Raleigh and Wake forest Boudoir Photographer
Before starting Bellamy, I spent over a decade in New York City’s corporate finance world while always nurturing my creative side — oil painting, pottery, jewelry design, and eventually, photography. Having grown up in Hawaii, I’ve always been inspired by natural light, effortless beauty, and the sense of calm that comes from being surrounded by nature.
When my family moved to North Carolina, I poured myself into curating and styling my home (yes, I even painted much of the décor you’ll see on the walls). It soon evolved into a private, appointment-only creative studio for local photographers and videographers. Opening my doors to other creatives confirmed something I’d always known: I love giving women a space to shine.
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My Journey
After having children and navigating body changes — even a mommy makeover didn’t bring back the confidence I thought I’d lost — I finally stepped in front of the camera for my first boudoir session. To my surprise, I left that day on a high: feeling strong, confident, and empowered. When I saw the photos, I could hardly believe that woman was me.
Those portraits, created by photographer Q Hegarty (shared here with permission), were the spark that reminded me how transformative boudoir can be.
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The Turning Point
Bellamy Portraits was born to give you that same empowering experience. In this private, boutique boudoir studio in Wake Forest, I create elegant, natural-light portraits for women across Raleigh, Durham, and beyond. Every session is designed around your story, your beauty, and the strength that’s always been within you.
Privacy, comfort, and care are at the heart of every detail — so you can exhale, feel celebrated, and leave with artwork that reminds you daily of the powerful woman you already are.
If my journey resonates, I’d love to create your own Bellamy Portraits experience. Explore the Investment page or Book Now to begin.
Why Bellamy Exists
Nestled in the heart of Wake Forest, the Bellamy Portraits studio is a private, by-appointment-only escape where luxury meets artistry. Bathed in natural light and styled with curated details—from an airy canopy suite to a moody, cinematic retreat—finished with hand made paintings and art - it’s the perfect backdrop to capture your beauty, in a variety of ways.
The Studio
Shopping for your session should feel exciting — a chance to treat yourself to a little something special you’ll love keeping in your own closet (you’ll find plenty of my favorite tips in the Prep Guide).
The Bellamy Collection is here as your backup, your finishing touch, or just an extra splash of variety on session day. From silk robes and delicate lingerie to garters, sheer wraps, heels, and jewelry, each piece has been thoughtfully curated to flatter and photograph beautifully.
Available in sizes XS–2XL, everything in the Collection is yours to borrow at no additional cost. Think of it as your safety net — a touch of luxury to mix, match, or layer so you can step into your session feeling polished, radiant, and entirely you.
