Monthly Archives: July 2009

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Alexis & Steve :: Founder’s Chapel, El Cortez Hotel, Downtown San Diego

July 21, 2009 – 3:49 pm

Here’s a selection of shots from a recent wedding with Alexis & Steve. We had such a good time with them by just simply walking around the El Cortez in downtown in their full wedding garb. There were definitely some close calls with cars in the area as we were shooting in the middle of the street quite a bit. During the ceremony we shot almost everything at 3200 ISO as it’s very dark in Founder’s Chapel. But with the 5D/5D Mark II quality combined with -2.0 L capable lenses, it made for some moving, film-like grainy images. We only ended up doing a few formals at the altar due to the low-light but eventually moved out to the entry area at Founders and used the open double doors to channel the light into sort of a huge softbox (photos are in Slideshow). Again I have to say we are continually blessed to not only work with such great couples, but also with their incredible families and friends. God is good. :)

ALEXIS & STEVE WEDDING SLIDESHOW (150+ SHOTS)
ALEXIS & STEVE’S ENGAGEMENT

*Alexis, Steve, Family, Friends, and Vendors feel free to right click and save images for online use such as myspace, facebook, etc. NOTE: Copyright terms state that “Bouchér” watermark must remain on image. Images are low-res, not for print use, and are electronically embedded with copyright law protection.

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The Boudoir Divas :: Photoshoot with Becker

July 17, 2009 – 3:21 pm

You may know that I (Marissa) also shoot boudoir photography at our Bouchér Studio here in San Diego. Our studio is on it’s way to become the next Disneyland of all boudoir photography studios, if I can help it ;). It’s called THE BOUDOIR DIVAS SAN DIEGO! Ladies we invite you to check us out as we just won Bridal Insider’s People’s Choice Award for San Diego’s best boudoir photographer!

And, hopefully you all know Kimberlee by now. She is one of the other “Boudoir Divas” as she and I came up with the name together a couple years ago when we started educating for boudoir photography and doing boudoir photography workshops. She is now about to hit the road for a “boudoir tour” bringing boudoir photography to your city. And Las Vegas is the first on her list!
If you are interested email info@theboudoirdivas.com

She and I are starting a new boudoir photography adventure together so we wanted some promo photos. This was my first official photo session. Weston, my hubby, takes photos of me all the time, but that’s cake. It is hard to feel silly in front of someone you have shared a bathroom with for 7 years!

The self-proclaimed male diva of photography, BECKER, was kind enough to tolerate The Boudoir Divas’ nonsense for a few hours and take some photos of us. I have to say that it was nerve wracking to be in front of the camera. K has quite a natural ability and ease with her graceful long limbs. I was very impressed by her and her moves. I, on the other hand, felt a little stuck in cement at times, but I can say that I definitely can identify with my clients a little bit more now. Visit www.thebecker.com to see all the images and crazy/fun video of him editing some of K’s dance moves.

The Booudoir Divas. Marissa Boucher (left) Kimberlee West (right)

On another funny note, when Becker twittered that he was doing a photo shoot with “The Boudoir Divas” everyone thought that we were doing a boudoir photography shoot for him! Hilarious. -M

paris_boudoir_workshop

UPDATE! : Be sure to check out The Boudoir Divas new international boudoir referral site to either find a boudoir photographer in your area or to list yourself as a boudoir photographer on the boudoir international network www.boudoirinternational.com or www.boudoir-photographer-international.com. If you’re in the San Diego, Orange County, or Los Angeles area and are looking to book a boudoir shoot with us please visit www.theboudoirdivas.com and reveal your sexy! And all you Boudoir Photographers don’t forget to keep up  with  www.theboudoirdivas.com & www.thedivasblog.com for all their educational resources such as Boudoir Photography Workshops, The Boudoir Posing Guide, Boudoir Photoshop Actions, Boudoir Album Templates, Boudoir Workshop Books, Boudoir Marketing Tips, Boudoir Party Packets, Boudoir Sample Price Lists, & more!

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WE NEED YOUR VOTE! :: Bouchér nominted 2nd time for “Best Wedding Photographer 2009″, ABC 10 News San Diego A-List :: Voting ending Sept. 4th

July 15, 2009 – 3:46 pm

So Marissa and I are hoping we can get everyone to take a sec to vote for us for “Best Wedding Photographer 2009″ before voting closes on September 4th. ABC 10 News puts on the competition for their A-List of businesses throughout San Diego, so if we can win for a 2nd year it’d be a huge blessing for our studio in terms of exposure and recognition ;).

VOTE NOW: “Bouchér Photography for Best Wedding Photographer 2009″

VOTE NOW: “Bouchér Photography for Best Wedding Photographer 2009″

*Be sure to click on the confirmation email after voting to confirm your vote or it won’t be counted.

We want to thank everyone who made our win possible in 2007, you rock!

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Bouchér’s “THE BOUDOIR DIVAS” won “Best San Diego Wedding Vendor for Boudoir Photography”!!

July 15, 2009 – 3:28 pm

We just found out that we are an award winner in the 2009 Bridalinsider.com People’s Choice Awards for San Diego Wedding Vendors.  We were crowned the winners as:

“Best San Diego Wedding Vendor for Boudoir Photography”

We are super excited that our lovely clients nominated and voted..  for us!

According to BridalInsider.com, The People’s Choice Awards are the highest recognition given to a wedding vendor because they are awarded by the people; the local brides (and grooms) that have used their services.

Click here to view the Award Winners.

We would also like to shout-out Congratulations to some of our favorite wedding vendors!

Best San Diego Wedding Vendor for Health & Fitness
1st Place : Fit 2 Wed

Best San Diego Wedding DJ
1st Place : Mick Scrivener, Elite British DJ

Best San Diego Wedding Vendor for Videography
1st Place : NR3 Video Productions

Overall Favorite Vendor
Julie Scrivener, The Best Wedding for You

UPDATE! : Be sure to check out The Boudoir Divas new international boudoir referral site to either find a boudoir photographer in your area or to list yourself as a boudoir photographer on the boudoir international network www.boudoirinternational.com or www.boudoir-photographer-international.com. If you’re in the San Diego, Orange County, or Los Angeles area and are looking to book a boudoir shoot with us please visit www.theboudoirdivas.com and reveal your sexy! And all you Boudoir Photographers don’t forget to keep up  with  www.theboudoirdivas.com & www.thedivasblog.com for all their educational resources such as Boudoir Photography Workshops, The Boudoir Posing Guide, Boudoir Photoshop Actions, Boudoir Album Templates, Boudoir Workshop Books, Boudoir Marketing Tips, Boudoir Party Packets, Boudoir Sample Price Lists, & more!

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Rhea & Djem :: Engagement shoot @ Seaport Village

July 1, 2009 – 7:39 pm

We came across a really interesting piece of art at Seaport Village made up of curved iron beams and just had to shoot with it. Marissa and I were pretty excited about the shots and have to commend Rhea and Djem for doing such a great job interacting with such a funky backdrop. Seaport Village actually doesn’t allow professional photography of any kind but we somehow manage to shoot there time and again unscathed! ;) Oh now I’ve gone and said it, what a dope…I just realized we have an another engagement shoot tonight at Seaport Village!!! Knock on wood.

*Rhea, Djem, Family, Friends, and Vendors feel free to right click and save images for online use such as myspace, facebook, etc. NOTE: Copyright terms state that “Bouchér” watermark must remain on image. Images are low-res, not for print use, and are electronically embedded with copyright law protection.

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Kurstin & Nick :: The Engagement Session :: Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

July 1, 2009 – 6:35 pm

Although we shoot at Balboa Park quite often, we were stoked to find a couple new spots while exploring with Kurstin & Nick. The sun went down rather quick so we also had more time for night shots with our video light. We did some backlighting with it and were pretty excited with the outcome of the rim-lit effect combined with Balboa Park’s street lamps. Kurstin and Nick ended up going with one of our Engagement Guestbooks which features about 20 pages of custom layouts that include shots from the engagement session with layout space available for wedding guests to leave a personal message for the bride and groom with a sharpie. We actually just shot Kurstin & Nick’s wedding last Saturday and countless people went out of their way to tell us how much they loved the guestbook album idea; even the caterers. They’re always a hit! ;p

*Kurstin, Nick, Family, Friends, and Vendors feel free to right click and save images for online use such as myspace, facebook, etc. NOTE: Copyright terms state that “Bouchér” watermark must remain on image. Images are low-res, not for print use, and are electronically embedded with copyright law protection.

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Val & Rob :: Founder’s Chapel, La Jolla Shores Hotel

July 1, 2009 – 4:20 pm

We had some fun walking around and shooting on Prospect in La Jolla with Val & Rob. Tourists always love seeing a bride and groom and never hesitate to snap a bunch of shots even though they have no idea who they are haha. Be sure to check out the following slideshow link for 90+ more shots from the day…

VAL & ROB’S WEDDING SLIDESHOW

The only thing that’s tough for me when shooting on Prospect is passing by the Haagen Dazs shop with two cameras in my hand instead of being double-fisted with two ice cream cones. Speaking of ice cream, am I the only one out there who is ravenous for bubble gum ice cream? I actually had a word with our local grocer last night about requesting that they stock Breyer’s Bubble Yum Bubble Gum Ice Cream. They told me to find the UPC code, then to put in a request and they’ll try to get it. I’ll keep you posted as I’m sure you’re all insanely curious about the outcome ;p. I’m a total health nut but I do have my weaknesses. Luckily this specific flavor is surprisingly low fat/low calorie. Ok, this is dumb, gotta go.

VAL & ROB’S ENGAGEMENT SHOTS

*Val, Rob, Family, Friends, and Vendors feel free to right click and save images for online use such as myspace, facebook, etc. NOTE: Copyright terms state that “Bouchér” watermark must remain on image. Images are low-res, not for print use, and are electronically embedded with copyright law protection.

Event Planning: Melissa Barrad @ I Do Weddings
Venues: Founder’s Chapel, La Jolla Shores Hotel
Hair/Makeup: Jennifer Bueno 858.472.0077
Flowers: Haydee’s Creative Flowers
Cake: French Gourmet
DJ: Dennis Bergstrom

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