About
That’s me! ^ Because we practice what we preach around here! Getting in front of the camera is scary, but I do it, too.
Hey, there! Thanks for dropping by. I’m so glad you’re here!
My name is Manda Koolis and I’m a professional boudoir photographer of almost 18 years – officially half my lifetime – located on the gorgeous gulf coast in Gulf Breeze, Florida.
This is the short & sweet story of how I got to where I am today, fulfilling my calling of uplifting women and non-binary people (and occasionally men) through photography. If you want to get a deeper glimpse into my soul and see what sparked life into my calling, click here to read my Origins.
After photographing everything in sight for almost ten years, I finally found my voice with boudoir photography. Taking peoples’ portraits and revealing how stunning they are without needing to fit society’s standards of beauty fills me with joy.
In a world where we are taught to constantly compare ourselves to others, I want to show that no one needs to be anything but themselves to be fascinating and lovely – you don’t need perfect hair and teeth or to lose weight, let alone have a certain skin tone or gender presentation.
Breaking through the barriers of what society tells us being beautiful is, is a truly liberating process. I’ve personally seen how a boudoir session (both as a subject and as the photographer) can be a catalyst for incredible change; in your heart, your mind, and your confidence.
I spent five years in the broadcast world learning the intricacies of moving imagery and light. It changed how I see the world. During that time I discovered my love for stillness, the beauty of the static image. Starting in videography has given me a unique perspective for my art and taught me how to imbue the stillness in my photos with depth and life.
I want you to see this for yourself. Allow me to showcase all the beauty in you, body and soul, with a boudoir or beauty shoot.
When you’re ready to book your session, just click here to set up your appointment: