Shawn Black

Shawn Black is an internationally award-winning boudoir photographer, educator, author, and industry advocate based just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. As the owner of Couture Black and President of the Association of International Boudoir Photographers (AIBP), Shawn has spent more than a decade helping redefine what boudoir photography can be. Known for his dramatic lighting, editorial style, and wall art focused approach to image creation, Shawn has become one of the most recognized voices in the boudoir genre. His work has been featured in leading industry publications including Rangefinder and Professional Photographer Magazine, and his images have earned numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. While creating impactful imagery remains his first passion, Shawn has long believed that the growth of the genre depends on education, community, and advocacy. That belief led him to acquire AIBP in 2021, giving him the opportunity to further elevate, educate, and support pho