Let me guess — you’re the one who holds everything together — family, work, the daily chaos — and rarely takes a moment just for yourself.
Maybe you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and wonder: Who am I beneath all of this?
The Art of Her invites you to reconnect with your femininity and self through portraiture. Intimate, thoughtful portraits that honour your strength, your softness, and everything you’ve quietly carried.
It’s an invitation to step into the creative process — to follow what feels right, whether it’s stillness, movement, or the play of light, and to weave in symbols or themes that hold meaning for you, creating art that is wholly your own.
available in: ballina, nsw
A creative Fine Art Portraiture Experience
of her
The Art
creating
fine art portraits
Using creative lighting, fabric, and form, we craft images that feel more like fine art than photos. Each session is an artistic collaboration, shaped by your style, your story and the type of imagery you're drawn to.
Sessions can include implied, partial, or full nudity — always guided with care and tailored to your comfort. There is no requirement for this, only the option if it feels right for you. For some women, it becomes a way of seeing their body as art; for others, it’s about expression through movement, light, or form. However you choose to approach it, the process is entirely yours.
A quiet celebration of self, form, and femininity — whether you’re wrapped in silk, shadow, or skin.
my WORK IS BEST DESCRIBED AS
artful.
feminine. intimate.
My style is soft, artful, and grounded in beauty — a quiet blend of beauty and boudoir photography that's slower, softer, and more intentional.
Shot mostly in black and white, my work explores the quiet power of feminine beauty. I create imagery that is tasteful, artistic, and expressive - often combining organic textures like water, earth, or fabric with creative use of light, shadow, and refined composition.
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YOU'RE LOOKING FOR:
tasteful boudoir / fine art nude / beauty portraits
Created for the female gaze, I craft intimate, artful portraits — whether you're drawn to soft boudoir, fine art nude, or timeless beauty imagery.
A safe space to celebrate your body
Set in a private home studio, you’ll be met with care, professionalism, and warmth — a space where you can truly feel at ease and respected every step of the way.
reclamation
An opportunity to reconnect with your body in your own time, on your own terms. A quiet shift back into yourself.
I FELT COMFORTABLE WITH HOLLY AND THAT SHE REALLY TO WHAT I WAS AFTER
listened
— Sarah
the process
THE PLANNING
THE EXPERIENCE
THE ARTWORK
Once your booking is confirmed you will receive my Fine Art Preparation Guide along with a pre-shoot questionnaire which will cover your wardrobe, stying, comfort and preferences. Through a phone or zoom meeting we'll then design the perfect photoshoot experience tailored just for you.
It’s time to create! Set in a private home studio, we’ll explore different poses and setups together to capture stunning shots. You’ll be part of the process as we create several looks for a beautiful collection of images to choose from.
Following your session you will receive a link to a private online viewing gallery where you can select your favourite images for retouching. We'll schedule a call to go over these together and note any specific retouching requirements. From here your images will be finalised into stunning works of art.
why work with
Holly
My unique take on beauty and boudoir fine art portraiture blends light, styling, and emotion to create imagery with intention — not just pretty pictures, but art we shape together.
Your privacy will always be respected, and I will never share your images without permission.
You deserve to experience your images beyond the screen. That's why along with your digital images I offer heirloom albums, wall art, and prints so you can enjoy your photos in tangible forms.
I only accept 3 to 4 bookings per month to allow for a personalised approach and to ensure your images are created with my undivided attention.
Holly creates space to feel safe, beautiful, seen, and
strong.
— kelly
HERE'S THE THING...
It’s easy to justify the things that serve others — but this? A photoshoot just for you? That’s harder to explain to yourself.
And yet, we pour time and care into feeling like ourselves again — colouring our hair, buying a special dress, trying the serum that promises a glow. These moments matter.
They’re small acts of choosing yourself in a world that rarely asks you to.
But the colour fades. The dress goes back in the wardrobe. The glow wears off.
This is different. These images don’t disappear. They stay with you — a quiet reminder of your strength, your softness, your beauty. Something to return to, especially on the days you feel invisible or lost.
Years from now, your 80-year-old self will look back on these photos and quietly thank you.
They’ll be a lasting act of self-care, a reminder of your worth that no one can take away.
INVESTMENT
Intimate Fine Art packages start from $750 with tailored collections or custom package options available to suit all tastes and budgets.
Choose from pre-tailored collections or curate your own. Digital images, print collections, handmade wall art and bespoke heirloom albums are all available. For a full price list with all image and product offerings please contact me.
Frequently asked questions
what do i wear? do i need to be naked?
You can wear as much or as little as you're comfortable in. To create an implied nude look you have the option to wear skin coloured underwear. For more coverage you can wear your favourite lingerie set, and for a touch of modesty we can drape fabric. Being comfortable in your wardrobe choices is important as this will ultimately translate through to your final images - and of course make the experience itself an enjoyable and empowering one. Your boundaries will always be respected and we will discuss styling and how you want to be captured in detail at time of your visions meeting.
do you provide wardrobe items / fabrics?
I have a stunning selection of wardrobe pieces and fabrics you are welcome to incorporate into your shoot. I do not provide undergarments, this is something you will need to bring on the day along with any wardrobe items you wish to shoot in.
where are you based?
Sessions are held in a home based studio located in Ballina, NSW.
do i need to know how to pose?
You can relax knowing your photoshoot is fully guided. I will use my knowledge of lighting and angles to highlight key features creating a beautiful variety of detail and full body shots.
HOW LONG UNTIL I RECEIVE MY IMAGES?
You will receive a private online viewing gallery 48 hours following your session to choose your favourite images for retouching. These will then take up to 3 weeks to be ready depending on the number of images selected. Wall art and prints may take approximately 4 weeks to arrive once the order is placed.
is this regular boudoir photography?
I would describe this as Intimate Fine Art or a blend of Beauty and Fine Art Boudoir Photography. It's a more artistic niche within the boudoir photography genre, where we create allure through light, shadow, and minimalist styling, rather than relying on bedroom settings and props often seen in traditional boudoir photography.
how far in advance should i book?
I only accept 3 to 4 bookings per month to allow for a personalised approach and ensure your images are retouched with my undivided attention. While I sometimes can accomodate last minute requests I recommend booking 6 to 8 weeks in advance,
I really like the idea of having my body captured but i'm a bit shy of *body insecurity* - can you alter this?
I want you to feel beautiful and relaxed during your photoshoot as well as treasure your final images. The level of retouching I offer is completely tailored to you and your preferences. If you want to be captured organically and raw i'm all for this - similarly if you are experiencing blemishes, bloating etc and would prefer these removed / contoured; professional retouching is included in your session. My editing approach is detailed to ensure high end, realistic results - no fake, plastic looking photos or filters here.
how do i prepare for my session?
Once your booking is confirmed you will receive my Fine Art Photography Preparation Guide which will take you through all the do's and don't of preparing for your session.
ready to get started?
LET'S CREATE
Something Beautiful
A celebration of self, form and femininity.
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