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Silhouette of a pregnant woman lying on a fur rug in lingerie posing for a Maternity Boudoir photoshoot by OC Boudoir taken in Orange County, California

Session Prep

Maternity Boudoir vs. Traditional Maternity Photography: What’s the Difference?

Maternity Boudoir vs Maternity Photography Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful and transformative seasons in a woman’s life. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, how you choose to capture this moment matters. Over the years, I’ve had the honor of photographing expectant mothers in two very distinct ways: Traditional maternity sessions and […]

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Two women sit and discuss body image, self love, and a boudoir experience at OC Boudoir with The Xwives Lounge Pod.

OC Boudoir Life / Local Love

Featured on an Orange County Podcast – Sharing the Power of Boudoir on The XWives Lounge

Featured on an Orange County Podcast – Sharing the Power of Boudoir on The XWives Lounge I’m beyond excited to share that I was recently featured on an incredible Orange County Podcast, The XWives Lounge, hosted by the amazing Lauren. This wasn’t just any Orange County Podcast appearance—it was the perfect collaboration and opportunity to […]

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beautiful polaroid photos laid on a mirror taken at a boudoir photoshoot in Southern California as a wedding day groom gift ideas

For Brides

Wedding Day Groom Gift Ideas

Wedding Day Groom Gift Ideas with a Sexy Twist Referral system between Michelle Fallman Beauty and OC Boudoir Photos! So… Michelle Fallman Beauty is doing your makeup?! Girl, you already nailed your first great decision. I’ve been working with Michelle since 2021, and let me tell you—she’s not just good, she’s next-level amazing. Trained in […]

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Mom of two kids in her 40's reconnects with her self in a sexy back arching pose during a boudoir photoshoot by OC Boudoir in Huntington Beach California.

Boudoir Stories

Why I Became a Boudoir Photographer: A Journey Back to Myself

Why I Became a Boudoir Photographer: A Journey Back to Myself This is the story of why I became a boudoir photographer. I didn’t become one on a whim. It is something that has lived quietly in the back of my creative brain for years, waiting for the right moment, the right space, and the […]

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Woman posing in velvet pink lingerie and a mens white button down feeling excited and confident because she found the best California Boudoir Session

Empowerment & Self-Love

6 California Boudoir Session Myths (Busted!)

6 Myths About a California Boudoir Session (Busted!) When it comes to booking a California boudoir session, a lot of women hesitate because of certain myths and misconceptions. Maybe you’ve thought, “I need to lose weight first,” or “I’m not photogenic,” or even “Boudoir is just for brides.” Let’s set the record straight: Boudoir is […]

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Do I have to go nude for a boudoir shoot?

Session Prep

Do I Have to Be Nude for a Boudoir Session?

Do I Have to Be Nude for a Boudoir Session? Absolutely Not! When people hear the word ‘boudoir,’ they might picture steamy, intimate portraits—but let’s set the record straight: you don’t have to be nude to do boudoir. Boudoir is all about confidence, self-expression, and celebrating your beauty—your way. Whether you’re rocking an oversized sweater, […]

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Sexy and Romantic Boudoir Session Sale

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Valentine’s Weekend Glow-Up

The OC Boudoir Website is Here – And So Is the Biggest Sale of the Year! It’s official—OC Boudoir finally has a home of its own, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you! While I’ve been photographing boudoir under my photography brand, Amy Captures Love, for years, I knew this part […]

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