by the Sea"There is a long history of the city being a popular a weekend getaway, so if you are coming from out of town for your shoot you might want to stay for a few days and soak up the seaside atmosphere. There's so much to offer in our diverse and creative city. Check back in soon as I'll be adding a new page shortly of my favourite recommendations for visitors to the city and some local knowledge.

Are you going to "LET THEM EAT CAKE?"

A one of a kind Group photoshoot experience, fundraiser and summer social event on 28 and 29 June.

It's to be a fun day of dressing up and having a few pics taken. The theme is a Rococo Garden Party (think Marie Antoinette meets Gwen Stefani for cake by the sea) meet other amazing goddesses and raise a glass to celebrate my 50th birthday! I'm digging out lots of amazing costumes people can borrow and also styling

Click here or pop over to the VIP GODDESS PROJECT for more info about taking part.

Contact Me

If you are intrigued and would like more info or are ready to book your shoot please drop me a message here: I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

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