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A flirtatious & fun Byrd Park Engagement Session with two college sweethearts! Lauren & Tommy met during their junior and senior years of college at Virginia Tech. At the time they were both interns. Little did they know they actually shared a class prior to meeting! I don’t know about you, but to me, it […]
Want to have an absolute blast during your session like Shelly-May & Casey did for their New Kent Winery Engagement Photos? The trick is to just enjoy being in your partner’s company, and also, to relax and be in the moment! It’s true, sometimes the best laughter during an engagement session comes from the most […]
Cindy and Will’s University of Richmond Engagement Portraits are natural, classic, and full of so much joy! Cindy and Will’s love story all began when they met at a small gathering. The get-together was hosted by a mutual friend of theirs. Long story short, that mutual friend of theirs is now going to officiate their […]
As a Richmond Engagement Photographer, I loved shooting Morgan & Matt’s cozy in-home engagement photos! Want to hear a little about their proposal story first? Matt proposed to Morgan on Christmas Eve! The night before Christmas, the couple was taking a walk around their old neighborhood when he popped the question. Morgan happily accepted and […]
Erin & Nathan are a laid-back couple who were searching for a Richmond Engagement Photographer to capture their love story! When Erin and Nathan told me that they are easy-going, laid-back, and love the outdoors I knew for sure that the three of us would totally hit it off! I also knew how important […]
HI SUNSHINE!
I'M NICKI
I see the beauty in imperfect things. As a Christ-follower, faith is central to my life, work, and connections. I am fueled by joy, known for my bubbly and sunny disposition, and always with a warm hug. Imperfect beauty inspires my love for all things vintage, abstract art, and real love stories. I love moments full of grit and emotion; life off the beaten path; stunning views along the shore; and the juxtaposition of New York grunge and laid back Cali-vibe.
As a mother of two, I am very familiar with how quickly life’s most important moments fly by too quickly. I will calmly and seamlessly guide you through frames that will endure. I strive to capture your memories with one-of-a-kind images full of meaning. I cannot wait to connect with you!
I bring all of these elements to my time with my couples. With over a decade of experience in the industry, I know how to gently guide you through poses that are natural and beautiful. The transition into this sentence doesn’t make sense. Throughout your day, you will feel the love from those there to celebrate
you two.
When I’m not photographing weddings, I enjoy long walks in the neighborhood with my husband, my kiddos Tuxie and Sunny, and my labradoodle Hokie.. Also, I am a huge dog-lover! I’m pretty sure heaven is full of dogs. I can’t wait to connect with you, and yes, your pup is always welcome here!
RICHMOND & CHARlottesville WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
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