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I lead with empathy.

 I will make sure you’re hands-free before your first look, so you can hug your soon-to-be spouse with both hands. I’ll guard your door so you can have a minute alone before your ceremony starts. I’ll distract your ring bearer so he doesn’t drop your rings into the water fountain. I’ll help you stay focused on each other throughout the day, so you can remember why you’re here in the first place.
(All true stories.)

You won't remember how I posed you or what silly prompt I gave to make you “look more candid”. But you will remember the way your grandmother hugged you, the sound of your best friend struggling to get through their toast without crying, the way you did a little victory dance after walking down the aisle.

I’m not here to interrupt your moments or create content. I’m here to observe and document, so you can have timeless photographs of your very own, never-to-be-recreated, memories.

I have over a decade of experience as a photographer. Though I officially joined the wedding industry in 2017, working for a floral designer. It was through those events that I fell in love with the intricate details—the intentional design choices and creativity that reflect the personalities of each couple. In 2019 I went full-time as a wedding photographer.

As of 2024, I have photographed around 60 weddings and counting. I am continuously inspired by the fact that every wedding holds its own story, and while the format can be familiar, each celebration is one-of-a-kind. The people, the moments, and the relationships that bring you to this very occasion are woven together, creating something deeply personal.

My goal is to help create a space where you don’t have to worry about posing or performing for the camera. I want you to simply exist as you are, surrounded by the people you love most. You’ve spent months planning and making decisions, now it’s time to kick back and enjoy it all.

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What inspires me

I find inspiration in human connection, nature, architecture and light.

I am most inspired by my life as a mother and the beauty in the mundane. As someone who values being fully present with those I love most, I only take on a limited number of weddings per year. This way I can show up and be fully present as your photographer as well as a mother, wife and friend. Creativity and true observation takes focus and intention. Which is not possible while on the verge of burnout every wedding season. 

What couples are saying

"Nikole's energy was beautiful and relaxing the whole day, I loved that she ensured the focus of the day was on me and my husband and the love we shared and not the craziness of a wedding. She got us a sneak peek of over 100 pictures within a week of the wedding and they are all absolutely breathtaking! Not only is she great at her job, but she was also a great person to have be a part of our special day. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for a photographer!”

- Gabby C.

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