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Nikkels Photography, a San Luis Obispo photographer, recaps their Best of 2023 Portraits. Recapping the Best of 2023 Portraits with Nikkels Photography 2023 had us documenting babies coming into this world, couples getting engaged, graduates finishing high school and college, and families coming together to celebrate all kinds of occasions. In numbers: Most popular locations: […]

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California is known for its stunning wildflowers, and when conditions are just right, the state experiences a phenomenon known as the California Wildflower Superbloom. TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE CALIFORNIA SUPERBLOOM A super bloom is a rare event that occurs when an unusually high amount of rainfall and favorable temperatures result in a mass blooming of […]

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Nikkels Photography: Recapping the best of 2022 Portraits and a San Luis Obispo, California Photographer. Family Portraits, Senior Photos, Wedding Photos.

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Family pictures can be tough. Check out three ways to get the perfect family photo from a San Luis Obispo photographer | Nikkles Photography

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September is here, and so are SLO Fall Mini Sessions with Nikkels Photography! Regardless of the season, whether your babies are tiny, big, or furry, this time in your life deserves to be captured! Put down the iPhone and get on the other side of the lens! You don’t want your grandkids to wonder where […]

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Planning on Proposing to the love of your life soon? Awesome! I’m so happy for you both! One big item is that your soon-to-be finance will likely want nice photos of this special moment. So you need to find a photographer. Here are some tips as you begin planning your proposal with a photographer. Find […]

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After living in San Luis Obispo County for over a decade, I have spent countless hours finding the best locations for family photos. Four things I look for when picking a location: ease of parking, safety (no cliffs, poison oak), freedom to run around, and the ability to bring a stroller to carry all the […]

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Time to Plan for your Photo Shoot There are a lot of pieces to put together as you plan for your next photo shoot. You need to find a photographer you’re comfortable with and think of a location. Then you plan outfits, maybe even shop for outfits, make sure your hair and makeup are on […]

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How to Prepare for Your Beach Photoshoot Having your photos taken takes a lot of planning. So if you are preparing for a beach photoshoot, there are some things you need to know! Here are a few tips to help make it easier for everyone. The Weather The weather on the beach can change every […]

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I can’t believe 2021 is done! What a year it was. Now it is time to show you the 2021 Best of Portraits post. So many incredible faces here! My heart is filled with so much gratitude and joy. From first-time parents, college and high school grads, to amazing businesses, we captured it all. Over […]

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I have made it my mission to celebrate the intimate moments in life - big and small. Having your photo taken shouldn’t be stressful, but rather a time to celebrate where you are in life. So I aim to give you clear direction all the while letting your unique personality shine. I strive to be your biggest advocate, cheerleader, and the best third wheel you could ask for.

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