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Secret Photoshop Recipe: Rusty Cage!
Last week we talked about creating smoking hot gorgeous light with a two light setup, and this week I wanted to discuss how to create even more of a smoky dramatic look with one of my favorite action...
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Working it! Creating Variety, No 2.
Boudoir photography is all about using what you’ve got and focusing on what’s awesome. Remember that post, Working It! Creating Variety, on how to create beauty and variety when you show up on a crappy...
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A Curvy Conversation
Welcome to a new blog series that focuses on having a healthy relationship with your body, being comfortable in your own skin, and enjoying your body and life. Exactly the way they are. I’d love for...
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One Hot Mama… Sexy at Sixty-one!
In honor of Mother’s Day coming up on the 12th, I’m thrilled to be featuring… my mom! My mom, Sandina, was my first symbol of femininity and sensuality. I remember, as a little girl, sitting on my...
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Nude Reflected
Blogging from our beautiful rooftop office in NYC. What a GORGEOUS day out, and a perfect day to share some fine art nudes! This was one of a three looks we did for a forty-something mom in the studio...
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Spotlight on: Justine Musk… and a snake!
An email came in recently requesting a photo shoot with this subject line: daring, sensual, badass photos. It was from Justine Musk. I met Justine a few years ago at Marie Forleo’s Mastermind in LA,...
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Morning Coffee
Morning is my favorite part of the day. Add coffee, and I’m in total bliss. Miss R, a beautiful redhead, was the perfect subject for this Morning Coffee inspiration. Recommended playlist “Coffee in...
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A NYC Story in Replichrome
Renee, a sweet southern woman who came to NYC for a shoot, told me her best tip on feeling gorgeous is to have new adventures! I agree. Exploring is fun, being brave is gorgeous, and experimenting is...
View ArticleThe newly expanded Online Boudoir Workshop begins Oct. 7th!
YOU’RE INVITED TO ENJOY: Behind the Scenes access to Christa’s shoots Video tutorials and post-production demo’s NEWLY updated and expanded content NEW projects, contests and assignments — LIVE Q&A...
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New York City Rendezvous, A Photo Shoot!
Thinking about a memorable holiday getaway to NYC? Jet in on Thursday, stay at a luxurious hotel, visit the hottest sights, and experience a decadent photo shoot that will have the both of you blushing...
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2013, A Year in Instagram iPhone Pics
Whew! It’s a few hours til midnight on 12/31/13, and I just finished my favorite year-end exercise of listing all the magic moments of the year! 2013 was packed with amazing moments and full of shoots,...
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Nude, with Goosebumps & Gold Leaf
A recent session in NYC with a Chicago mom of three. She was inspired by an Esquire cover of Rhianna covered with leaves, but we opted to play with gold leaf… I love naked simplicity… More simply...
View ArticleInterview with TWIP
While I was up and gettin’ married this past December, the interview I did with This Week in Photography was posted. It’s 45 minutes and PACKED with no-holds-barred info, so I didn’t want you to miss...
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Spotlight on: Alejandra Ramos
Such a pleasure to photograph the gorgeous and lovely Alejandra Ramos of Always Order Dessert fame. Among her many TV appearances, Alejandra has been featured alongside the likes of Emeril and on Dr....
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Mr. & Mrs. Economopoulos, a New York City Elopement!
“To be someone’s first love may be nice, but to be their last is beyond perfect.” Saying YES to marrying Costaki Economopoulos back in August was an easy choice to make. Whether or not to elope,...
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Spotlight on: Alejandra Ramos, Part 2
Back on the blog for Part 2, Alejandra Ramos is our resident saucy chef who we love and adore. She not only emodies the real natural woman, but also shares her tips on sexy and effortless entertaining...
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Spotlight on Liz Dialto & Wild Soul Movement
Meet Liz DiAlto, founder of Wild Soul Movement. Liz is one of my favorite people on the planet and a dear friend. You’ve gotta know her if you don’t already. Her outrageous laugh, deliciously...
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Real is Beautiful, Opening the Kimono Part 1
I’m still riding the positive energy from the huge success of this weekend’s “Opening the Kimono!” Twenty photographers went behind the scenes to watch me shoot live in NYC. They got a backstage pass...
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Spotlight on: Gry Sinding
Meet Gry Sinding. One of my super cool NYC girlfriends. Gry and I hit it off immediately when we first met in early 2011 as a part of Marie Forleo‘s Mastermind group. Gry’s playful spirit and high...
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Spotlight on: Natasha Lakos
Meet one of my favorite people on the planet – Natasha Lakos! We get into a lot of trouble together. When I suggested a spur of the moment trip to Paris – she was all in! – and we had the time of our...
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