About Your Photographer!
Hi, I’m Malin!
I am the founder of Willow Branch Photography and full time boudoir photographer. I specialise in classy boudoir photography for women who want tasteful images and a confidence boosting experience to help them feel empowered, or to use as a unique gift for their partner. I have over 14 years of experience in boudoir photography and a bachelor degree in photography from Griffith University.
Boudoir photography is my absolute passion and I find it incredibly rewarding! Working with women from all walks of life is so interesting and I love making people feel beautiful. When you meet me you’ll probably wonder where my accent is from; I’m originally from Norway but have lived almost 20 years in Australia. I’m a natural redhead and that translucently pale person that blends in with the sand at the beach (hello SPF 50+). I have two beautiful little boys and a super supportive husband (who is also a photographer), as well as a fluffy white dog and a tuxedo cat!
How it Works
When you arrive at the Studio
When you arrive for your session, your experience will start with a cold bottle of fresh water while you are having your hair and makeup done. My residential studio is comfortable and air conditioned; heated in winter and cool in summer. It’s decked out with beautiful furniture and props to use for your session, music is always playing softly in the background while getting your makeup done and while shooting, and me have beautiful samples of my products on display for you to check out.
Makeup & Hair
Hair and makeup is always included in your boudoir session because my awesome team of makeup artists are professionals with years of experience, and you deserve nothing but the best. Whether you want to keep it natural or go full glam, my makeup artists are here to make it all happen. So you can sit back and get pampered while the experts perform your makeover, and you KNOW you’ll look amazing! Before we start, we discuss what kind of makeup you normally wear and what you are comfortable with, we chat about the look you want to achieve and go through the outfits that you’ve chosen for your session, and then we make it all come together
Client Wardrobe
If you don’t have your own outfits, or you need some styling advice, I’ve got you covered! Me have a full closet of luxury lingerie and accessories for you to choose from, ranging in colours and styles, and sizes from XS-XXXL.
The Shoot
Once you are all glammed up we start shooting! Naturally, almost everyone is nervous at first – you are after all getting in your lingerie in front of a complete stranger – me totally get it! But rest assured, I have years of experience in posing people of EVERY body shape, size and age in a way that makes them look their best. If you are a bit insecure about how the photos are turning out when me start the shoot, me will happily show you some sneak peeks on the back of the camera just to prove to you that you are indeed looking fabulous!
The Product Viewing
Directly after your session me will go through the image collections with you and show you all the products that are available in the collections! You will probably have an idea of what you want before the day, but there is nothing better than to see, hold and touch the actual products before you finalise you decisions!
After your session
Once you get home and are still revelling in your amazing experience, your proofs will be ready to view within 24 hours. I will send you a link to a private password protected viewing gallery where you can go through the images in your own time and select your favourites. If your collection includes an album or wall art, we will discuss which photos you would like to use for your products. It takes 2 weeks (from the time you make your selection) for to edit your images and send you the finished digital photos, and it takes 2-6 weeks to receive your physical products such as albums and wall art.
Testimonials
Love Notes From Clients!
“My beautiful husband purchased this treat with Malin as a gift for me. I must say as a 58 year old woman I was a little apprehensive, I actually felt out of my comfort zone. All that disappeared once I met Malin. She was so easy to work with and the process was soooo much fun. I loved getting my makeup and hair done – the artist was sooo great – my hair and markup looked fantastic. I utilised Malin’s lingerie which was amazing. I chose outfits that I wouldn’t normally pick up which was a lot of fun. The end result were photos that I actually couldn’t believe were me. It was very empowering. As a woman you get to an age whereby your kids have left home and you can forget who you are. This experience really helped me connect back to me. Thanks Malin 🙂 “
Ms J
“I had a session with Malin when I got my divorce. As a curvy woman with mum tum and lots of lumps and bumps, I was nervous about going out of my comfort zone and being seen in lingerie. But Malin made it easy to find my inner sexy goddess and gave me the confidence and guidance to create some of the most amazing photos I have ever seen of myself. I was also able to use the extensive client wardrobe she has, and was styled from head to toe for my session. My hair and makeup were done to perfection and I left the studio feeling like a beautiful woman. Thank you Malin”
Ms K
“I booked a shoot as a 40th birthday present to myself and it was one of the most amazing things I have ever done. Malin was welcoming and friendly when I arrived. The set up of the change room and studio was neat, tidy and gave a comfy vibe. As a plus size woman, I was nervous about being in lingerie at first, but that didn’t last long. Malin is extremely professional and helped me feel comfortable. The suggested poses and her encouragement made the whole session easy and really built my confidence. And WOW! The quality of her work! Online the photos are amazing and I can’t wait to see my album when it arrives. Melody styled my hair and makeup. She was able to give me a nice natural style that allowed my natural features appear. I felt beautiful after my look was complete. Thank you for such an uplifting and empowering experience Malin.”
