Animal Crackers. Pony & Puppy Play with Mistress J!

dscf2566Happy Halloween! And in the spirit of the day, I will talk about a niche fetish, Pony Play…

You might be asking yourself why would someone want to be an animal? Animal roleplay of sorts has been around for centuries. A tribal member would sometimes take the form physically and often spiritually of an animal that was either revered or hunted.

Humans and animals have also had a close connection since time began. The horse, dog and cat being treasured friends. Both the human and the animal sharing a co-dependent relationship that is far from dysfunctional.

Recently, I had the honor of photographing some sexy animals and their handlers. It was loads of fun, and I even go to play a little.

Ride, Sally, ride!

Ride, Sally, ride!

One gentleman enjoys being a pony. Being a take charge kinda guy, he loves the feeling of submission to strong sexy women. Being a very fit Ironman athlete, he loves to have women ride his back and take him for a walk. While he prefers the feel of a naked woman straddled across his shoulders,

Mistress J did not do a nude photo shoot, so you will need to use your imagination on that one pervs.

I have had this particular pony over to the studio and have indeed straddled his strong, lithe back between my bare thighs. I felt his rolling tendons and had to clamp my thighs tight around him to stay astride. We walked all around the upper floor of my home. He was a good pony handling my weight well. I only had to use the crop on him twice. He was rewarded with carrots and petting afterwards.

Other folks like to be dogs. Dogs love the attention and affection lavished on them by their humans. 

Humans love the seemingly unconditional love they get from their pets, and pets thrive when loved and cherished by their owners.

“Happiness is a warm puppy.” ― Charles M. Schulz

“Happiness is a warm puppy.”
― Charles M. Schulz

Since many people have an altar ego, it makes sense that that altar ego does not need to be human. Who hasn’t admired the majesty of an animal running in the field or flying in the sky. Their grace and beauty is astounding. Their intelligence apparent, and when one connects with an animal it really is magic.

In some cases, pet play is seen as a loving, quiet cuddling time where there is no need for verbalization and the simple act of stroking, rubbing and holding the other partner is satisfying or reassuring in and of itself for those involved.

dog-walkingFor still others, there is the experience of power play setup in a context or structure which they can accept. Clearly, again, it depends on the people involved and what they bring to it or take from it.

 

All in all, Mistress J is very fond of animals.

 

Intrigued? Contact me.

If you are curious about my style of Feminine Domination, or animal play, I invite you to contact me for a session in my San Jose studio.

Mistress J Studios is a sex positive studio that provides a safe place for personal expression. Nude male photography, male and female submission, cross dressing and gender bending are welcomed and encouraged here.

My email is mistressjstudios@gmail.com.  I am in San Jose, California.  I look forward to hearing from you.

 

Finding Beauty in the Female Form Through Boudoir Photos

It’s not difficult finding beauty and meaning in the female form. In my last post I provided a few differences between male and female boudoir photography. As I recently had two sessions, each with a woman, it got me to thinking about how a good boudoir photographer captures a female subject:

1. Show off the things that make her body different from a man’s – namely curves. Think of the classic hourglass shape. Create dynamic poses by having the model twist her shoulders off-axis from her hips to highlight these curves. This is a more dramatic version of the classical contrapposto pose used by artists for over 2000 years.

2. If you’re after a provocative pose, ask the model to keep her back straight pull her shoulder blades together a little. This will accentuate her breasts and bottom.

3. The number of ways to light the female nude is without limit, but in general you want to use very soft light to accent the softness of her curves. You can light high-key, where everything is evenly lit, or you can light low-key, where the light comes from one side and is more dramatic. If you want to be very dramatic, use the backlight as the only light source.

As with all photography, female boudoir photography is an art form; there are no fixed rules or boundaries. Curious what your boudoir photos might look like? Contact me to schedule a session!

Men vs. Women Boudoir Photography

I recently had the opportunity to photograph one of my favorite clients (let’s call him “Frank”) for the third time. When he initially contacted me last year to find out if I do male boudoir shoots, he told me he wanted to feel like a GQ model; he wanted to feel highly desirable, be directed into poses and get the compliments he imagines female models get. Of course, I was happy to oblige.

What brought Frank to Mistress J? Growing up, Frank never felt very sexy. He had recently lost a lot of weight and wanted to shed his vanilla engineer exterior to release his inner Fabio.

Why Mistress J? Unlike other photographers that do male nude photography, the Mistress J studio was tastefully lit with attention to set design, lighting, colors and ambiance. In this most recent session, Frank was lean and fit. He wanted photos that would show off his toned arms and torso, so we did a lot of nudes and semi-nudes. The tasteful lighting of the Mistress J studio really helped emphasize the body parts he wanted to highlight.

I handle every single photo shoot the same way. We start with an in-depth discussion about the types of photos the client wants, what they’re planning to wear (or not wear), and the furniture and props they want to use. We also discuss perceived trouble spots, what they want to hide and areas they want to play up.

Are men and women really that different? There are a few major differences I tend to see between men and women boudoir shoots:

  • Men crave interaction more than women. Many men want Mistress J to be part of the scene. Although this is extra, having her in the scene means more talking, directing, obeying commands, posing, touching and encouragement.
  • Men and women have different lighting preferences. In every session I’ve had with a male subject, they want the lights on. Women, on the other hand, generally want the lights off, with the exception of the studio lights. They want that intimate space – a shell or bubble where they can slowly unwind and, like an onion, peel the layers off and expose their beauty.

No matter who the subject is, during each session, I start to notice things. I see the beauty of the hair, a curve in the body, or the way the light falls across the torso or defines the arms. When I see their beauty, I tell them. It helps them feel more comfortable and confident, so they can leave feeling good about themselves.

Although the execution may be slightly different, the final goal is the same: To leave each client feeling sexy and special, and to get some kick ass photos.

Men vs. Women: How Boudoir Shots Differ

Everyone wants to look sexy. As a boudoir photographer, I get to be reminded regularly of just how beautiful and sensual the human body is! I also love the diversity of sexual expression that comes into my studio, which is one of the many reasons I enjoy photographing both men and women.

So how does boudoir photography differ between men and women?

 
I would say men want to convey confidence and sexual prowess, although this comes across in many different ways depending on the man. Men generally focus on the overall appearance of being desirable as opposed to the smaller like hair and nails.

Women, on the other hand, usually want to look picture perfect, like we see in magazines. They generally want to be glamorous and sexy – the way they wish they could look every day if it weren’t for taking care of everything from errands and housework to kids, pets and work.

As a boudoir photographer, I work with each client to establish their goals of the session and make sure their pictures turn out the way they had in mind. Of course, a few basic tips before the session always help, too! How can I show you off at your sexiest? Contact Jeanine Brown Photography today for a complimentary consultation!