Professional Boudoir Photography
Portland, Oregon
about us
Glowing Goddexx is an intersectional-feminist, sex & body positive, woman-owned, inclusive boudoir photography studio, that caters to all genders & sexes of people in The Pacific Northwest, by celebrating the naturally sensual essence of each individual.
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“Goddexx”, the non-gendered evolution of the word “Goddess”, comes from the movement to create safer spaces for gender-expression. Everyone, regardless of what they look like or how society may see them is a Goddexx. Founded and run by the International Portrait Photographer Zuri Pommerenk, Glowing Goddexx’s ethos is that every body is worthy of love and that every person deserves to feel empowered in their skin. We are proud to offer boudoir portraits as a way of honoring and celebrating one’s unique, physical form as it is RIGHT NOW.
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Our clientele includes people from all communities (LGBTQIA+, BDSM/Kink, BIPOC) and professions (corporate to sex workers), who desire to be witnessed in their most vulnerably gorgeous state.
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Clients have enjoyed their all natural to glammed-up portraits as private keepsakes/gifts for themselves and/or partners, to social media and promotional material. We love solo or couple’s, maternity, bridal, group, editorial, whimsical, ethereal or dark and moody boudoir photography. Our clients are encouraged to show up authentically, wearing what they feel grounded and peaceful in- which can be as clothed (or unclothed) as desired.
As you can see on from our website and social media, the vibe of each shoot varies and that is because models/clients and the photographer are co-creating a bespoke boudoir experience together and the outcome is largely driven by the desires of the client. Zuri, our photographer, will make stylistic choices during the shoot in terms of how to use and enhance the environment, light, shadows, wardrobe and props to better convey a mood and then work in post to edit photos according to discussed goals.
Meet your Photographer:
Zuri Pommerenk
I have always identified with being an artist, but was encouraged by well-meaning people to not pursue that path. I dressed in business attire and suppressed the desire to create art and live as my authentic, weird self for years because I was afraid of being “too much”. I was afraid of creating art that was not marketable. I was afraid that I would never be seen as a “legitimate” artist.
One day in 2016, I found myself super depressed, in a corporate job I hated, a relationship with someone who I had never felt seen by (partly because I never fully let him in) and in a life that I had created to be “successful” that I didn’t even want. I felt so stuck. I did everything I was supposed to do, so why wasn’t I happy?
At that point, I made a pact with myself that I would show up vulnerably and authentically as an artist and flawed human in the world in order to live a more meaningful life. I knew I needed to cultivate deeper relationships and start doing more of what made me happy. I quit everything that wasn’t serving me and pressed the reset button on life. I started my portrait photography business soon after and prioritized learning as much as I could about my craft. I prioritized creating art simply for the sake of self-expression.
My very first Boudoir Shoot occurred spontaneously in June 2017 in a hotel room in Mexico City. I was my very own subject. I spent the day in and out of a plush white bathrobe and wore a mismatched, black underwear set- one of the few pairs I could fit in the backpack I was living out of during a gap year of travel through Mexico and Central America. I sipped coffee then champagne, while singing happily to Billie Holliday and thought, “I want to remember this moment forever”. So I busted out my tripod and set up the timer on my camera. I felt so free and sensual during this empowering, transitional experience of itinerary-free, solo travel and knew I might never get to experience something like this again in my life. I remember how romantic that day was - like I was falling in love with this beautiful, flawed reinvested Zuri who had been through an arduous journey to survive and was working her way to a place of thriving.
During that shoot, I honored every version of Zuri who had battled eating disorders, depression, orthorexia and body dysmorphia to the lost and heartbroken woman who had just started really prioritizing and being accountable for her mental health, getting real about healing trauma, figuring out what truly brought her joy and letting (deserving) people have access to deeper parts of her.
I cried when I pulled the raw images up on my computer that evening. The woman I saw in these photos was fierce, yet soft - a perfectly imperfect Goddess who belonged here and proudly took up space. This experience was so impactful, that I continued to do self portrait boudoir as a way to vulnerably share myself with the world and started shooting boudoir with other subjects in hope that they would benefit from this experience like I had.
After years of running my portrait photography business in Los Angeles, I moved to Portland in the Fall of 2022 and decided to focus solely on Boudoir photography as it brings me the most joy out of any other kind of portrait photography. From there, Glowing Goddexx Studio was born. Boudoir Photography is not just a job to me, it is one of my life’s purposes. I am honored when I am selected as a witness to clients showing up as powerful, whole, sensual beings vs just a collection of strategically posed body parts meant to seduce the male gaze. The privilege of being trusted enough to capture my subjects in their most vulnerable and raw states is not lost on me. I aim to provide a safe container for the unwinding of a truly transformative and enjoyable experience and look forward to honoring every Goddexx I encounter.
Glowing Goddexx Studio is proud to offer a 10% discount & 5 gifted images to all genders of Sex Workers, Trans, Black, Indigenous Goddexxes & Goddexxes with disabilities.
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Glowing Goddexx Studio is proud to offer a 10% discount & 5 gifted images to all genders of Sex Workers, Trans, Black, Indigenous Goddexxes & Goddexxes with disabilities. 〰️
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Once your edited images are delivered via digital download, you will be sent a client feedback form for constructive criticism. You will also be sent the following links (in order of preference):
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Anything you feel the most comfortable in. Our goal is to give you a positive, unforgettable experience where you feel relaxed and sexy. While there is no need to ever show more skin than you are comfortable with, we recommend you bring a few clothed options as well as under garments you feel sexy in.
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The quick answer is: anywhere that the client is comfortable, safe and legal to shoot. Most clients prefer to be photographed in their own homes, a hotel suite or a rented boudoir studio space.
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Generally speaking, the shoot is done during daylight hours as to make use of natural light. Shoot times are usually at least an hour, but most clients prefer to really sink into the experience by booking 2+ hours of shoot time.
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The simple answer is: because you are ready to pay the reverence and respect to yourself that you deserve. You have never been more deserving of this than you are right now. Glowing Goddexx Studio prides itself in being an inclusive and safe space for self-expression and is sure to bring out your Inner Glowing Goddexx.
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Your photographer, Zuri and the Goddexx(es) being photographed. This could be a solo shoot with just 2 people in the room or a shoot with partners or friends. We try to keep people on set to a minimum (models and the photographer) as this experience is meant to be vulnerable and intimate.
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Please click HERE to schedule a free intro call/text session to discuss client needs and packages. Once you have decided on a package and shoot day/time, you will receive a contract to sign. Once signed and turned into Glowing Goddexx Studio, you will have 5 days to pay a non-refundable retainer of 50% of package price which will go towards the payment of the entire package.
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Up to 2 weeks after the shoot date, the photographer will send over a proof sheet (PDF low resolution images) for the client to make their selection of images to be edited. If the client selects more images than originally paid for, the client will send the remaining cost per edited image to photographer before editing begins. The client can only increase their package after the shoot, not decrease it. Please allow photographer 1 week per every 15 images purchased for turnaround time (unless other timeline is discussed).
Once images are finished, they will be ready for download by the client via a password-protected link. If choosing a deluxe package, the client will not only receive a link for download, but also a photobook.
If the client would like to purchase all raw images from the shoot (called a “buyout”), the cost will be an additional $500 and due before the raw images are sent on a hard drive.
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Glowing Goddexx Studio accepts all credit cards and cash. Sorry, no personal cheques. A non-refundable retainer of 50% of total package cost will be due upon booking the shoot which will go towards the total and then the remainder of the package cost will be due 48 hours before the shoot day. Client will have 5 days after receiving their contract to pay the retainer fee before their booking is void/released.
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If canceling, you will forfeit the non-refundable deposit of 50%. If changing shoot time/location with less than 72hrs (3 days) notice to shoot time, there will be a change fee of $100 plus any cost associated with giving up a rented space. If not renting a shoot space, the $100 change fee still applies. If looking to change the shoot time/location a second time, there will be an additional $200 in change fee + any cost associated with giving up a rented space. No cancellation cost or change fee if the photographer should initiate changing shoot time/location.
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Rates & Packages
Glowing Goddexx’s packages are listed below
ONE HOUR SOLO BOUDOIR
Bronze
$475
Subject covers cost of location (if any)
One look
Includes 5 edited images
$40 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
*Package not included in weekday special*
silver
$650
Subject covers cost of location (if any)
Two looks
Includes 10 edited images
$40 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
*Package not included in weekday special*
TWO HOUR SOLO BOUDOIR
Gold
$800
Includes cost of location (if any)
Two Looks
Includes 15 edited images
$35 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
*Package not included in weekday special*
Platinum
$950
Includes cost of location (if any)
No limit on looks
Includes 20 edited images
$25 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
TWO & A HALF HOUR SOLO BOUDOIR
PLATINUM PLUS
$1,100
Includes cost of location (if any)
No limit on looks
Includes 30 edited images
$20 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
the Ultimate Goddexx Worship
$1,700
Includes cost of location (if any)
No limit on looks
Champagne, coffee & non-alcoholic beverages
Snacks
12”x12” Professionally printed & bound photo book (worth $300)
Thumb drive of edited photos (worth $50)
Includes 50 edited images
$15 per each additional edited image
$250 extra to make it a couple’s shoot
tHREE HOUR IN-HOME COUPLE’S BOUDOIR
WEEKday
$1,100
Photographer shoots in your home
No limit on looks
Includes 20 edited images
$15 per each additional edited image
Photographer to bring portable lighting
Photographer to bring champagne, coffee or other beverages of choice.
WEEKDAY SPECIAL: add a 12”x12” Deluxe Photo Book (20 pages) for only $250
WEEKend
$1,200
Photographer shoots in your home
No limit on looks
Includes 20 edited images
$15 per each additional edited image
Photographer to bring portable lighting
Photographer to bring champagne, coffee or other beverages of choice.
TWO & THREE HOUR GROUP BOUDOIR
WEEKDAY STUDIO SESSION
$1,500
2 hours
up to 5 subjects
One or Two looks per subject
$150 per each additional subject
Cost of studio included
Includes 25 edited images
$20 per each additional edited image
Does not include the cost of specific/themed sets (if any)
WEEKEND STUDIO SESSION
$1,700
2 hours
up to 5 subjects
One or Two looks per subject
$150 per each additional subject
Cost of studio included
Includes 25 edited images
$20 per each additional edited image
Does not include the cost of specific/themed sets (if any)
DAYTIME PARTY POP-UP
$2,500
3 hours, start time between 10am and 3pm
up to 5 Subjects
No limit on looks
$150 per each additional subject
Photographer travels to you
Includes portable lighting, basic set/backdrop
Includes 25 edited images
$25 per each additional edited image
Does not include cost of location
Does not include cost of specific/themed sets (if any)
NIGHT time PARTY POP-UP
$3,200
3 hours, 7pm or later start time
up to 5 Subjects
No limit on looks
$200 per each additional subject
Photographer travels to you
Includes portable lighting, basic set/backdrop
Includes 25 edited images
$25 per each additional edited image
Does not include cost of location
Does not include cost of specific/themed sets (if any)
EXTRAS
12”x12” Deluxe Photo Book (20 pages)
$300
Rush Delivery
$300All Raw Images on Hard Drive
$500Thumb drive
$50
Additional half hour of solo shoot time (in non-rented location)
$50Additional half hour of solo shoot time (in rented location)
$100Additional subjects in solo shoots
$250 each
Makeup and hair is not included in pricing.
Please allow for another 1 to 2 hours for hair and makeup to be done before the shoot,
Travel fees of $5/mile apply for every mile driven above 80 miles roundtrip from Portland, Oregon.
Glowing Goddexx Studio is proud to offer a 10% discount and 5 free extra edited images to all genders of Sex Workers, Trans, Black & Indigenous Goddexxes as well as Goddexxes with Disabilities. Please inquire about payment plans and group discounts.
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