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The Atelier | Boudoir and Fine Art Photography by Cara Garbarino

Boudoir photographer · by appointment in Chicago, Illinois

5 ★★★★★ · 69 Google reviews
What this studio offers

The things boudoir clients actually ask about

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✦ Hair & makeup includedfrom reviews
The hair and makeup artists she works with are incredible — I felt camera-ready and completely transformed.
What clients highlight

In their own words

made me feel comfortable5 mentions
During the shoot itself, Cara has a rare gift for making you feel at ease and genuinely confident, which comes through in every single photo.
calmed my nerves3 mentions
I'm generally rather shy & modest, but I booked this boudoir shoot as a gift for my fiancé.
empowering & confidence-boosting13 mentions
I was very much outside of my comfort zone going into the shoot, but her energy, warmth, and confidence made the entire experience so comfortable and fun.
professional & high quality9 mentions
She is one of the most creative and talented photographers I have ever met but her genuine love of celebrating women is truly life changing.
fun, relaxed experience4 mentions
I was very much outside of my comfort zone going into the shoot, but her energy, warmth, and confidence made the entire experience so comfortable and fun.
Recent reviews

What people say about their session

“Cara offers the perfect combination of professionalism, talent, and enthusiasm. I heard about her through another satisfied customer I met who shared that she had just done something wonderful for herself.”

Kathe · 2026-05-17 · ★★★★★

“To say I’m lucky to have met Cara is an understatement. As a fellow photographer my business was hit badly by covid and I came across an opportunity to meet and assist Cara. After one “get to know each other” phone call I felt as though I had known this person forever and had an instant dear friend.”

Melissa · 2026-05-07 · ★★★★★

“I cannot say enough amazing things about this experience. I'm generally rather shy & modest, but I booked this boudoir shoot as a gift for my fiancé. Turns out, it was an absolute gift to ME (also blew his mind).”

Christina · 2026-05-21 · ★★★★★

“I chose to shoot my wedding boudoir with Cara, and I am ecstatic with how my photos turned out. I'm a very particular person, and I had so many different ideas/outfits that I wanted to attempt; Cara made all my outfits happen.”

Yujing · 2026-05-11 · ★★★★★

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Hours

Monday 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday By appointment
Sunday By appointment

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