JPiccariPHOTO | Photographer
Doing your own photoshoot is all about just being you. It's not a competition and trying to "look like" a professional model kills our confidence. Learn how to look past your insecurities and dive into a shoot of your own. Don't regret missing an opportunity to do something that every woman should do at least once in her life. Get your FREE copy of Self-O-Phobia today!
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BE CONFIDENT • FEEL EMPOWERED • TAKE A RISK ON YOU • CREATE YOUR LEGACY
The perfect shot of a 42 year-old mother of 3 isn't hiding her body, it's knowing how to highlight it. What I do isn't about finding the "perfect" model, it's about finding the perfection in my subject's realilty
– Justin
Over and over I hear clients say "I wish I had done this when I was younger" or "I want to do this now so I can look back when I'm older", but I've never heard "I want to wait until I'm older to capture something like this".
We are only around for a short time. Everyday we spend in fear or waiting to feel better is a moment wasted. We are surrounded by photos every single day, yet it's hard to take a moment to truly celebrate ourselves and what we have done in life. If you've never spent one time in your life to celebrate yourself, it's long overdue.
A legacy is about your story, your journey. Doing your own shoot for yourself helps remind you of how far you've come in your incredible tale. Recorded indelibly in archival, museum-quality Wall art, custom albums, and archive boxes.
JUSTIN PICCARI
SHOOTING WITH
Internantionally Awarded Photographer
Clients love how they feel after a shoot. I have shot with many women that have never even thought of being unclothed in front of a camera. Guiding you safely to your comfort level to create magical imagery is something of a specialty.
Just ask my clients!
As a mom in my late 40s, I never imagined I would participate in a nude photoshoot. Many women can relate to the mental struggles we face regarding our bodies. However, Justin's focus on mindset truly transformed my experience. His genuine guidance helped me shift from criticizing my appearance to appreciating what I could contribute to the shoot. Building trust with him was essential, as was finding comfort in my own skin. His professionalism and artistic vision made me feel safe during such a vulnerable moment, and that trust made all the difference.
- Mandy
I have worked with Justin many times over the years. As an amputee, he knows how to be sensitive to my disability, but keeps me accountable creatively and pushes me to bring out my best when we shoot. His whole focus is making sure I’m comfortable so our art can be at it’s best. My favorite images are the ones where I stopped listening to any doubts in my head and just trusted him and the process.
- Xoe
As a mom in my late 40s, I never imagined I would participate in a nude photoshoot. Many women can relate to the mental struggles we face regarding our bodies. However, Justin's focus on mindset truly transformed my experience. His genuine guidance helped me shift from criticizing my appearance to appreciating what I could contribute to the shoot. Building trust with him was essential, as was finding comfort in my own skin. His professionalism and artistic vision made me feel safe during such a vulnerable moment, and that trust made all the difference.
- Melissa
The thing I like about shooting with Justin is that I get to be myself. While I’m confident about my body, he knows that the vulnerability of being at any level of undress can be an insecure moment for anyone. With him, it’s like you’re just spending time with an old friend, relaxing and creative at the same time. It’s weirdly comfortable to reveal myself in that way, but he makes it so easy. It’s all about that feeling. He knows how to capture me so beautifully, but being in the right mindset myself is most of the battle. I can’t recommend him enough.
- Ashley
I had never shot nude before. But Justin made me feel so comfortable and encouraged me to try something. After the shoot it’s like I felt a whole new power inside me, and I’ve gone on to try more shoots because of it. I’m so glad I got to have such a powerful experience. Justin was the right photographer to work with.
- Mariam
EVERYTHING IS CUSTOMIZED
Photography genres are suggestions. There are no rules. We work in 4 main genres that just help us classify the meaning and purpose. What is your main goal for the shoot? What final printed pieces do you want to end with? Here are some simple definitions to help you think about what you want to shoot.
Boudoir
Boudoir is voyeuristic. It's sexy but in a subtle and unintentional way. It's meant to be an unaware subject and a view into her private time. It should feel like a look into what about her makes her sexy, very little or no eye contact.
Glamour
Think Playboy or Hustler. This is the overtly sexual style. Polished and in-your-face. This is usually reserved for people that are enjoying some form of sexual revolution or are making a very specific gift for someone. It's intense, graphic, and has no shame.
Fine Art Nude
Art Nudes are about form, shape, lighting, movement, and a deeper meaning. Art Nudes tend to be abstracts: styled and usually not about individual features like face and eyes, but on the unique qualities of the overall human form.
Outdoor
Shooting nudes or implied outdoors is for the most confident of people. There must almost be a thrill from being seen when shooting outdoors. For those daring enough, pairing the body with areas in nature just can't be topped. True art.
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Why Justin?
Justin has been a professional photographer for 15 years, shooting across the genres to specialize in Fine Art Specialties. He intentionally limits his bookings to be able to focus on every client as an individual instead of focusing on booking his next shoot.
Justin is an anomaly among photographers, focused on perfection and story-telling rather than bookings and speed. Booking with Justin isn't about a quick shoot just to get it done, it's about slowing down, enjoying the process, and focusing on the deeper story, in this case: you.
Every time you look at your photo you remember the experience, the photo is just the souvenir. The most important part of any of his shoots is creating a memory during the experience that will last a lifetime.
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FAQ's
Q: I'm not a model, there's no way I could ever do this. A: The only thing stopping you is your mind. The only difference between you an a professional model is practice and the defeat of insecurity. Practice beating that and you absolutely can!
Q: I don't want to shoot anything naked. It's just too sexual for me. A: Not a problem. I offer Fine Art Portrait sessions as well. This isn't for everybody, and it's not the only way to gain confidence and feel empowered. Let's get you set up with something else.
Q: I've never done anything like this before. What do I need to do? A: Step One; read the Self-O-Phobia book. It's a great introduction on how to approach a shoot like this. Step Two: practice and prepare. Commit to the journey. Work out, eat and drink healthy, practice self-affirmations and practice looking at yourself in the mirror. I know it sounds like a lot, but think of this like any big day you prepare for. Slow and steady. Practice makes perfect. On the day of the shoot, I am your guide. I have ushered many first-timers through the process. But the better prepared and committed you are, the more confident and excited you will be. This is the start of your empowerment journey. Lean into it!
Q: I don't think I'm comfortable with a male photographer. A: We all feel how we feel, and if after don't a phone consult with me, you don't think I'm the right fit for you, I absolutely don't blame you. But please don't judge me before you meet me. I promise I'm not as intimidating as it may seem. I've been doing this for a long time.
Q: I'm too old to shoot this type of thing. A: There is no such thing. In fact, you will never be this young ever again. This is the time, right now, to decide to do something like this. Do it with someone else if you need to, but just DO it. There aren't many things I can say with 100% confidence, but choosing to do a shoot like this as soon as possible is one of them. You will never regret it and being able to look back at what you have accomplished in 10...20...30 years, you'll love how not-old you are now.
Q: Don't people usually shoot this for a partner? A: Some do. A far greater number do it for themselves. But there's no right answer. Shoot it for you first, and then add in the part for the person you love. There's no playbook. I focus on the mental because no matter who you're doing it for, the mental game is the most important part. If you ARE shooting it for someone, you have to bring your whole seduction and passion for them to the shoot, or it will show. So your mentality is the #1 focus. The rest is just fun.
Q: I will never be confident enough to shoot nudes or boudoir. A: You are the only person that can make that decision. But I'm here to help guide you. If you're willing to take a risk on yourself, I promise you will feel so much more confident about it by the time we are finished shooting.
Q: Why should I read this book? A: Because it's free. You have nothing to lose, but everything to gain. Worst case scenario, you don't read the book. But if you don't take this chance to get it for FREE, then you miss out.
Q: I don't look like the models in your photos. A: There is no standard of what you have to look like. Confidence and not caring what your inner voice says are the most important parts by far. This isn't a model shoot. This is photographic self-love. Your body tells a unique story. It's the story of your life. It's way more interesting than any false narrative of a model I worked with. But the fact that you felt drawn in by the setup stories just tells you how good I am. And remember: retouching is part of the process. Put your trust in me and I've got you covered.
Q: What does any of this have to do with a photoshoot? A: Nothing and everything all at once. Knowing who I am and what I do is just as important as seeing my work. This is a sensitive area an we need to trust each other when we go into it. I know you can shoot with anybody. If you choose to shoot with me, it should be because you trust me, not because of a flashy Instagram post or ad.