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What to do if You’re Nervous in Front of the Camera

 Alright, so today we’re talking our nerves… specifically about what to do if you’re nervous in front of the camera. When you get that you get creeping feeling in the pit of your stomach, (you know the one, it feels like butterflies or the body vibrations you get after drinking a few cups of […]

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Overlooking the ocean in Puerto Rico, by fine art photographer J.J. Au'Clair.

Many people don’t know this, but Puerto Rico is actually my family’s homeland. Traveling to this destination, though not as glamorous as Spain or Italy, is near and dear to my heart. And let’s be honest, island life when you travel to Puerto Rico is one of the greatest ways to relax and reset.   […]

Tips for Travel to Puerto Rico

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Boudoir photographer in Hawaii shares why self love and empowerment is so so important.

Hello friends! Here I am, your local Hawaii Boudoir Photographer, coming at you fast with some real talk about boudoir photography! Truth be told, today’s topic may be a tad controversial…but I feel like we need to talk about it. Mostly because there are so many myths and taboos associated with boudoir photography…   So people, […]

Why I Want to be Your Hawaii Boudoir Photographer

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Views of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Travel is an essential part of life for me— without it I feel like I’m missing out on experiences. I love to discover fresh outlooks and find opportunities to share new stories. And that’s what my trip itinerary for 5 days in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico was. An exploration of lifestyle and landscape unique from my […]

5 Days in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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Adventurous Couple photo taken by J.J. Au'Clair, an empowering couple photographer based out of Atlanta and destinations beyond! Taken at Cloudland State Park in Chattahoochee, GA.

Hey bad-ass babes! I’m so excited to talk to you today about how to get the best photos for your couple photo session! First, whats your dream couple photo session? I’m not talking about your run-of-the-mill couple and engagement photos in a field somewhere, I’m talking about your DREAM couple photo session. Because the epic […]

The Perfect Activities for Your Couple Session!

Engagements & Couples
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Granada Spain Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, perfect for your couple photos or elopement.

Hey Bad-ass babes! Thanks for joining me today for one of my favorite topics. TRAVEL! Specifically we’re going to talk about one of my favorite countries, Spain. I’m going to share a few personal experiences, as well as a 14 day/two week Spain itinerary!   When you think Spain, whats the first thing that comes to […]

Spain Itinerary: 2 Week Tour

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Destination boudoir photography of Oahu boudoir photographer, J.J. Au'Clair. Taken by Michael Ash Smith!

Hey Bad-ass babes! Today we’re going to get a little personal… I’m going to share some thoughts with you about self love and my own journey, before I became a Mexico and Savannah Boudoir Photographer.   And I’ll start by telling you this: Boudoir photography changed my life.   I’ll be honest with you, I haven’t […]

My Own Adventure of Self Love

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Playful and Adventurous boudoir photography for Atlanta women seeking empowerment

Calling all bad-ass babes and powerful femmes! You might not feel it yet, but you ARE powerful, sexy, and worthy of being seen. Furthermore, you deserve to let loose and feel confident in the body you’ve been given. Regardless of stretch marks, the socially accepted “shape” we’ve been handed in todays culture, and regardless of […]

Playful Atlanta Boudoir Photography Session

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Adventurous Couple photo taken by J.J. Au'Clair, an empowering couple photographer based out of Atlanta and destinations beyond! Taken at Cloudland State Park in Chattahoochee, GA.

One of my favorite things is when my couples are up for an adventure! So when Lauren and Emily told me that they LOVE to hike, I was beyond excited! As an adventurous couple photographer, this is my jam! It was forecast to rain, but we decided that it would be more worth it to go […]

Adventurous Couple Photographer at Cloudland North Georgia

Engagements & Couples
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Adventurous boudoir session over Crater Lake in Oregon, to inspire wanderlust and promote self love!

Boudoir has always been something that is empowering to me. Due to the culture and pressures pushed on women today, I didn’t feel beautiful as a young woman. Until I had my first boudoir session, I don’t think I’d ever truly seen myself. And I didn’t do it for someone else, I didn’t even have […]

Boudoir Empowerment Session in Crater Lake, Oregon

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This beautiful couple in a row boat enjoyed their adventurous couple session on the Plaza de Espana in Seville, Spain was taken by J.J. Au'Clair, a destination couple photographer!

Hey fearless friends! Today after I woke up and had my usual stretching and meditation time, I had a brainstorm session about my goals for 2020 and what kind of adventures and experiences I could offer to my clients. Have I piqued your interest yet? Yep, as an adventurous couple photographer, I asked myself this question: “If […]

5 Photo Ideas From an Adventurous Couple Photographer

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Happy couple toasts at their Atlanta engagement party at Ambient Plus Studios

I love to celebrate. Really, any excuse to celebrate my friends, family, and partner is enough for me! Birthdays, holidays, and “just because” parties, I love them all. So, I think its time we shift our focus from just weddings a little bit and talk about your Atlanta engagement party! I fully believe that after […]

Engagement Party Inspiration in Atlanta | Favorite Vendors and More!

Engagements & Couples
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A sweet couple's playful destination engagement photos in Seville Spain's plaza de espania

When it comes to those pre-wedding portraits, it’s all about getting fun photos that showcase your love and who you really are! For Jordan and Alfonso, that was to showcase both their sense of adventure, and their romantic side. And their romantic Seville, Spain engagement session was, and is, incredibly gorgeous. They chose the Plaza […]

A Romantic Couple’s Session in Seville, Spain

Engagements & Couples
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romantic valentines day gift idea for 2020

With February 14th right around the corner, you’re probably looking for a romantic valentines idea to gift to your love! Seriously. Who needs a better excuse than valentines to have a fun night out on the town or a sexy night in?  If there are only two things I’ve learned over the past years as a wedding and […]

A Romantic Valentines Idea from Love is Art Kit

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She's holding the perfect new year gift idea: the Limited edition NYE Love is Art Kit for couples boudoir

With January 1st right around the corner, you’re probably looking for an awesome New Year gift idea! Yes. You heard me right.  If there are only two things I’ve learned over the past years as a wedding and lifestyle photographer, its that: You have to invest in yourself. Your relationships, your marriage, your family, and YOU. […]

New Year Gift Idea | Boudoir Couple’s Kit by Love is Art

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