Slayer is not just any bike; she’s a masterpiece. With her oversized chrome-coated engine and award-winning design, Slayer commands attention. My studio is usually all about boudoir and nude photography, but today, Slayer takes center stage.
We will still mixed in some glamour, nudes and boudoir photography.
Every bike show she’s entered, she’s claimed the trophy. Boy, does she have a lot!
Tim, her designer/owner, worked tirelessly with skilled craftsmen to bring her to life. His vision and specs made Slayer so unique!
From the front to the back fender, Slayer’s paint tells a story—a battle where a warrior woman fights and vanquishes a dragon. Her battle axe adorns the rear fender, just below the last art of the story.
I won’t delve into the intricacies of getting the lighting just right, but let’s just say it was no small feat. Chrome and resin-coated paint reflect like mirrors, and it was challenging to capture that brilliance while highlighting her fine details.
For Tim, these photos would help find her a new home. Right now, it was all about showcasing her stunning details and the story woven into her design.
I photographed both sides of the bike and then got an overhead view. There are so many small details on the bike. A famous designer created the mirrors. He has passed, so they are now irreplaceable. The points on the end of the column, the alligator skin seat—so many unique details to showcase!
Once Slayer’s details were immortalized, Adrienne stepped onto the set.
Adrienne started out as a client many years ago. I swear she is ageless! She enjoyed that boudoir session so much that she started modelling, first with me and then with the world. She is remarkable and talented.
For this session, we aimed to create a digital art piece with a “Furiosa” vibe inspired by the Mad Max movies. The concept is still evolving, and I’m excited to see where it leads.
We did not want to start with that.
Adrienne began with some glamour shots, striking dramatic poses that we accented with dynamic lighting changes. The wildest part of this shoot was the use of wide-angle lenses, which distorted the bike, making it appear even more massive and menacing—perfect for the art concept we had in mind.
We were going for fun with glamour—something relaxed and playful. Adrienne moves so nicely; she is a joy to photograph. Our years of working together really pay off here.
Usually, when photographing a woman for one of our boudoir or nude portrait photo sessions, I give lots of guidance and create a safe environment in which she can flourish.
Adrienne already had that with me.
Her wardrobe changes shifted the image’s mood and her projected personality. Black, tight-fitting slacks paired with a matching bra and a sporty oversized jacket felt like a fashion ad. Removing the jacket and adding cool sunglasses, with light raking across her figure, gave her a more dangerous edge.
Then we swapped the outfit for blue jeans cut open like chaps and replaced the black bra with a denim bustier-style top. Suddenly, she transformed into a modern-day Daisy Duke—if that reference isn’t too dated! Her big grin was contagious.
Some poses were over the top, like standing on the seat while gripping the bike’s handles. That was the hero shot for this blog. It was time to reset the scene once we completed the glamour and boudoir shots.
We angled the bike, turning the wheel out, and played with the wide-angle lens to create dramatic distortion. With the front wheel close to the lens, it appeared enormous, stretching the bike’s size in a way that doubled its impact. Adrienne found her place in the lens’s sweet spot, where distortion was minimal.
To enhance the art concept, we laid down the sand-coloured fabric. In post, we will blend shadows into the “sand” of the final image. That’s the theory, at least.
When creating art pieces like this, I had a rough vision of the final art piece to ensure the elements and lighting were just right. Adrienne brought the attitude we needed for these shots, and we’ll likely redress her to match our aesthetic as we refine the concept.
As we wrapped up with Adrienne, Sherry arrived.
Sherry is an absolute sweetheart. She recently began her nude modelling side hustle and loves every minute of it. This shoot was exciting for her—a biker girl posing with a custom chopper like Slayer was a dream come true.
Sherry started in our wide-angle concept setup. She shared how exhilarating it was for her. We made a few adjustments to make it a more glamorous set. We could do some great post-work or leave it as is. It would work both ways.
Sherry is very comfortable in her own skin and being nude, so sessions like these are thrilling for her. She loves learning new poses and working for the camera. Although a fresh new model, she took direction easily.
In the middle of her session, we shifted into happy glamour. She has this big expressive grin my camera loves.
We wrapped up her part of the session with classic fine art poses. An overhead 5-foot strip light created mysterious, dramatic lighting that perfectly accentuated her form.
Nine hours later, we were done. Tim trailered his bike, the girls headed home, and the studio was in its usual post-session chaos. I’ll tackle that tomorrow.
But for now, I’m thrilled with the incredible images we captured. I can’t wait to start selecting the shots that will fit into our final concept art. Watch for it!
