I may be a little late sharing this one, but it was too good to leave in the archives. This past Valentine’s Day, I had the privilege of working with Daizy on a shoot that was equal parts bold, moody, and magnetic. Our vision? A witchy Valentine’s Day set among the desert backdrop near PicachoContinue reading “Valentines Day Themed Outdoor Boudoir Photo Shoot with a Witchy Twist Featuring Daizy in Las Cruces, NM”
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What is Outdoor Boudoir Photography: Is it a Real Thing?
Recently, I came across a blog post claiming that “outdoor boudoir” doesn’t — and can’t — exist. There were a few arguments that I would argue are largely opinion with one based in fact. I will touch on all of them, but first I want to discuss the factual definition of boudoir used in theContinue reading “What is Outdoor Boudoir Photography: Is it a Real Thing?”
Introducing the Natural Exploration YouTube Channel
Follow Along Behind the Lens I’m excited to finally share something that’s been in the works for a while—the official YouTube channel for Natural Exploration is now live! For those who’ve followed my work—whether you’ve booked a boudoir session, purchased a print, or just connected with the images I share—this channel is a way toContinue reading “Introducing the Natural Exploration YouTube Channel”
How a Snowy Trip to Canada Changed My Photography Forever
In January 2024, I took a trip that would unknowingly reshape the direction of my work. I left the warm desert skies of Southern New Mexico behind and traveled to Canada to visit a close friend—and while I was eager to explore landscapes completely foreign to my own, I had no idea I’d return withContinue reading “How a Snowy Trip to Canada Changed My Photography Forever”
Winter Outdoor Boudoir: A Snowy Photo Shoot with Sophia
There’s something magical about the woods in winter, with the snow-covered trees and the peaceful quiet that only comes when the world is blanketed in white. It was this enchanting atmosphere that inspired our recent photo shoot in Santa Fe National Forest with up-and-coming model Sophia. Our goal was to create a cozy reading spotContinue reading “Winter Outdoor Boudoir: A Snowy Photo Shoot with Sophia”
Magical Sucrose Cosplay in Lincoln National Forest | Genshin Impact Photoshoot
Bringing fantasy to life through cosplay photography, I recently had the pleasure of working with Dari, an incredibly talented Genshin Impact cosplay model. We captured her stunning Sucrose cosplay photoshoot in the breathtaking Lincoln National Forest near Cloudcroft, NM—a perfect setting for this whimsical character. Creating a Magical Setting for Sucrose’s Cosplay Photo shoot DariContinue reading “Magical Sucrose Cosplay in Lincoln National Forest | Genshin Impact Photoshoot”
Welcome to Natural Exploration
Welcome to Natural Exploration: Outdoor Boudoir Photography in New Mexico Hello and welcome to Natural Exploration, where I celebrate the beauty of amazing people in incredible places. I’m John Waller, and I’m thrilled to introduce you to my passion for outdoor boudoir photography based in Las Cruces, New Mexico. How I Started My Boudoir PhotographyContinue reading “Welcome to Natural Exploration”
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