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Voluptuous woman lays on her side during her boudoir shoot in Orange County, California

Empowerment & Self-Love

Boudoir Photography Myths: Every Lie You Have Told Yourself About Booking

Let me ask you something. How long have you been thinking about booking a boudoir session? A few months? A year? Longer? What has been stopping you? I ask because after photographing hundreds of women, I have heard every reason imaginable for why someone is not ready, not the right size, not the right age, not […]

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How to prepare for a boudoir shoot

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How to Prepare for a Boudoir Shoot

Preparing for a boudoir session does not have to be complicated. In fact, most of the preparation simply comes down to taking care of yourself and arriving ready to enjoy the experience. As your photographer, my job is to guide you through every step of session day so you never feel overwhelmed or unsure. But […]

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What to do with Boudoir Photos

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What to do with Boudoir Photos: 6 Amazing Options!

Wondering what to do with boudoir photos after your session? From luxury albums to wall art and digital images, here is how OC Boudoir clients enjoy their portraits for years to come.

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Feeling nervous about a boudoir session

Empowerment & Self-Love

Feeling Nervous about a Boudoir Session: What helps?

Feeling nervous about a boudoir session is completely normal. Here is what actually happens to those nerves once you arrive at OC Boudoir in Huntington Beach, and why most women are so glad they showed up.

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a woman laying on a bed talking on a vintage phone on a consultation call finding out what happens during a boudoir session.

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What Happens During a Boudoir Session? A Step-by-Step Experience

One of the first questions women ask when they reach out about a boudoir shoot is a simple one: What happens during a boudoir session? If you’ve never done anything like this before, it’s completely normal to feel curious, excited, and super nervous all at once. Most of my clients tell me they’ve been thinking […]

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what to wear to a boudoir session, lingerie hanging on a rack with shoes ready for a boudoir photoshoot in Huntington Beach, California with OC Boudoir

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What to Wear to a Boudoir Session (Even if you don’t own Lingerie)

One of the biggest questions I hear from women before their shoot is this. What do I wear to a boudoir session? Most clients assume they need to have lingerie all figured out to even consider booking. In reality, many women arrive with just one or two pieces and some have never worn lingerie a […]

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My Top 3 Favorite Home Spray Tan before Boudoir Shoot

My Top 3 Favorite Home Spray Tan before Boudoir Shoot (From a Boudoir Photographer Who’s Been There) In 2018, I was diagnosed with Basal Cell Carcinoma on my shoulder. As a long-time lover of the warm California sun, I used to spend countless afternoons napping on the beach. I never thought I’d have to hang […]

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Woman poses in a boudoir photoshoot and brings her index finger to her lips to say "shh" about the cost of a boudoir shoot in orange county, california.

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How Much Does Boudoir Photography Cost in Orange County?

If you have been researching boudoir photography in Orange County, you have probably asked the same question almost every woman asks at some point. How much does boudoir photography cost in Orange County? It is a completely fair question, and honestly one I wish more photographers answered openly. Boudoir photography can vary quite a bit […]

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Store front of the iconic I.C. London Lingerie Shop located in Laguna Beach, California where clients shop for their OC Boudoir photoshoots

OC Boudoir Life / Local Love

Laguna Beach Lingerie Boutique You Need to Know About, IC London

If you are on the hunt for a Laguna Beach lingerie boutique that feels like a hidden gem, I have one for you. It is one of those places you would probably never find unless someone told you about it. Let me (lead photographer and owner at OC Boudoir, Amy 👋) introduce you to I.C. […]

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Woman blowing out her cupcake candle and the cupcake resting on her abs as she poses for a Birthday Boudoir Photoshoot with OC Boudoir in Huntington Beach, California.

Empowerment & Self-Love, OC Boudoir Life / Local Love

7 Bold & Empowering Orange County Birthday Ideas for Adults

7 Bold & Empowering Orange County Birthday Ideas for Adults Because experiences > stuff especially milestones after 30 As we age, birthdays shift from celebratory clutter to meaningful moments. Experiences that resonate with our soul far outweigh any material gift—and that’s exactly what milestone birthdays are for. Whether you’re marking 30, 40, 50, or beyond, […]

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