When you hear the phrase boudoir photography, you might imagine lingerie, poses, and a camera clicking away. In reality, boudoir photography is about so much more. It is about self love, empowerment, and creating a visual reminder of your strength and beauty. For women across Michigan, choosing the right boudoir photographer makes all the difference. That is why I have created a studio designed with intention, comfort, and transformation in mind.
In this blog, I will share what sets my Michigan boudoir photography studio apart. From the space itself, to the client experience, to the little details that create unforgettable sessions.
One of the first things that makes my boudoir photography unique is the setting. My studio in Bay City, Michigan, is a space intentionally designed to feel both luxurious and inviting. It is not a hotel room or rented location, it is a private studio curated for boudoir, complete with multiple sets, flattering natural light, and features like:
A bed setup with crisp white sheets for intimate and cozy shots
A dramatic floral wall for romantic and feminine portraits
A leather chair, bench, and egg chair for bold editorial style poses
Mirrors and window light for striking and sensual imagery
Unlike generic spaces, every corner of my studio has been designed to capture a different mood, giving clients variety and a gallery that feels like them.
Many women worry about what to wear for their boudoir shoot. That is why I have built a client closet of more than 400 lingerie pieces, ranging in size and style. Whether you love lace, want something bold, or prefer body suits, there is something for everyone.
You can come to your shoot empty handed or bring your own favorites and mix them in. I even offer try ons before the session so you feel confident in what you are wearing.
Boudoir photography often gets mistaken as something reserved for young women or certain body types. That could not be further from the truth. My Michigan boudoir studio is built on the belief that every woman deserves to feel beautiful, powerful, and celebrated.
I have photographed clients in their 20s and their 60s. I have worked with mothers, brides to be, women celebrating major milestones, and women simply choosing to do this for themselves. No matter your age, size, or background, you are welcome in my space.
Your boudoir session begins with professional hair and makeup done by me. This is not about covering up who you are, but enhancing your natural beauty so you feel confident from the very first click of the camera.
I create soft glam looks that photograph beautifully while still feeling like you. Whether you love bold lashes or prefer something natural, we customize your look to match your vibe.
To make your boudoir session even more unique, I offer a range of add ons that bring variety and artistry to your gallery. Some of my most popular options include:
Angel Wings: Dramatic and high fashion vibes with couture inspired wings
Wet Skin: A sensual and editorial look with water inspired shine
Honey: Adds a radiant glow that makes skin pop under studio lighting
These add ons are not just fun, they create images that feel one of a kind.
No two women are alike, so no two sessions should feel the same. From our first conversation, I learn about your style, your vision, and your comfort level. I walk you through poses, guide your expressions, and cheer you on the whole way.
Clients often tell me they arrive nervous but leave feeling like models, and that transformation is one of the biggest reasons my studio stands apart.
I believe boudoir should be accessible to everyone, not just a luxury for a few. That is why I offer payment plans and keep my packages as affordable as possible while still delivering high end service.
Every package includes digitals, because I believe you deserve to walk away with images you can enjoy forever.
Although my studio is in Bay City, I regularly work with clients who travel from Detroit, Ann Arbor, Saginaw, Midland, Lansing, and even West Branch and Alpena. Why? Because women are searching for a boudoir photographer who offers more than photos. They want an experience that makes them feel seen, valued, and empowered.
The drive is always worth it for the transformation.
The most powerful part of boudoir photography is hearing from women after their sessions. Many clients share that they have never seen themselves so beautifully, that the experience gave them confidence, and that their photos became lifelong reminders of their worth.
Adding client testimonials here helps potential clients connect to the experience on a deeper level.
Michigan boudoir photography is not just about creating sexy photos. At my Bay City studio, it is about creating an empowering and transformative experience where every woman feels confident, beautiful, and celebrated.
From the private studio to the client closet, add ons, and personalized guidance, I have designed every detail to set my studio apart.
If you have been thinking about booking a boudoir session in Michigan, let this be your sign. You deserve to see yourself in a whole new light.
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Apr 3
Incase you missed it, I`m running my biggest giveaway ever with my top package, Luxe AF. See everything included and how to enter here: https://arothboudoir.com/BiggestGiveaway
P.S. this giveaway is open until June 29th so be sure to share and prepare to wait to hear who wins.
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Apr 2
FAQ: I don`t know how to pose myself, will you help with this?
That’s exactly why you’re booking me. Every pose is guided, you don`t need to worry about a single one. I preplan out every session based on your questionnaire to ensure we are shooting for you, your wants, and your body. I do every pose myself first to show you what to do.
And all the women on my site? Not models. Through posing, lighting, and angles, I’ll help you feel confident and stunning.
View all my galleries: https://arothboudoir.com/Portfolio
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Apr 2
Only six spots are left for Wet Skin Mini Sessions at @niceandnaughtystores on April 12th. 🥵
Don`t miss out on everyone`s favorite session add-on, book your spot, link to book in my bio!
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Apr 1
April is for choosing yourself.
And watching what shifts when you finally do.
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Apr 1
Luxury and getting to experience this for yourself shouldn’t be out of reach. All of my packages are eligible for a custom payment plan that works with your budget and timeline, up to seven equal payments.
Learn about my different payment options: https://arothboudoir.com/PaymentPlans
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Mar 31
My Biggest Giveaway EVER! Enter to win a Luxe AF Boudoir session ($2250 Value)
Enter with actions here: https://arothboudoir.com/BiggestGiveaway
The giveaways opens April 1st and will run until June 29th, 2026.
You must be 21 or older to enter, and must travel to my Bay City, Michigan Studio if you win.
What’s Included:
Up to 2 hours of camera time*
Hair & airbrush makeup application
Standard Boudoir Room Setup
30 fully retouched digital images (color + B&W)
Mobile Gallery App
8 Polaroids
1 Add-On Included at No Cost
6x8 Album
AR Boudoir Robe (perfect for makeup or post-shoot lounging)
Gift Bag with Swag
Access to 400+ piece client lingerie closet (XS–5XL)
Posing guidance & coaching
Same Day Reveal & Ordering Appointment
Post-Session Care Package
Optional Add-Ons Available (like angel wings, kink, wet skin sets)
No minimum spend after session
Print Release
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Mar 30
Join me for an intimate weekend retreat designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and step back into your life feeling grounded, confident, and supported June 26 through June 29 in Hocking Hills.
Reserve Your Spot: https://arothboudoir.com/WildConfidenceRetreat
The Wild Confidence Retreat is designed as a complete confidence experience, where personal reflection, community, and photography come together in a meaningful way.
This experience is intentionally limited to eight guests to create a safe and supportive environment where meaningful conversations and personal reflection can happen naturally.
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Mar 30
Respectfully…this version of you deserves to be documented.
Schedule your session (payment plans available): https://bit.ly/ARBoudoirSchedule
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Mar 30
Stay lucky. 🍀
www.ariellerothboudoir.com
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Mar 17
You won’t want to miss when these go live.
Sign up to be notified: https://arothboudoir.com/May26Minis
P.S. angel minis, yours are all starting to go out in emails now. 😘
Everyone watch your inboxes tomorrow and Wednesday!
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Mar 17
If a wet skin session has been on your bucket list…now’s the time with my limited minis at @niceandnaughtystores on April 12.
Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Come get a little steamy in the best way: https://arothboudoir.com/NNWetSkinMinis
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Mar 15
Join me for an intimate weekend retreat designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and step back into your life feeling grounded, confident, and supported June 26-29.
This experience is intentionally limited to eight guests to create a safe and supportive environment where meaningful conversations and personal reflection can happen naturally.
Set in the beautiful landscape of Hocking Hills, this retreat blends nature, self-reflection, and empowerment into a restorative weekend away from everyday responsibilities.
What’s Included
• Private lodging in a beautiful Hocking Hills Airbnb
• All meals for the weekend
• Guided self-love and personal reflection workshops
• Morning meditation sessions
• Hiking in Hocking Hills State Park
• A private mini indoor boudoir session with Arielle Roth
• A private mini outdoor boudoir session with Arielle Roth
• A curated gift for each guest
• Time to relax, connect, and recharge
This retreat is designed for women who want to reconnect with themselves, deepen their self-confidence, and spend time surrounded by supportive community.
No experience with meditation or boudoir is necessary. This space is welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free.
Please note: rooms will be shared with other guests and this will be an alcohol free trip.
Investment
Early Bird Pricing (now thru April 30): $1,500 per person
Regular Pricing (May 1 - May 31): $1,750
Last Call Pricing (June 1 - June 20): $2,000
A $500 non-refundable deposit will reserve your spot with remaining balances due by June 10th, payment plans available.*
Your investment includes lodging, meals, workshops, activities, and both your boudoir sessions.
Group Size
This retreat is intentionally limited to 8 guests to keep the experience personal and meaningful.
Minimum of 4 spots must be filled for the trip to not be cancelled.
Event details, itinerary, faqs, and reserving your spot here:
https://arothboudoir.com/WildConfidenceRetreat
*Last call bookings will be due in full at the time of booking.
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Mar 15
I’m literally just a girl who loves this trend and loves sharing space with all of you. 💕
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Mar 14
Today is a big 1,826 days (5 years) sober.
Five years feels like a lifetime ago and also like the blink of an eye. I feel like an entirely different person while still learning to love the parts of me that will always be hard to love.
Sobriety isn’t rainbows and happiness. I don’t see today as celebratory so much as a moment of deep gratitude and pride. It’s also tied to tremendous trauma and grief that made it happen. This week is the hardest one every year.
Long-term recovery teaches you something people rarely say out loud: you don’t stop being an alcoholic or addict. You become one who consciously chooses sobriety every single day instead.
And still, it is the best decision I have ever made for myself.
My life is fuller and happier than it has ever been. I’m surrounded by incredible people. I know who I am on a level I never did before, and I love the person I’ve become.
My life today would not exist without getting sober. I wouldn’t be here without Ben’s death which led to relapse and quitting, and while there is resentment in that truth, there is also gratitude that it allowed me to become the safe space I try to be for the people around me.
I’ve lived through the two hardest heartbreaks of my life in these 5 years. Ben’s death at the start and then my ex I thought I’d marry and that life. I’m still healing and miss both everyday. Grief never gets easier, but there is a beauty in being able to feel it.
A few things I’ve learned between one and five years:
• Life is still better without alcohol.
• Emotions are signals, not problems.
• Trying to prove your worth is like dumpster diving for love.
• People give you what they are, not what you deserve.
• Being alone is more peaceful than proving your worth to someone who doesn’t care.
• Sobriety doesn’t fix everything. Learning the tools to cope does.
• Asking for help is brave.
• You can’t change the past. You can only choose what you do today.
• The most compassionate thing you can do for someone is actually listen.
Ending this the same way I did four years ago:
Your journey is one day at a time.
365 days or 1,826 may feel like forever, but tomorrow is still only 24 hours away.
Take it one day.
Mar 13
FAQ: Can I keep my photos private?
Yes. Your privacy is always respected. I only share images with written permission, and you’ll choose your privacy level during your session.
Read more FAQs: https://bit.ly/ARBoudoir_FAQs
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Mar 12
Main character energy only.
www.ariellerothboudoir.com
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Mar 11
FAQ: How do payment plans work?
I know boudoir is an investment! At the time of scheduling you will select between pay in full at the time of booking (receive a free add-on). You can also choose between a 50/50 plan, or splitting the balance into 3, 5, or 7 equal payments. With both those options your first payment is due within 48 hours of booking and your final is due 7 days prior to your session.
See how those payment amounts break down: https://arothboudoir.com/PaymentPlans
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Mar 10
I am excited to share that my piece “Gilded,” will be part of Under the Femme Gaze: Perspectives on Body, Power, and Self-Representation this upcoming weekend on the 13th and 14th at @thevoyeurbordello in Detroit. Which is extra special because the 13th is also my five years sober and what a really fucking rad way to celebrate that.
The exhibit is comprised of femme and female-identifying artists that are examining how we see ourselves and challenging societal beauty standards, gender norms, and power structure (if you’ve shot with me, you know these are all topics we are discussing all session).
The show is being done in partnership with @hydrafund, a grass roots mutual aid fund supporting abortion access in Michigan. All donations made at the door ($5 recommended) and 50% of all sales will go directly to support their organization.
Flyer Design: @claudiachaos
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Mar 10
If you’re feeling personally attacked by daylight savings today…just remember that messy hair, coffee, and staying in bed are a solid plan for the day.
Which are basically all what a boudoir session is, schedule yours here: https://bit.ly/ARBoudoirSchedule
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Mar 9
I believe in helping women celebrating their figures, finding your confidence, and being part of you filling your want to simply feel beautiful and relish in it.
I believe in helping women celebrating their figures, finding your confidence, and being part of you filling your want to simply feel beautiful and relish in it.