Business Details
17 Years
experience
Professional Boudoir & Senior Photography in Iowa City
Towler Photography was founded in 2009 with a mission to create timeless, empowering images that celebrate individuality and human connections. Our journey began after losing my mother to cancer, where family photographs became invaluable heirlooms. This experience inspired us to specialize in boudoir, senior, and brand photography, helping clients capture their authentic selves through personalized, confidence-building sessions. With over 15 years of experience, we combine artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver high-quality visuals that resonate emotionally.Our team prioritizes client comfort, offering professional hair and makeup services, curated locations, and a collaborative approach to ensure every session reflects the subject's unique story. We serve Iowa City and surrounding areas, offering both local and destination shoots, while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards and client confidentiality.
Services
Boudoir Photography
Senior Portraits
Brand Photography
Traveler Sessions
Monthly Branding Shoots
Hair & Makeup Services
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized sessions tailored to individual comfort levels and storytelling needs
- Professional hair and makeup services included in premium packages
- Specialized in empowering women through confidence-building photography experiences
- Custom location planning for senior and brand photography sessions
- Proven track record of 15+ years creating emotionally resonant visual narratives
What people say
Feel confident
Amazing photos
Empowering experience
Professional hair and makeup
Timeless images
Services
Boudoir Photography
Our boudoir sessions celebrate feminine beauty and personal confidence through tasteful, artistic imagery. Clients receive professional hair and makeup services, luxury hotel location access, and personalized posing guidance. Sessions start at $600 with customizable packages available, focusing on creating empowering visuals that capture individuality while maintaining comfort and discretion throughout the process.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior photography experiences combine modern and timeless aesthetics to capture milestone achievements. Sessions include location scouting, outfit coordination, and professional styling. Starting at $300, packages offer digital files and print options, with premium VIP packages at $615 including extended shoot time and additional outfit changes.
Brand Photography
Brand photography services create professional visuals that enhance business identity and marketing efforts. Options include monthly subscription plans starting at $169/month and one-time sessions from $469. All packages include strategic planning consultations and curated image delivery through digital platforms for immediate marketing use.
Traveler Sessions
Custom destination photography experiences combine travel with professional sessions at client-selected locations. Starting at $4,000, these all-inclusive packages feature luxury accommodations, extended shoot time, and premium deliverables including print albums and digital collections for comprehensive visual storytelling.
Hair & Makeup Services
Professional hair and makeup application included in premium packages or available as add-on service. Our stylists specialize in camera-ready looks that enhance natural features while ensuring longevity throughout photography sessions, available for all session types including boudoir, senior, and brand photography experiences.
People
Towler Photography
Lead Photographer
With 15+ years of experience, Ivy specializes in empowering women through personalized photography experiences. Her work focuses on capturing authentic moments that celebrate individuality and personal growth, creating timeless visual narratives that resonate emotionally with clients and their loved ones.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in boudoir, senior portraits, and brand photography, with options for destination traveler sessions and monthly branding shoots. Each service is tailored to capture personal milestones and professional identities through empowering visual storytelling.
Are professional hair and makeup services included?
Professional hair and makeup styling is included in VIP senior packages and all boudoir sessions. It's available as an add-on for brand photography sessions and senior editorial packages to ensure camera-ready presentation.
What locations do you work in?
Local sessions occur in and around Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and up to a 60-mile radius. Destination traveler sessions are available worldwide, with current packages starting at $4,000 for all-inclusive experiences.
How do payments work for photography sessions?
Session fees are non-refundable retainer payments that secure your date. Print orders are placed separately on viewing day. Monthly branding subscriptions process payments automatically, with options for 3-6 month commitments.
What's included in the boudoir experience?
The 'Barely by Ivy' experience includes luxury hotel shoot, professional styling, retouching, and in-person ordering session. Packages start at $2,950 and include digital files, print album, and mobile app access to images.
How do monthly branding shoots work?
Monthly subscriptions provide regular content creation with flexible options. Starting at $169/month, packages offer 25-90+ images monthly with coordinated locations and styling, designed to maintain consistent brand visuals across marketing platforms.
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