One of the most common questions I see in my inbox is: can my boudoir photos stay offline? The short answer is yes. Absolutely they can. And you get to decide exactly what that looks like for you.
Every woman arrives with different comfort levels, and I never expect you to share a single image unless you truly want to. Your photos exist for you first. Not for my website. Not for social media. You get complete control over how you show up in the world, and I fully support that.
Once you book your session, I send over a detailed prep guide. Inside, you will find a model release form that explains all of your options. This is where you tell me what level of sharing you are or are not comfortable with. You can choose anonymous images only. You can choose zero photos shared. Or you can approve only the exact images you feel good about putting out into the world. You can also choose to share them all. There is no pressure. You are always in charge. For every session you see on my blog or Instagram, there is at least one or two that will never be on the internet. Those photos belong to my clients. And if you want that privacy, it is yours.


Absolutely. Your images are meant to reflect your story. They are not created for content. I did not become a boudoir photographer to fill my feed. I became a boudoir photographer to help women feel seen. To help you feel connected to your body again. To help you feel grounded and confident in your own skin. If sharing your photos does not align with that, then we keep them completely private. Many of my clients pick to keep their photos off the internet. Some choose to share a few anonymous favorites. Others love the experience so much they end up sharing more than they expected. There is no right or wrong way to move through it.
At the end of the day, the answer to “can my boudoir photos stay offline” will always be yes. Your safety, your comfort, and your voice matter most. I am here to photograph you with care. How those images live in the world is entirely up to you.

Mary Castillo Photography creates alternative and fun imagery for the open-minded and non-traditionalists.