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Indium Boudoir

Photographer · Kansas City, MO · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%83+5.9Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#170 of 201 photographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 16%
5.0 ★★★★★ 225 Google reviews · 23 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.8%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
1%reviews answered by the owner
Jul 2026latest review

Indium Boudoir at a glance

Customers describe Indium Boudoir as a professional studio that helps nervous first-time clients feel comfortable and confident during their sessions. Reviews frequently highlight the staff's guidance on posing, the clean environment, and the quality of the final images, along with helpful hair and makeup services. One low-star review cites a dispute over a booking agreement and communication issues, while another criticizes the overall professionalism.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 225 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 225 Google reviews (216 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: July 29, 2026.
  • Service: Photographer serving Kansas City, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other photographers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction94Reliability88Craft & service88Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews83Satisfaction: 94 (median 99)Reliability: 88 (median 99)Craft & service: 88 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 83 (median 62)
Indium BoudoirPhotographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Indium Boudoir: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Indium Boudoir: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
88
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Indium Boudoir: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
88
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Indium Boudoir: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Indium Boudoir: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Indium Boudoir: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 62.A
83

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Star ratings

225 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars22299%
  • 4 stars10%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 216 written reviews

  • Praise29096%
  • Complaints114%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price220%
  • Reasonable880%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend7926%
  • Staff & attitude7826%
  • Quality & results6221%
  • Speed & response3211%
  • Communication186%
  • Price & value165%
  • Honesty & trust165%

What customers talk about

We read 216 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “If you’re considering stepping outside your comfort zone, I highly recommend Indium Boudoir.”
    “I cannot recommend Indium Gems enough for a splurge for yourself!”
  • “Their talent, professionalism, and ability to make you feel comfortable truly made all the difference.”
  • “I had such an amazing experience with my boudoir shoot!”
  • “I was definitely nervous at first, but Mel made me feel so comfortable and confident almost immediately.”
  • “I was only able to communicate so much on my vision due to the nerves and she knew exactly how to execute.”
  • “The confidence boost that I took away from the photo shoot in of itself made it all worth it.”
  • “Mel made it so fun and easy to trust her in such a valuable state!”

People customers mention

  • Traci 85 reviews
  • Mel 38 reviews
  • Gems 7 reviews
  • Instagram 6 reviews
  • Melise 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Indium Boudoir for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Elayna5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Such a wonderful team. They made the experience very relaxed and fun. I loved how body positive they were - I walked out feeling beautiful and sexy.

Boudoir photography
Chrystal6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Indium Boudoir made an experience that was completely outside my comfort zone feel so easy, comfortable, and empowering! From start to finish, they made me feel confident and relaxed, and I never felt awkward or unsure of myself. The pictures turned out absolutely AMAZING! I was blown away by how beautifully they…

Great priceBoudoir photography
BrittneyLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

That was such a great experience! I came in very nervous and left with so much confidence! Everyone was so encouraging and helpful!

Reasonable priceBoudoir photography
McCall10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I had such an amazing experience with my boudoir shoot! I was definitely nervous at first, but Mel made me feel so comfortable and confident almost immediately. She guided me through everything so I never had to overthink or wonder what to do. I just had to listen and trust her. She even got on the floor herself to…

Boudoir photography
BriannaLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Where do I begin! From the initial consult, to the styling appointment, and finally the actual photo shoot- the entire experience was amazing!! Mel is so talented and made me feel incredible. This was my first ever boudoir shoot so I was both nervous and excited. The studio itself was not only beautiful but very…

Boudoir photography
Kimberly2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Mel was my photographer for my boudoir shoot! She was absolutely phenomenal and made me feel so comfortable! The photos are absolutely stunning! 10 out of 10 would recommend!

Reasonable priceBoudoir photography

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 225 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Elayna Henderson5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elayna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Such a wonderful team. They made the experience very relaxed and fun. I loved how body positive they were - I walked out feeling beautiful and sexy.

  • Services: Boudoir photography
Chrystal Mayfiled6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chrystal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Indium Boudoir made an experience that was completely outside my comfort zone feel so easy, comfortable, and empowering! From start to finish, they made me feel confident and relaxed, and I never felt awkward or unsure of myself. The pictures turned out absolutely AMAZING! I was blown away by how beautifully they captured the experience. Their talent, professionalism, and ability to make you feel comfortable truly made all the difference. If you’re considering stepping outside your comfort zone, I highly recommend Indium Boudoir. It was such a positive, confidence-boosting experience, and I’m so glad I did it!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Boudoir photography
Ashley Schmidt1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very empowering experience! Very professional!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Boudoir photography
Brittney PetersonLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brittney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

That was such a great experience! I came in very nervous and left with so much confidence! Everyone was so encouraging and helpful!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Boudoir photography
McCall Witt10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews McCall has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had such an amazing experience with my boudoir shoot! I was definitely nervous at first, but Mel made me feel so comfortable and confident almost immediately. She guided me through everything so I never had to overthink or wonder what to do. I just had to listen and trust her. She even got on the floor herself to demonstrate poses, which made the whole experience feel so natural and fun. One of my favorite parts was getting to see the photos as she was taking them because it instantly boosted my confidence and excitement. And to top it all off, I received my full gallery within 24 hours! The entire experience was professional, empowering, and honestly so much fun. And the photos turned out absolutely amazing, I’m obsessed with them. I cannot recommend her enough!

  • Services: Boudoir photography
Brianna GrahamLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brianna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Where do I begin! From the initial consult, to the styling appointment, and finally the actual photo shoot- the entire experience was amazing!! Mel is so talented and made me feel incredible. This was my first ever boudoir shoot so I was both nervous and excited. The studio itself was not only beautiful but very clean. Alex who does hair and makeup was a gem to work with. The entire time made the experience luxurious. I could not believe my eyes when I saw the proof gallery! The pictures are stunning and it was so hard to choose my favorites. The experience is worth the price and I would definitely do another session with them.

  • Services: Boudoir photography
Kimberly Franks2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kimberly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Mel was my photographer for my boudoir shoot! She was absolutely phenomenal and made me feel so comfortable! The photos are absolutely stunning! 10 out of 10 would recommend!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Boudoir photography
Jaci Dewey8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jaci has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The best day!!!! Traci and Mel have set up and incredible studio very calm and relaxed environment. Mel was my photographer and she was very easy and made it so comfortable to shoot with. Super respectful to your comfort level, and made everything just go by so smoothly. And then you top all of that off with their great hair and makeup gal Alex, and it just a win win!!! If you have ever thought about doing a boudoir shoot I would highly recommend Indium!!!! You will be so happy you did.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Boudoir photography
Cassandra D8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cassandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I just had my boudoir session yesterday with Mel. I arrived with some unexpected nerves, but left with a huge boost of confidence. From start to finish the experience was a 10/10 and I loved how I looked and felt throughout. Mel was fantastic at directing as well checking in with my throughout the session to make sure I was feeling good. I already got my proofing gallery and am absolutely thrilled. I have no idea how I am going to narrow these down!

Stephanie England6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Indium Gems is absolutely AMAZING! From the hair and makeup to the actual photo shoot, everything was perfect! Alex was my makeup artist and I absolutely loved her! Mel was my photographer and she did such a great job! She was very helpful with the styling choices and made the photo shoot so easy and comfortable. Mel is very detailed oriented down to the placement of my of my fingers and hair! She has such an amazing eye for what she is trying to capture in the photos. I can’t say enough great things about Indium Gems!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Boudoir photography

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Business details

  • Address: 409 Grand Blvd Ste 200B, Kansas City, MO 64106
  • Website: indiumgems.com
  • Service area: Kansas City, MO