The Boudoir Adventure Series: Portland, OR, UT, NV & CA

What started as a simple road trip to connect and get pictures with another boudoir artist in May 2023 has turned into a whirlwind of creativity, friendship, and adventure. My Boudoir Adventure Series is one of the most rewarding (and wild!) chapters of my career, and I’m thrilled to share the story with you.

How It All Began

It all started with a journey from Salt Lake City to Portland to collaborate with the incredible team at Naked Peach Boudoir. Armed with a playlist of road trip jams and a trunk full of gear, I headed west, not knowing this would be the first of many unforgettable experiences. The vlog below shows me bedazzling a special piece from Honey Birdette for my session with Taylor @tsmellz at Naked Peach Boudoir in Portland, OR.

Not only did Taylor and I hit it off immediately, and I LOVED EVERY SHOT FROM MY NAKED PEACH SHOOT. The experience and hair and makeup were incredible. I am so lucky I got to chat with Taylor during my hair and makeup, because we also started dreaming up ideas for outdoor boudoir desert sessions that could combine our talents with breathtaking backdrops. One brainstorming session later, the summer Boudoir Road Trip was born.

Before the Wild Summer some special friends helped me prepare

In this video, see two amazing friends, Jeslie @sweetconfidenceboudoir and Tamika @itstamikan who helped me discover and scout locations and practice various shooting techniques before hosting the Naked Peaches in Utah.

By summer 2023 Jeslie @sweetconfidenceboudoir showed me some amazing red rocks spots closer to the sand dunes, I asked her permission to share this spot, so I could really wow the peaches. I'm forever grateful to her guidance! She even met me with the peaches as this red rock location to model, she is amazing, stunning and I'm lucky to know her.

Tamika @itstamikan helped me shoot the dunes in a half day adventure before the peaches came as well (certainly a story for another vlog). She is my ride or die and I couldn't have hosted this Utah based adventure without her help.

See some of the highlights from Jeslie and Tamikas pre Naked Peach Arrival prep work in the video below.

The Wild Summer Road Trip

July 2023 This adventure-packed series included:

Western Vibes: Day one kicked off with a rustic, Western-themed shoot. Think cowboy hats, leather accents, and sunrise magic. We loved our amazing models Dezzi and her horsey June (@dezzzirayyy)

Hot Springs and Sand Dunes: On day two, we visited the Mona, UT hot springs for serene, water-based shots, followed by lunch at Scipio Lake and sunset at Little Sahara Sand Dunes.

While the Portland crew had to head back right after, the memories (and the stunning images!) made every mile worth it.

After we said goodbye to Jeslie, THE MOST EPIC PART OF THIS TRIP OCCURRED AND ISN'T PICTURED SO I MUST DESCRIBE!! Savanna (@savvy.boudoir) and Bri (@thecoloradoglamreaper) met to help set up the peaches for modeling with amazing hair and makeup. Bree and Savvy met us at YUBA FREAKING LAKE IN A HOT A$S YURT IN JULY! BREE DID FULL GLAM MAKEUP DURING 100 degree weather and A SANDSTORM. SIS HELD US DOWN! THE MODELS HAD THEIR MAKEUP ON from that location to the EFFING DESERT an hour away. BREE IS THE TRUE MVP OF THIS TRIP! We highly recommend her.

Catch some of my highlights from the Utah Boudoir RoadTrip in the video below:

The Wild Summer Roadtrip really bonded us, and I couldn't resist one more opportunity to connect with Taylor one more time in Joshua Tree, CA the following Winter for even more iconic shoots.

A lot happened on my way to the Naked Peach Joshua Tree, CA in Feb 2024. This was a huge boudoir retreat, but one of the highlights for me was getting to teach and showcase some of my photography skills. I also got to teach and visit Courtney in Las Vegas, NV before the Joshua Tree retreat started. You should definitely read this blog about my mentorship programs if you're interested in hearing more about my experiences in teaching.

Favorite Shots and moments From the Joshua Tree Boudoir Road Trip

I am so glad I got to share the projector and spotlight, but even more excited about some of these shots I got at the air BnB and throughout the national park. These are some of my favorite moments from the Joshua Tree, CA retreat, hosted by the Naked Peaches featuring the video model Jeslie @sweetconfidenceboudoir. I even got stunning images of me from @nakedpeachboudoir, @wildcherryboudoir and @boudoirbywickedbabes. Hair and makeup was done by the one and only Christine @shaesofbeautylv

Expanding the Adventure

Here's to 2025 and beyond! Since Joshua Tree and Vegas, the Boudoir Adventure Series took off. I’ve since hosted incredible retreats all over Utah, including St. George with AMAZING MAKEUP by @ap.mua and massage and sensual movement by BillieJean with red rock vistas. You can even spot some northern Utah windmill-filled landscapes.

Why Adventure Boudoir?

There’s something transformative about stepping out of the studio and into nature. The combination of stunning landscapes, dynamic lighting, and a little adventure creates images that feel raw, intimate, and breathtakingly unique.

Be Part of the Next Adventure

Whether you’re ready to join me in Southern Utah, Joshua Tree, or a yet-to-be-discovered destination, the Boudoir Adventure Series is your chance to create something extraordinary. Let’s explore, create, and capture your story in a way that’s as unique as you are.

Check out the latest boudoir retreat details here Adventure Boudoir with Embody or reach out to book your session today!

See more from my July 2024 Embody Retreat in St George, Ut Below

Thank You

To all my clients and fellow boudoir togs, whether you’ve been with me for years or are just getting started, thank you. Your trust, loyalty, and love fuel my passion and make this work more rewarding than I could have ever imagined.