Light the Fire: Become the Goddess of Love Introducing Argentina Leyva

Humans have always been obsessed with love and romance. The goddess of Aphrodite is the representation of beauty, pleasure and romance. For centuries women have been trying to find ways to become the goddess of love.  We are often chasing a future lover in hopes of the thrill of being in a romantic environment with them. Candles, massage oil, flowers, are often encouraged to set the mood. With the modern lives we all live it can difficult to feel sexy and let romance flow.

We are constantly taking pictures to entice one another and set the mood. It can be difficult to find that spark that allows you to feel sexy and renewed again. Many women take boudoir photos not only for their lover, but to feel beautiful again. Beauty is more about you feel about yourself and how others treat you than the sole outer appearance. Yet, there is something that occurs when a woman is able to doll herself up and feel rejuvenated. She can truly become a goddess of love and set the mood for romance.

We had the great pleasure of interviewing Guru Argentina Leyva of The Art of Seduction Boudoir Photography. She has photographed over a 1,000 women. She truly helps women find their inner goddess of love.

1. What made you get into this style of photography?

I feel in love with the camera after photographing weddings and brides started to ask for boudoir, than older women. It is truly for women of all ages, in all walks of life dating or after a breakup. It allows you to see yourself as beautiful again.

2. What are your views on nudity in photography?

Nudity is  an art. The human body is art. People should  embrace your body it is beautiful and can be liberating.

3. With everyone having access to phones and hacking scandals occurring.  What photos should people keep on their phones?

People can keep whatever photos they want if they feel comfortable taking them. It’s about expression of sexuality.

4. What are some moments people should photograph? 

Take photos of moments that make us feel connected to the world. It makes them feel happy. The restaurants or bars you have never been to, places and experiences you want to relive in photos.

5. How can men and women can feel confident in photos?

Both men and women should smile in photos. Women need to not have body shame focus on what you love about yourself, find great lighting, colors that you love,  a comfortable space.

Men need a reason to smile.

6.  What does love mean to you-

It is to embrace everything we are and what we do. It’s everything.  It’s an addiction, it means having something, feeling we are driven by it.

7.  What are your tips in keeping love alive?

To be grateful and  have grace. Happy with those things. Embrace good and bad. To become a better person and change attitude towards things. It is a part of the  human experience.