Boudoir photography · Westminster, Maryland
See yourself as the most beautiful woman in the room.
A tasteful studio experience for women booking for confidence, a milestone, an anniversary, a wedding gift, or simply themselves.
- 200+ women photographed
- 100+ five-star reviews
- 5.0
- Average rating
- 100+
- Five-star reviews
- 200+
- Women photographed
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What women say
Two hundred women. The same word keeps coming back: stunning.
“I did my first ever boudoir shoot with Carly and it was amazing. She made me feel comfortable and confident in my skin — more beautiful than ever. I can't wait to do it again.”
“As this was my first experience doing anything like this, she was able to help coach me through, and the end results were amazing. I recommend any woman jump on this opportunity.”
“I was nervous about my photo shoot because of my self-esteem, but Carly is so genuine and funny she made me so comfortable. I have never felt so stunning in my life.”
Why women book a Maryland boudoir session
Some come for a gift. Many leave with something bigger.
Some ladies come for a gift. Some for a milestone or an anniversary. Some step in front of the camera as an act of self-love. Everyone leaves feeling more confident in their skin. Whatever brings you here, the session becomes bigger than the reason you booked it.
It becomes proof that you are beautiful, exactly as you are now, proof that you can do brave things, proof that your body deserves to be celebrated now, not ten pounds from now, not next year, not once you've finally learned to be less hard on yourself.
Nervous is normal
If you've been thinking about it for a while… but keep putting it off.
You are not alone. Most women don't arrive already feeling fearless, and they do not need to.
This experience was made for real women — with real bodies, real stories, and real reasons why it took a while to say yes.
“Before my session with Carly, I was so nervous and didn't know what to expect. I'm very self conscious, but I wanted beautiful photos like other women. Carly made me feel so comfortable and confident that I was able to get all the beautiful photos I wanted.”
The experienceFrom the first hello
From the first hello
to the final reveal
Five unhurried steps. From the moment you reach out to the day you hold your images, you are guided through each one.
01Inquire
Reach out through the form below. I read every inquiry personally and reply in less than 5 minutes — no pressure, just a real conversation about what you're hoping for.
02Plan
Once you book, you'll receive a complete prep guide — what flatters your body, what to bring, and exactly what to expect. You'll never walk in wondering what happens next.
03Glam
On the day of your session, a professional artist styles your hair and makeup. You settle in, pour a glass of something cold, and let yourself be taken care of.
04Shoot
Your private session is fully guided. I direct every pose, every angle, every expression — you never have to wonder what to do with your hands. Most women forget they were nervous within minutes.
05Reveal
At your private reveal, you see your images for the first time and choose the ones you love. This is the part where women laugh, tear up, and say, 'I can't believe that's me.'
What's included
We take care of everything.
Every detail is handled long before you arrive — so all you have to do is show up and be present.
Pre-session style guide
Where to shop, what flatters your body, and how to prepare — so you feel ready long before you arrive.
Professional hair & makeup
A professional artist does your hair and makeup on the day of your session. You simply relax and enjoy being taken care of.
A private studio session
Unhurried time in a calm, completely private studio. No audience, no rush — just us.
Wardrobe & styling
Lingerie and styling guidance with a clear plan for what to bring, including bodysuits, robes, an oversized button-down, heels, or your own meaningful pieces. Bridal touches like a veil or garter are available too when they fit the vision.
Guidance the whole way
Confident direction at every step, so the only thing you bring is yourself.
A private reveal
A relaxed appointment to see your gallery for the first time and choose only the images you love.
Heirloom products
Albums, fine prints, and wall pieces — designed, curated, and delivered. Something to keep forever.
Maryland boudoir gallery
Real women. Real bodies. Real confidence.
Every session is styled around the woman in front of the camera, and no two galleries look the same.
The artwork
You won't leave with files. You'll leave with something you can hold.
The part most women are surprised to love most isn't the gallery on a screen. It's the album that ends up on the nightstand and the framed piece she passes every morning. Digitals tend to disappear into the cloud, so we make sure the way you felt that day becomes something real that you keep.
At your private reveal we design everything together, and you keep only the pieces you love, with no pressure and no rush.
Begin your inquiry
“Before my photoshoot, I was very nervous! Carly handled everything as a professional and knew how to make me feel confident and comfortable. The pictures were BEAUTIFUL and I feel like I am finally seeing myself through my husband's eyes.”
— Jessica
This experience is for you
Every body deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and unforgettable.
Thin, soft, scarred, glowing, tattooed, shy, bold — there is no version of you that is disqualified from being photographed beautifully.
This is not reserved for one occasion, one body type, one age, or one level of confidence. It only asks one thing of you: your willingness to show up.
- No perfect body required.
- No special milestone required.
- No confidence prerequisite required.
Reviews
She walked in nervous. She left in disbelief.
A 5.0 average across 100+ five-star reviews on Google, Facebook & WeddingWire.
“Carly is so much more than a photographer — she's a girls' girl, the hype girl, the girl who makes you feel amazing and see yourself the way the world already sees you.”
“Doing a boudoir session was way out of my comfort zone but Carly was so encouraging and reassuring throughout the whole process! I left the session feeling so confident.”
“Before my session I was nervous and thought I was way out of my comfort zone. Carly was immediately welcoming and outgoing and set an amazing tone for my session. It was so easy & so much fun.”
“This was a completely new experience for me and she made it seamless. From booking to the actual shoot it felt like I knew her forever! She made me feel comfortable in ways I didn't think possible.”
“She was so down to earth, kind, and sensitive to insecurities. She made the process fun and exciting, and helped me see myself in a completely new way.”
“This is my third shoot with Carly! She is absolutely amazing. She makes you feel wonderful about yourself!”
“She makes the process so special, and every single detail is just right. She makes you feel so comfortable and guides you on every pose. If you're feeling like you need a pick-me-up, she's your girl.”
“This was such an amazing experience! I was initially nervous and was not fully sure what to expect, as I had never done this before. Carly was so easy and fun to work with and made me feel so comfortable. She was really able to tailor my session to what my personal preference and style was. I was so happy with my results, it was a huge confidence boost in ways I didn't even expect. Could not recommend the experience more.”
“I can't rate this experience with Carly high enough. She will boost your confidence as soon as you meet her. I went back and forth in my head if I should even do this shoot because I thought I should get to my ideal weight. But I went for it and it was the best thing I've done for myself. Let Carly take your photo! You won't regret it.”
“Carly was such a gem to work with! She immediately made me feel so comfortable and I knew I made the right decision working with her. She knew every angle to shoot, gave seamless instructions, and made me feel beautiful every step of the way. The photos came out gorgeous and her turn around time was so quick! Highly recommend working with her, you won't regret it!”
“From hair and make up to the photo session in a whole, I felt completely comfortable from the moment I walked into the studio. I booked my boudoir session for a gift, but quickly realized I did it for myself as well! Don't debate on booking the shoot, just do it. I promise you will not be disappointed.”
Your Westminster, MD boudoir photographer
Hello gorgeous, I'm Carly
I grew up dancing ballet, tap, and jazz, and I picked up an unhealthy relationship with body image early. I can still remember being 8 years old and already disliking the way I looked in a bathing suit.
So when I first started photographing boudoir in 2019, I was honestly afraid it would confirm every insecurity I carried. Instead, it gave me more confidence and self-love than I expected.
I've now photographed over 200 women - career-driven women, brides, wives, moms, and women booking for no one but themselves. The sessions that begin with nerves and second-guessing often end up feeling like two girls having a girls' day.
I started boudoir afraid it would confirm every insecurity I carried. It did the opposite.
Based in Westminster, Maryland
“Carly knows how to make you feel like the Queen you are. Her boudoir sessions are always easy going and relaxing — I never feel uncomfortable, I feel like I am talking to a friend.”
— Jade
Tailored to you
Designed around you. Because it was.
From the moment you inquire, every detail is shaped to your comfort, your personality, and the way you want your images to feel.
With thoughtful styling and beautiful light, your session never feels generic or one-size-fits-all. It feels like you — just seen through a more loving lens.
- Soft & romantic
- Bold & sensual
- Dark & moody
- Something all your own
If you've been waiting to feel ready
You can keep waiting for the perfect moment.
The perfect time.
The perfect body.
The perfect amount of confidence.
But here's what waiting quietly costs you: the milestone passes undocumented. The anniversary, wedding morning, birthday, or ordinary season of your life goes by uncelebrated. Another year slips by where you promised yourself something brave - and didn't.
So many women arrive nervous. So many are sure they'll be the awkward one. And so many leave saying the very same thing: I wish I had done this sooner.
Let's chat & be friends
Tell me what this season is asking for.
Whether this is for you, a partner, a wedding, an anniversary, or a milestone, tell me what you are hoping to feel when you see the images.
Current response time — LESS THAN 5 minutes
Prefer to reach out directly? (443) 241-2551carly@mayberryandstone.com
Private studio located in Westminster, Maryland
Good to know
Questions, answered
Still wondering if this is for you? Reach out — I'd love to talk it through.
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Your moment
Ready to say yes to yourself?
I take a limited number of boudoir sessions each month so every woman gets my full attention. Once the calendar fills, it fills. Tell me a little about you — I read every inquiry personally.