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14 Years
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Your Premier Boudoir Photography Experience in Philadelphia
At Allebach Photography, we specialize in creating empowering boudoir experiences that celebrate individuality and human connection. Our studio has redefined boudoir photography for over a decade, serving clients from Philadelphia and beyond with a commitment to body positivity, artistic excellence, and emotional authenticity. Our team of professional photographers brings extensive experience in capturing intimate moments that transform how clients see themselves and their relationships. We offer a comprehensive three-step process that begins with personalized consultation, continues through a transformative photo session, and concludes with collaborative artwork design for your home.Our services cater to diverse clients including couples, individuals, and LGBTQ+ communities, with a focus on creating safe, judgment-free spaces for self-expression. We guarantee a comfortable experience with options for full nudity or partial coverage, and maintain strict privacy standards for all sessions. Our studio's unique approach combines technical expertise with emotional intelligence to produce artwork that becomes a lasting testament to personal confidence and relationships. With locations in suburban Philadelphia and availability for travel, we serve clients from Boston to Virginia Beach while maintaining our core values of inclusivity and artistic integrity.
Services
Couples Boudoir
Men's Boudoir
Boudoir After Dark
Family Portraits
Wedding Boudoir
Headshots & Branding
Fine Art Nudes
Maternity Boudoir
Elopement Photography
Private Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer body-positive sessions for all shapes, sizes, and orientations
- Our three-step process ensures personalized attention from consultation to artwork
- We maintain strict privacy standards for all sessions
- Our team includes both male and female photographers for solo sessions
- We provide hair and makeup services in our specialized studio
What people say
Felt completely comfortable
Best gift ever
Amazing artwork
Transformative experience
Professional and kind
Services
Couples Boudoir
Our couples boudoir sessions create lasting artwork celebrating relationships. Clients receive personalized attention through a three-step process including consultation, photography, and artwork design. Sessions focus on connection and intimacy while maintaining comfort and privacy. The experience typically lasts five hours with hair and makeup included.
Men's Boudoir
Specialized sessions helping men explore confidence through artistic photography. Options include full nudity or partial coverage in a judgment-free environment. Sessions include professional hair and makeup with collaborative artwork design. Designed to challenge stereotypes while creating empowering personal artwork.
Boudoir After Dark
Our after-hours experience focuses on sensual, artistic photography in a private setting. Combines traditional boudoir with creative lighting and styling for dramatic results. Sessions emphasize personal expression while maintaining artistic integrity. Includes full studio amenities and personalized artwork options.
Family Portraits
Artistic family portraits capturing authentic connections across generations. Sessions focus on natural interactions and emotional bonds in a comfortable studio environment. Includes styling guidance and artwork design for home display. Designed to create heirloom-quality pieces documenting family relationships.
Wedding Boudoir
Specialized photography for wedding couples focusing on romantic connection and celebration. Includes engagement and ceremony planning resources with artistic portraiture. Sessions can be combined with wedding photography for cohesive storytelling. Designed to create memorable artwork for newlyweds.
People
Mike Allebach
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with over 10 years specializing in boudoir and wedding photography. Known for creating comfortable environments that celebrate individuality. Holds multiple photography awards and has been featured in regional publications.
Questions
What should I wear for my boudoir session?
Bring whatever makes you comfortable - from lingerie to formal wear. We provide styling guidance and have a selection of accessories available.
Can I bring a friend or partner to my session?
Solo clients may bring one guest to observe, while couples sessions include both partners. All attendees must maintain positive, supportive energy.
How are photos kept private?
All sessions are strictly private unless you grant explicit permission for sharing. We follow professional privacy standards and never share without consent.
Do you offer hair and makeup services?
Yes, we include professional hair and makeup for one person. Additional services available for partners with advance notice.
What locations are available for sessions?
Our primary studio is in suburban Philadelphia with travel options available. We also offer location shoots at client accommodations for special requests.
How long does the process take?
Total experience lasts about five hours including hair/makeup, photography, and artwork design. Most clients schedule a full day or weekend getaway.
Reviews (7)
Reese Basile
Jun 26, 2022
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Absolutely amazing couples retreat where we both felt like stars for the day. No pressure, no rush, just complete artistic vision expressed in a comfortable and warm environment. Never felt better about myself after seeing the results of our shoot. Best in class!
Brianna Holland
May 22, 2022
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Somthing so magical happens at the Allebach Photography! It is an alluring atmosphere. They make you feel at home, coach you through your movement, your expressions and suddenly a shift happens - this indescribable feeling just takes over as you find your comfort - the butterflies disappear and suddenly you are jut lost in your partners eyes, your souls are intertwined and your inner light and alter ego shine so so bright.
We were brought to tears when our photos were finally revealed to us on the big screen. The raw emotion that was captured, to see the way my husband looks at me, to see how breathtakingly gorgeous and spicy we are. It was a life changing experience that changes you as a person and a couple in the most incredible way. This was the best gift we could have given ourselves to celebrate our love and we are counting down the days for our wall art and picture box arrival. Every person and couple should step right outside that comfort zone and treat themselves to a session.
We were brought to tears when our photos were finally revealed to us on the big screen. The raw emotion that was captured, to see the way my husband looks at me, to see how breathtakingly gorgeous and spicy we are. It was a life changing experience that changes you as a person and a couple in the most incredible way. This was the best gift we could have given ourselves to celebrate our love and we are counting down the days for our wall art and picture box arrival. Every person and couple should step right outside that comfort zone and treat themselves to a session.
Cat Brown
Apr 23, 2022
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Mike and Erica are incredibly talented. Their sets are amazing and you will not regret this investment in yourself! I have done both single boudoir, family photos, and couples boudoir with them and I cherish the artwork I have purchased. Wouldn't trade the experience for the world!
Julie Christine
Mar 28, 2022
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Mike and Erika are amazing. My boudoir session was fun and stress free from start to finish. Getting hair and makeup done while drinking champagne was awesome. Erika sat down with me before we started shooting to ask me what my goals were and it was a great conversation that helped me to feel more comfortable with her. It's definitely nerve wracking at first but after 20 mins or so I definitely felt more comfortable and started to have so much fun!
It's great that Erika and Mike give you direction on how to pose etc. After the shoot I went to relax and eat a beautiful little charcuterie board they had waiting for me. Erika presented my pictures to me as a slide show on a projector screen and I have NEVER had that many goosebumps in my life. We went through and picked the photos I loved and Erika even offered her own insight which was nice too. I am absolutely in love with my photos and the experience is WELL worth the money, and I know I will be working with them again!
It's great that Erika and Mike give you direction on how to pose etc. After the shoot I went to relax and eat a beautiful little charcuterie board they had waiting for me. Erika presented my pictures to me as a slide show on a projector screen and I have NEVER had that many goosebumps in my life. We went through and picked the photos I loved and Erika even offered her own insight which was nice too. I am absolutely in love with my photos and the experience is WELL worth the money, and I know I will be working with them again!
Heather Helsel
Nov 24, 2021
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I hired 2 photographers for my wedding and I loved every minute of them being there. They had creative ideas for pictures and went along with our crazy and playful family and friends. They helped capture magic for my big day! As a heavier woman and person with tattoos, I want someone who would appreciate what I was working with and knew how to photograph it well. I'm confident that my pictures will make me ball my eyes out when I see them. They made us feel confident and had us smiling the whole time! I couldn't thank them enough!
Nicole C.
Jul 01, 2021
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Unlike other studios I have been to, when you walk into Allebach, you are cocooned in a warm feeling of love and joy. I had the pleasure of working with both Mike and Erika over the course of two separate shoots and they allowed me to celebrate my personal beauty (flaws and all) without any pressure to hide any part of myself. Multiple health and injuries left me feeling like an insignificant blob and when my husband mentioned that he may like pictures for our anniversary, I was hesitant. This last session gave me such a personal confidence that I will be forever grateful for over the rest of my life.
Courtney Keeth
Apr 19, 2021
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Mike and Erika make a fantastic team! From start to finish they made me feel comfortable and gorgeous! They're enthusiasm for their craft shows through the photographs that they are able to capture. The amount of attention to detail in the sets and staging perfectly is unmatched. This was by far the best decision I have ever made for myself and I cannot wait to get back in the studio with them. They are both so relatable and made the entire experience something to remember. I love my album and tell all of my friends and family to look to them for their photography needs.
