Let's talk about finding joy in the beautiful vessel that carries us through life – our bodies! It's so easy to get caught up in comparing ourselves to the past or chasing after an idealized version of who we used to be. I’ve done this my whole life - comparing myself and my body now to past (younger/thiner/etc) versions of it. But you know what? Right here, right now, is where our true power lies – in the present moment! I’m so ready to break that cycle, and I hope you are too.

Amy RouyerAugust 3, 2023Wilde Companynashville photographer, nashville portrait photographer, nashville boudoir photographer, nashville boudoir studio, empowerment photography, empowerment photographer, self portrait photography, floral boudoir, boudoir photography, boudoir photographer, body positive boudoir, body positive boudoir photographers, body image, self love, body acceptance movement, body acceptance

Recognizing Our Intrinsic Worth: Flea Market Finds and Self-Value

When browsing through a flea market, we often stumble upon hidden treasures. Among the jumble of knick-knacks and trinkets, we sometimes come across items that catch our eye, items we previously overlooked and dismissed as ordinary. However, it is only when we witness the exorbitant price tag attached to these seemingly insignificant objects that we begin to question their true worth. This intriguing phenomenon can serve as a powerful metaphor for our perception of body image and self-worth. By observing how others value themselves, we can find the courage to embrace our own worth and stop diminishing it.

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+ Beth +

I had such a wonderful time working with Beth at her boudoir session. (And it was my first session in my new studio!!) As we chatted about her session, I asked her how she wanted to feel during her session, and when she looks at her photos. She said she wanted to feel joyful, confidant, and beautiful in her own body exactly as it is right now. We led with these feelings and intentions and embraced them throughout her session. I loved seeing Beth lean into these emotions, and embrace the full experience!

Amy RouyerMay 9, 2023Wilde Companynashville photographer, nashville boudoir photographer, nashville boudoir studio, inclusive boudoir, nashville inclusive photographer, body positive boudoir, body positive boudoir photographers, all bodies are good bodies, nashville portrait photographer, nashville photography studio, empowerment photography, empowerment photographer, boudoir photography

Why Zooming In On Your Photos Can Affect Your Body Image

We all do it. You know that feeling, when you're looking at a photo of yourself and you instantly start to zoom in to see all the little details of the image. When we do this we're typically not looking for the good things, but rather the things in which we feel most uncomfortable about with ourselves.

Amy RouyerFebruary 23, 2023Wilde Companybody image, body image healing, body neutrality, body positive boudoir, empowerment photography, empowerment photographer, nashville photography, nashville boudoir photographer, nashville boudoir studio, body acceptance movement, boudoir, boudoir empowerment

+ Dezaray +

I want your photos to represent you, as the work of art that you are. And in that sense, we are co-creators. Unless I’m shooting myself, or still life, I can’t create this art without you. YOU are the essential component . You are vital. You are worthy of being seen. You are worthy of seeing yourself in all of your artful splendor. No matter where you are in your relationship to yourself and your body, know that you are worthy of love and admiration exactly where you are in the present.

Amy RouyerJanuary 4, 2023Wilde Companyboudoir, empowerment photography, empowerment photographer, nashville portrait photographer, nashville boudoir photographer, inclusive boudoir, body acceptance movement, body positive boudoir, body image, nashville boudoir studio, nashville boudoir

Thank You 2022!

Each and every one of the incredible humans I’ve had the chance to meet and work with this year has taught me something. Each time someone trusts me to capture special moments for them, to be there during vulnerable experiences, to see them in their truth, and to celebrate themselves exactly where they are – is such a powerful gift.

Our Relationship With Our Bellies

The main body image hang-ups that I've encountered with folks, and with myself, are so often around bellies. We hold so much power and strength in this area, yet we relentlessly tell it it's not "good" because it doesn't look a certain way. But here's a reminder : bellies aren't good or bad...they are simply bellies. Your belly doesn't hold moral worth, the way it looks doesn't make you a good or bad person, it doesn't make you more or less capable of experiencing desire or pleasure simply because of how it looks, and it definitely is not worthy of the shame that we so often carry around it.

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Your body doesn't need "fixed"

Take a moment and think about what you've been taught to feel about your body. If uplifting and empowering messaging doesn't immediately come to mind- know that you are not alone. We are taught, from so many sources, the opposite messaging. That our bodies are shameful and in need of constant "fixing," that they aren't worthy of love and desire if they don't fit society's ideal beauty mold. When was the last time you gave yourself the opportunity to just be where you are? To not try and fix what society tells you are flaws, and instead see yourself and your body for the magically unique being that you are? Right here. Right now. How would that feel?