WINNERS ANNOUNCED BELOW
We're excited to introduce the 2023 Boudoir Photography Awards, celebrating the artistic excellence of boudoir photographers worldwide and showcasing their captivating and sensual photography.
This marks the second annual contest, following the successful completion of our inaugural event in 2022, where we proudly awarded the deserving winners their prizes.
The Book
1st Place Winner
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Dddomini
IG: dddomini
2nd Place Winner
Photographer: Randy Rocket
IG: mrrandyrocket
WB: https://www.randyrocket.com
3rd Place Winner
Photographer: Kai Spaete
IG: kai_spaete
WB: späte.com
Model: Niczricpic
IG: rici.pic
Artistic Nude Category Winner
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Kelly Collins
IG: kellycollin_
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Black and White Category Winner
Photographer: Mateusz Jagiello
IG: walthornik
WB: www.silkandsaltphoto.com
Lingerie Category Winner
Photographer: Stacey Firth
IG: madmagic.co
WB: https://www.madmagic.co/
Model: @hairbyjaimemarie
IG: hairbyjaimemarie
Hair Stylist: @hairbyjaimemarie
IG: hairbyjaimemarie
Makeup Artist: @makeupbyallylynn_
IG: makeupbyallylynn_
Creative Lighting Category Winner
Photographer: Samuel Guillermo
IG: nkdhmns
Model: Kat Phoria
IG: kat.phoria
Bridal Category Winner
Photographer: Kelly Schneider
IG: kellyschneider_art
WB: https://www.ksfinearts.com
Model: Sharon D
IG: lifebysharondl
Outdoor Category Winner
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Natalia Andreeva
IG: modelandreeva
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Men Category Winner
Photographer: Mateusz Jagiello
IG: walthornik
WB: www.silkandsaltphoto.com
Shortlisted
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Veronica Manzo
IG: veronica_._manzo
Photographer: Ian Clifford
IG: ff.photoshoots
WB: http://ffstudio.be
TW: https://twitter.com/ff_erotica
Lighting Designer: Ian Clifford
IG: ff.photoshoots
WB: http://ffstudio.be
TW: https://twitter.com/ff_erotica
Model: Eyla Moore
IG: eylamoore
Photographer: Evgeny Loza
IG: loza_photo
FB: https://www.facebook.com/spellhack
Photographer: Gabriel Dusil
IG: gdusil
WB: dusil.org
Female Model: Barbara Ciastonova
IG: barbara_cia_official
Photographer: Michael Marco
IG: images_by_marco
Model: AnnaFaye
IG: sweetestannafaye
Makeup Artist: AnnaFaye
IG: sweetestannafaye
Photographer: Simona Pistolozzi @Freelance
IG: revolutiongrey_photo
FB: https://www.facebook.com/simona.pistolozzirevolutiongrey
Model: Hérodiade
IG: herodiade_cn_
FB: https://www.facebook.com/herodiade.chatnoir
WB: https://herodiadechatnoir.kavyar.site/
TW: https://twitter.com/Herodiade_cn
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@herodiary_
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Model: Anna Ioannova (Model)
IG: ioannova_anna_model
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Bella Ballerina
IG: bellaballerina_x
Photographer: Alan Barker
IG: inneressenceboudoir
WB: https://inneressenceboudoir.com
Female Model: Lit Wit
IG: djlitwit
WB: www.litwit.net
Photographer: Hans Repelnig
IG: hhrphotography
WB: styrian.1x.com
Model: Denisa Strakova
IG: denisastrakovaofficial
WB: https://www.denisastrakova.com
Photographer: Samuel Guillermo
IG: nkdhmns
Model: Katriella
IG: katriellamodel
Photographer: Stefano Sacchi
IG: stefanosacchiph
WB: http://
TW: https://twitter.com/Stan_McCrow
Model: Chiara Internò
IG: _chiara.interno_
Photographer: Keven Silva
IG: kevensilvaphoto
Photographer: Simona Pistolozzi @Freelance
IG: revolutiongrey_photo
FB: https://www.facebook.com/simona.pistolozzirevolutiongrey
Model: Nausicaa Yami
IG: nausicaa_yami_
WB: https://www.nausicaayami.com/
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Rebecca Bagnol
IG: _rebeccabagnol
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: MARIUSZ Wróblewski
IG: mw_wroblewski
FB: https://www.facebook.com/mwwroblewski/
WB: http://www.MariuszWroblewski.maxmodels.pl
PT: https://pl.pinterest.com/mwgruby
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@mw_wroblewski
Makeup Artist: Pyclik Gabriela
IG: pyclikgabriela.makeup
FB: https://www.facebook.com/pyclikgabriela.makeup
WB: https://pyclikgabrielamua.tumblr.com/
Wardrobe Stylist: Patrycja Polanowska
IG: zagrajmywubieranki
Model: Inga Grechnik
IG: inga_grechnik
Photographer: Vitaly Levin
IG: vitalyny
FB: https://www.facebook.com/vitaly.levin
WB: https://www.vitalylevin.com
TW: https://www.twitter.com/vitalyny/
Model: Ksenia Wegner
IG: wegnerksenia
Studio: Artheshok Photography Studio
IG: arteshokphoto
Photographer: Malcolm Sinclair Lobban @no
IG: m.sinclairphotography
WB: http://www.msinclairphotography.com/
Model: Rebecca
IG: _rebeccabagnol
Photographer: Evgeny Loza
IG: loza_photo
FB: https://www.facebook.com/spellhack
Photographer: alessandroaccossato.urbex
IG: alessandroaccossato.urbex
FB: https://www.facebook.com/accossato.alessandro
WB: https://www.alessandroaccossatophoto.it/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@accossatoalessand
YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7OnUVm4U7cznedKQZBFrmA
Model: Arianna Clerici
IG: ariannaclericimodel
WB: www.ariannaclericimodel.com
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Photographer: Courtney Brown
IG: elevated.focus
WB: https://www.cbrownphotography.com
Female Model: Daniella Mosca
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Laura Giraudi
IG: iamlauragiraudi
WB: www.lauragiraudi.com
Photographer: Aman Gulati
IG: agulati.studio
Female Model: Georgia Brown
IG: georgia.brown.model_
Photographer: Galina Tsyganovskaya
IG: icon_provocateur
WB: iconprovocateur.com
Photographer: Napoleon Soberanis
IG: icon_provocateur
WB: iconprovocateur.com
Model: Ciara the Modeladventurer
IG: modeladventurer
WB: themodeladventurer.com
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Photographer: Stacey Firth
IG: madmagic.co
WB: https://www.madmagic.co/
Model: @hairbyjaimemarie
IG: hairbyjaimemarie
Hair Stylist: @hairbyjaimemarie
IG: hairbyjaimemarie
Makeup Artist: @makeupbyallylynn_
IG: makeupbyallylynn_
Photographer: Kai Spaete
IG: kai_spaete
WB: späte.com
Model: Niczricpic
IG: rici.pic
Photographer: Evgeny Loza
IG: loza_photo
FB: https://www.facebook.com/spellhack
Photographer: Anastasia Parfenova
IG: parfenova_ph
Model: Anastasia Kapustina
IG: kanastena
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Female Model: Victoria M'lynn
IG: vikki_mlynnn
Photographer: Dream In Blue Photography
IG: dreaminblue.photography
WB: https://dreaminblue.photography
Photographer: Ivan Duran
IG: ivanduranphoto
WB: https://www.ivanduranphotography.com
Model: Modelo Ruby Vizcarra
IG: ruby_vizcarra.oficial
Photographer: Ulrich Heidemann
IG: uh_photography
WB: https://www.u-h.photography
Model: Karina on fire
IG: _karina_on_fire_
Photographer: Anastasia Parfenova
IG: parfenova_ph
Model: Nika Nikonova
IG: nikcha
Photographer: Christine Harazim
IG: effortlessboudoir
WB: www.effortlessboudoir.com
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Female Model: Heidi Romanova
IG: heidi.rom
Photographer: Thomas Hessel
IG: toto_tommaso
WB: https://toto-tommaso.de/
Model: Sophie La Sage
IG: sophielasage_official
Photographer: Christine Harazim
IG: effortlessboudoir
WB: www.effortlessboudoir.com
Photographer: Benoit Rémillard
IG: phantasmagoria.ca
Model: Anastasiia Koval
IG: ana.koshkina
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Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Photographer: Kristina Daugherty
IG: k.j.boudoir
WB: KJBoudoir.mypixieset.com
Model: Chris Fedorchak
Photographer: Michael Marco
IG: images_by_marco
Model: AnnaFaye
IG: sweetestannafaye
Makeup Artist: AnnaFaye
IG: sweetestannafaye
Photographer: MARIUSZ Wróblewski
IG: mw_wroblewski
FB: https://www.facebook.com/mwwroblewski/
WB: http://www.MariuszWroblewski.maxmodels.pl
PT: https://pl.pinterest.com/mwgruby
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@mw_wroblewski
Model: Alexandra Ivan
IG: alexandraivan_model
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Bella Ballerina
IG: bellaballerina_x
Photographer: Olivier Springer
IG: olivier_springer
WB: https://portraitandmore.de/
Model: Laura Giraudi
IG: iamlauragiraudi
WB: www.lauragiraudi.com
Photographer: Dream In Blue Photography
IG: dreaminblue.photography
WB: https://dreaminblue.photography
Photographer: Ulrich Heidemann
IG: uh_photography
WB: https://www.u-h.photography
Model: Milena Milyaeva
IG: lyubovvomne_
Photographer: Samuel Guillermo
IG: nkdhmns
Model: Michaela Myrick-Whittaker
IG: michaelahopephotography
Photographer: Emmanuel Frantz
IG: emmanuelphotoworld
Model: Shireen Sardar
IG: shireen.sardar
Retoucher: Viacheslav Arlamovsky
IG: arlamovsky
Photographer: Benoit Rémillard
IG: phantasmagoria.ca
Model: Anastasiia Koval
IG: ana.koshkina
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Photographer: Michael Marco
IG: images_by_marco
Model: Erica Gore
Makeup Artist: Erica Gore
Photographer: Alan Barker
IG: inneressenceboudoir
WB: https://inneressenceboudoir.com
Female Model: Lit Wit
IG: djlitwit
WB: www.litwit.net
Photographer: Kelly Schneider
IG: kellyschneider_art
WB: https://www.ksfinearts.com
Model: Isabella_sky
IG: isabella_sky
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Natalia Andreeva
IG: modelandreeva
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Thomas Hessel
IG: toto_tommaso
WB: https://toto-tommaso.de/
Model: Anni
Photographer: Samuel Guillermo
IG: nkdhmns
Model: Juliet Horan
IG: _thecapulet__
Photographer: Malcolm Sinclair Lobban @no
IG: m.sinclairphotography
WB: http://www.msinclairphotography.com/
Model: Diana
IG: dianiuum
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Karina
IG: margoreett
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Anastasia Parfenova
IG: parfenova_ph
Model: Viktoria
IG: vikuhhaa
Photographer: Olivier Springer
IG: olivier_springer
WB: https://portraitandmore.de/
Female Model: Ana Andreea Tomouan
IG: anato_mo
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Heidi Romanova
IG: heidi.rom
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Anna Ioannova (Model)
IG: ioannova_anna_model
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Anyul Led Rivas
IG: anyulled
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AnyulRivasFotografia/
WB: https://500px.com/anyulled
TW: https://twitter.com/anyulled
PT: https://www.pinterest.com/anyulled
Female Model: Sophy Angel
IG: sophy_angel
TW: https://twitter.com/SophyAngel7
Photographer: Dream In Blue Photography
IG: dreaminblue.photography
WB: https://dreaminblue.photography
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Natalia Andreeva
IG: modelandreeva
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Ivan Duran
IG: ivanduranphoto
WB: https://www.ivanduranphotography.com
Model: Amedea
IG: amedea_modele
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Nicci
IG: rici.pic
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Model: Kelly Collins
IG: kellycollin_
Makeup Artist: Monika Leyendecker
IG: monikaleyendecker
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Photographer: MARIUSZ Wróblewski
IG: mw_wroblewski
FB: https://www.facebook.com/mwwroblewski/
WB: http://www.MariuszWroblewski.maxmodels.pl
PT: https://pl.pinterest.com/mwgruby
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@mw_wroblewski
Female Model: Aneta Banach
IG: ak47model
Photographer: Kelly Schneider
IG: kellyschneider_art
WB: https://www.ksfinearts.com
Model: Sharon D
IG: lifebysharondl
Photographer: Thomas Hessel
IG: toto_tommaso
WB: https://toto-tommaso.de/
Model: Sophie La Sage
IG: sophielasage_official
Photographer: Malcolm Sinclair Lobban @no
IG: m.sinclairphotography
WB: http://www.msinclairphotography.com/
Model: Rebecca
IG: _rebeccabagnol
Photographer: Jack Chu
IG: xenon604_ph
Wardrobe: Rachelle Summers
IG: rachelle.summers
Model: Ellie
IG: ellmae_ig
Photographer: Vladimir Miladinovic
IG: pikibent
WB: www.piki.rs
Female Model: Danijela Citzamaca
IG: citzamaca
WB: http://www.piki.rs
TW: https://twitter.com/citzamaca
Photographer: Jordan Farkas
IG: jordantylerphotography
WB: https://www.jordantylerphotography.com
TW: https://twitter.com/JordanPhotog
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanthephotographer
Female Model: Izunia Motyl
IG: izunia.motyl
Photographer: Rob Green
IG: montvertstudio
WB: https://www.robgreenphoto.com
Female Model: Sophia Cilauro
IG: sophiacilauro
Photographer: Michael Marco
IG: images_by_marco
Model: Erica Gore
Makeup Artist: Erica Gore
Creative Director/Photographer: Ashley Duggan - Vixen Photo Studio
IG: vixen.boudoir.okanagan
Model: Jessica Erin
IG: thejessicaerin
Photographer: Antonello Cheva
IG: antonello.cheva.ph
WB: http://www.antonello-cheva.it
Female Model: Nicoletta Ramini
IG: _larussaa__
Photographer: Kelly Schneider
IG: kellyschneider_art
WB: https://www.ksfinearts.com
Female Model: Sorivel Torres
IG: sorivell08
Photographer: Ulrich Heidemann
IG: uh_photography
WB: https://www.u-h.photography
Model: Julie Böhm
IG: julieboehm_official
Photographer: Mateusz Jagiello
IG: walthornik
WB: www.silkandsaltphoto.com
Photographer: Hans Repelnig
IG: hhrphotography
WB: styrian.1x.com
Model: Denisa Strakova
IG: denisastrakovaofficial
WB: https://www.denisastrakova.com
Photographer: Kelly Schneider
IG: kellyschneider_art
WB: https://www.ksfinearts.com
Model: Danielle S
IG: daniellechantle
Photographer: David Holt
IG: davidgholtphotography
WB: https://davidgholtphotography.com
Model: Lily Moonlight
IG: _lily_moonlight
Photographer: Ivan Duran
IG: ivanduranphoto
WB: https://www.ivanduranphotography.com
Photographer: Lien DeLong
IG: liendelongartistry
Model: Sonia Tiger
IG: soniatiger
FB: www.facebook.com/gogosoniatiger
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Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Photographer: David Holt
IG: davidgholtphotography
WB: https://davidgholtphotography.com
Model: Carissa Santigate
IG: freshcinnamonrolls
FB: https://www.facebook.com/freshcinnamonrolls
WB: http://www.jerseycarissa.com
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Photographer: Aman Gulati
IG: agulati.studio
Model: Beth Kate
IG: bethkateeee
Photographer: Michael Marco
IG: images_by_marco
Model: Erika KG
Makeup Artist: Erika KG
Photographer: Kristina Daugherty
IG: k.j.boudoir
WB: KJBoudoir.mypixieset.com
Model: Chris Fedorchak
Photographer: Olivier Levasseur
IG: olivierlevasseurphotographe
WB: www.olphotographe.com
Model: Jade Surprenant
IG: surprenantjade
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Female Model: Andi Cole
IG: ciao.andi
WB: https://linktr.ee/ciaoandi
TW: https://twitter.com/heyandicole
Model: Sahara Love
IG: my_sweet_sahara
FB: https://www.facebook.com/SweetSaharaLove/
WB: http://sweetsaharalove.com
Photographer: Lacy Boudoir Photography
IG: lacy.boudoir
Photographer: Galina Tsyganovskaya
IG: icon_provocateur
WB: iconprovocateur.com
Photographer: Napoleon Soberanis
IG: icon_provocateur
WB: iconprovocateur.com
Model: Ciara the Modeladventurer
IG: modeladventurer
WB: themodeladventurer.com
Photographer: Simona Berger
IG: simonabergerphotography
FB: https://www.facebook.com/simonabergerphotography/
WB: https://www.simonabergerphotography.com
YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwJuqtvOUiexEuG-iHwidBA
Model: Kimberly jay
IG: modelkimjay
Creative Director/Photographer: Ashley Duggan - Vixen Photo Studio
IG: vixen.boudoir.okanagan
Model: Jessica Wilde
IG: jessicawilde
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Photographer: Imthiaz Houseman
IG: fineartboudoir
WB: https://www.fineartboudoir.net
Photographer: Dream In Blue Photography
IG: dreaminblue.photography
WB: https://dreaminblue.photography
Creative Director/Photographer: Ashley Duggan - Vixen Photo Studio
IG: vixen.boudoir.okanagan
Model: Jessica Wilde
IG: jessicawilde
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Photographer: Blazej Zalesinski
IG: inomodapl
FB: https://www.facebook.com/blazej.zalesinski
WB: http://www.inoinu.pl
Model: Patrycja Garsztka
IG: garsztka_
Photographer: Adam Gonda
IG: adamgonda.eu
WB: www.adamgonda.eu
Model: Rosalina Oktavia
IG: kazzrozza
Photographer: Kelly Waterman
IG: boudoirbykelly
Retoucher: Auroraretoucher
IG: auroraretoucher
Photographer: Everett Christopher
IG: photolo.co
WB: https://links.photolo.co
Female Model: Andi Cole
IG: ciao.andi
WB: https://linktr.ee/ciaoandi
TW: https://twitter.com/heyandicole
Prizes
1st Place
Complete website design service worth $10.000
$500 cash prize
Special winner badge and certificate
Print & digital copy of the book
Inclusion in book
In-store credit worth $500 on QT Albums
Free Skin Mask, Mattifier, Skin Tone, Dodge&Burn and Heal plugins on Retouch4me
Interview with Yuliya Panchenko on Believe in Boudoir
Ambassador Program on Believe in Boudoir
Lifetime membership on Believe in Boudoir
Free website and 1 year Pro Plan on Pixpa
Promoted on Believe in Boudoir website and social media
Promoted on Boudoir Inspiration website and social media
2nd Place
$300 cash prize
Special 2nd place badge and certificate
Print & digital copy of the book
Inclusion in book
In-store credit worth $300 on QT Albums
Free Skin Mask, Mattifier, Skin Tone, Dodge&Burn and Heal plugins on Retouch4me
Lifetime membership on Believe in Boudoir
Free website and 1 year Pro Plan on Pixpa
Promoted on Believe in Boudoir website and social media
Promoted on Boudoir Inspiration website and social media
3rd Place
$200 cash prize
Special 3rd place badge and certificate
Print & digital copy of the book
Inclusion in book
In-store credit worth $200 on QT Albums
Free Skin Mask, Mattifier, Skin Tone, Dodge&Burn and Heal plugins on Retouch4me
Free yearly membership on Believe in Boudoir
Free website and 1 year Pro Plan on Pixpa
Promoted on Believe in Boudoir website and social media
Promoted on Boudoir Inspiration website and social media
Category Winners & Shortlisted
Special shortlisted badge
Digital copy of the book
Inclusion in book
15% off on QT Albums
20% off on Retouch4me
Free Boudoir Photography Course Bundle on Believe in Boudoir with more than 200 videos
50% off on annual plans & 63% off on 2-yearly plans on Pixpa
Promoted on Boudoir Inspiration website
Promoted on Boudoir Inspiration social media
Sponsors
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The Judges
Yuliya Panchenko
Photographer & EducatorMarco Ibanez
Intimate Lifestyle PhotographerOleg Sharonov
Photographer & Software DeveloperSadie Gray
ModelIan Jansen
Fashion, Art & Landscape PhotographerAmanda Gril
Wedding & Boudoir PhotographerRoberto Roto
Beauty, Fashion and Art Nudes PhotographerEliar Tabrizi
Film Director & CinematographerJon Jimenez
Fashion, Boudoir & Lifestyle PhotographerBora Demircan
Editor, Photographer & Web DesignerYuliya Panchenko
Yuliya Panchenko is a Photographer and Educator based in Florida and working globally.
For over 8 years Yuliya Panchenko has established herself and her work in Orlando, Florida and influenced the art world around the globe with her high end unique work. Shaping how photography is achieved, she mastered the art of lighting and shadows along with intricate posing to produce her own recognizable brand and photography style. She is an established educator and the founder of Believe in Boudoir, the most complete boudoir course with over 20 hours of educational content.
As seen presenting and working photo walks for IMAGING USA and WPPI, Yuliya also serves as an ambassador for Elinchrom and Light & Motion. She's been a speaker for events such as Professional Imaging 2022 in the Netherlands where she shared her techniques and artistic approach to boudoir photography. Published in a series of magazines, her work range though extensive, possesses a signature look that is recognizable across her many areas of expertise. Her bridal shoots have been produced across the country and overseas, both for brides and designers.
Creator of her own genre, Yuliya's work has influenced others to find their passion. Her established series "Floral Portraits" has won awards for its uniqueness with its elegant and high end take on wearable flower arrangements in female portraits. Her resume has allowed her to establish an exquisite collection of striking images worldwide.
In 2022, her boudoir photography world tour produced publications in multiple states and sold-out months in advance. Adding visuals to her extensive black and white photograph collection and expanding her influence across the country.
Marco Ibanez
instagram.com/marcoibanezphoto
Marco is a professional boudoir photographer based in Baltimore MD, he is mostly known for his posing skills and the dramatic, dark and moody style of his images. His work is heavily influenced by the beauty and simplicity of 17th century master paintings, which he considers to be the most beautiful expression of art there is. Marco’s goal is to use his knowledge and work to become a positive force of change in people's lives, not only his clients but fellow photographers as well.
His accolades include the Best of AIBP boudoir competition and the distinguished Boudoir Photography Awards 2022 by Boudoir Inspiration.
Oleg Sharonov
Oleg Sharonov is the creator of the neural network-based photo retouching software Retouch4me and 3D LUT Creator, and the founder of the IT company RELU OÜ.
Before delving into the world of photography, he had experience in sound recording and software development. With a decade of experience as a freelance photographer, Oleg developed the 3D LUT Creator software, a powerful tool for color correction. He then took the next innovative step by creating Retouch4me, the set of neural network-based retouching tools designed to free professional photographers and retouchers from routine tasks and accelerate the photo editing process.
Oleg is committed to contributing to the photography industry, simplifying the photo editing process with cutting-edge technologies. In his spare time, he enjoys taking photos, playing various musical instruments, and experimenting in the field of AI.
Sadie Gray
instagram.com/iamnicolevincenti
Sadie is a professional model based in Rome (Italy) but available worldwide for personal projects, videos and advertising. She has been shooting for several years and she is available for portraits, fashion, conceptual and nudes, specializing in fine art and glamour nude works. Besides modeling, she loves drawing, make up and all kinds of art which lets her express herself in a creative way.
Eliar Tabrizi
Eliar Tabrizi is a Director/Cinematographer based in the United States. He was born in Tabriz, Iran, from an American mother and Iranian/Turk father. In 1999, he moved to Azerbaijan to continue his education as an artist. He started his career in the music industry as a singer, but in 2008, he moved to the United States and joined the U.S. Armed Forces. At the same time, he married Yuliya Panchenko, who later became an influential international photographer and educator. While living with Yuliya, Eliar naturally craved a desire in working with cameras, and he began to assist his wife in photography.
In January 2020, after retiring from the U.S Army, Eliar continued his education at Full Sail University to become a filmmaker. In 2023, he graduated Full Sail University with a bachelor's in Film and a master's degree in Film Production. While in film school he wrote, produces, directed, and shot several original short films, which were selected and won multiple awards in international film festivals and competitions.
In 2021, Eliar and Yuliya combined their skills and founded "Believe in Boudoir", which later became the largest boudoir and nude photography educational platform in the world. In early 2023, Eliar created a short film streaming platform, UP215, which is designed for student filmmakers.
Ian Jansen
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Ian Jansen is a Philadelphia based photographer, tequila loving bartender, & Pomeranian dad specializing in Fashion, Art, Landscape, Design, and Cinema. Passionate about visual drama and artistry within his photographs, are born of a keen eye for the many moods of natural and raw beauty. This passion shines throughout Jansen’s work and has attracted a wide audience around the world.
A full-time professional from 2017 onward, Ian has been frequently mentioned and recognized through his many published pieces as an original artist, in the modern age of portrait & landscape photography.
Amanda Gril
Amanda Gril is a distinguished photographer with a profound appreciation for capturing the essence of human emotions. While she acknowledges the significance of photography, Amanda emphasizes that her true passion lies in understanding people, their interactions, feelings, and expressions of love. Her camera serves as a medium to encapsulate these genuine moments.
Currently operating between Slovenia and Ibiza, Amanda specializes in portrait, wedding, and boudoir photography. Her work is often described as an embodiment of love, with clients praising her ability to capture moments that radiate genuine affection and warmth.
In addition to her wedding and portrait endeavors, Amanda has also earned recognition in the realm of boudoir photography. Her boudoir brand, "Amanda's Boudoir Photography," stands out for its romantic, sensual, and stylish approach. In 2022, she was honored as an Award-Winning Boudoir Photographer. Her boudoir sessions, particularly popular in Slovenia and abroad, are characterized by their dark, sultry, and moody aesthetics. These sessions are more than just photoshoots; they offer a transformative experience that empowers women to embrace and celebrate their unique beauty.
In summary, Amanda Gril is a versatile photographer with a deep-rooted passion for capturing the essence of human emotions, whether it's through wedding, portrait, or boudoir photography. Her dedication to her craft and her genuine interest in people make her stand out in the world of photography.
Roberto Roto
Roberto Roto is an italian Beauty, Fashion and Art Nudes photographer based in Florence, Italy. He started is professional career in the 90’ as magazine motosport photographer. subsequently he began to collaborate with the main fashion modeling agencies in town. After many tests, composites and books for models, the first works for brands and fashion labels began to arrive.
In parallel he developed an interest in beauty photography, creating publications and covers in magazines in the sector.
Then he started nude photography, mainly in black and white. His style of nude photography is characterized by being aggressive and provocative but always elegant and refined.
His works has been published in magazine as Boudoir Inspiration , Nude Magazine Print, GQ Italia, Fluffer Magazine, Lions Art Magazine, Rekt, C-Heads Magazine, and many more.
Jon Jimenez
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Internationally Published Photographer, Jon Jimenez, hails from the vibrant city of Calgary, Alberta. With expertise spanning boudoir, lifestyle, and fashion photography, Jon's multifaceted artistic background also encompasses disciplines like music and dance. What began as a mere hobby, photography soon ignited a deep-seated passion within him.
At the heart of Jon's philosophy is a commitment to a client-centered approach. By fostering genuine connections and rapport with his clients, he adeptly captures their essence, culminating in photographs that radiate beauty and authenticity.
Bora Demircan
Bora has a professional career of many years in various areas including web design, marketing, photography, advertisement, product development and software development. Having an entrepreneurial mindset, he has been involved in various startups. He found his love for photography in boudoir and his boudoir style work has been published in several magazines. Bora has started Boudoir Inspiration 7 years ago with a passion for boudoir photography and is working as the leading editor since then.
FAQ
Early Deadline (December 4, 2023): 1 image: $19.50 (discounts for multiple entries)
Final Deadline (February 14, 2024): 1 image: $24.50 (discounts for multiple entries)
There are no limits in the number of entries however we recommend that you only submit your best ones.
Entries will not be returned. Only winning entries will be kept on file for promotional purposes. Boudoir Inspiration will not be responsible for any damaged or lost submissions.
Copyright and all other rights remain that of the photographer. Any photograph used by Boudoir Inspiration shall carry the photographer’s credit line. Use may include publication in any Boudoir Inspiration media sponsor publication. All entrants understand and agree that any image submitted to the competition may be used by Boudoir Inspiration to use for marketing and promotional purposes including in any media such as exhibitions, print and digital media directly related to the Boudoir Inspiration competition.
Participants represent and warrant that (1) the Photographs are original and that they own the rights to their Photographs, (2) the Photographs do not violate the rights of any third party, (3) the Photographs do not convey a false or misleading impression, and (4) any additional information they submit about the Photographs is accurate.
All winners will be announced online eight to twelve weeks after the final submission deadline. Only top winners in each categories will be notified before the official announcement.
A few entries will be shortlisted before the announcement of the winners. The number of shortlisted images will be determined by our judges. The shortlisted images will be published in our special awards book and a digital copy will be sent to shortlisted entries. Shortlisted entries will also be promoted in our website and social media.
Members of the Judges will review all entries and judge images on the basis of artistic merit, originality, subject, and style and ultimately decide the winners.
Boudoir Inspiration judges will award several Honorable Mention to entries to acknowledge talent as they deem fit.
Early Deadline: December 4, 2023 (cheaper fee)
Final Deadline: February 14, 2024
JPG format
sRGB Color profile
Allowed sizes (flexible rules):
Portrait: 8.5 × 11 in, 300 dpi (2550 × 3300 px)
Landscape: 17 × 11 in, 300 dpi (5100 × 3300 px)
We only accept digital submissions via the platforms listed in the "How to Enter" section. They are the fastest and most convenient ways for you and for us.
You may enter as many images as you wish in the Competition.
Until the submission is accepted, you can edit your submission. However, once the submission has been accepted, unfortunately you can not make changes after.
Both published and unpublished work is accepted.
We do not accept any images with text, logo or any watermark on the images.
There are no restrictions on the date of the photograph.
No. Entry fees are non-refundable.