Beginning with film way back when, Tegan has always had a love affair with photography. After graduating from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Photography program in 2006, she started focusing on wedding and portrait work, and began to build her business in Vancouver, BC. Having grown up in Victoria, she is thrilled to finally be back, serving her clients here on the Island.

Tegan has a knack for quickly connecting with the people in front of her camera and takes pride in creating a fun experience during her sessions. She loves to help women feel empowered to celebrate their true beauty in photography. Her style is relaxed yet playful, with a keen eye for detail & subtlety.

When she's not behind a camera, she is busy raising two kids, aged 2 and 4, with her husband. She lives for sunny days spent swimming in the ocean and loves to explore our beautiful west coast backyard whenever she can. For more information on Tegan, you can view her portfolio at www.teganmcmartin.com

At age 16 Taryn became obsessed with photography and has been working in the industry ever since! In 2018 she graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Visual Arts and minoring in Art History & Visual Studies.

Currently she specializes in managing creative businesses and helping creative entrepreneurs manifest their dreams! Here at Bella Boudoir she is responsible for social media marketing, behind-the-scenes magic (aka organization), and customer care. Taryn has a keen eye for detail and design, is passionate about curating feeds and most importantly - experiences!

In her free time she is a practicing multidisciplinary artist, enjoys traveling the world, going on adventures on her purple bike “Honey”, and cooking up delicious food! For more information on Taryn, you can view her portfolio at www.tarynwalkermedia.com

Veteran makeup artist Melanie brings over two decades of experience. Ranging from representing brands such as MAC & Stila cosmetics, over 1000 weddings clients under her brush, to being a artist for popular Canadian TV series and celebrities, Mel’s attention to detail and advance experience makes her a highly sought after professional in the industry. What is her favourite part about beautifying Bella clients? "I like to make them feel beautiful, because when they feel beautiful they carry themselves differently for photos and in their daily life! By making them feel that beauty, something shifts inside of them, and they now will carry that out into the world!!"

Mel is an animal welfare activist! Her top priority is finding new cruelty free cosmetics to use on her clients. Along with her husband and teen daughter, her family shares their home with a number of dogs and small pets. It’s typical to see this active family walking the beach or trails on a beautiful day, with a pack of dogs in tow. For more information on Melanie, you can view her portfolio at http://www.melaniebaird.ca

From a small town in Ontario, Nicole has built the foundation for being an expert in beauty. Previously working for brands like Lancome, MAC and Merle Norman. Nicole is currently a Elate Cosmetics artist and brand ambassador. From a retro inspired styling to a creative editorial look, she she excels in creation with a artistic approach, she believes the face is the perfect canvas. What is important to Nicole for every Bella client who sits in her chair? “To help them to reconnect to a sensual person that they may have lost sight of, finding a sexy alter ego to channel or celebrate in reaching goals and milestone the client has overcome in their life.”

What can we say, Nicole loves a good set of brows. She also loves running, spending time with her family, and shopping online for fashion essentials… and makeup! You can more view more of Nicole’s work at: www.nicolemurraymakeup.com

Having grown up in Victoria, Alexandra has always had an eye and passion for all things beauty. Alexandra has had quick success in her new career. From climbing the ranks to Lead Artist for Elate Cosmetics to running the makeup department for Victoria’s First Fashion Week there is no slowing her down. But Alexandra’s biggest passion of all is to bring a sense of ease and fun to all of her clients while reminding them of how gorgeous they always are. “I want everyone in my chair to feel that they are in a safe and positive environment. Our time together is both relaxing and fun while getting you perfectly prepared for your session.”

We know you will love Ali's creative style and down to earth personality just as much as we do! You can see her stunning work at www.alexandra-loughton.com