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Stefanie & Trevor came over from Bakersfield for their engagement photos at Avila Beach. We started at Sycamore Mineral Springs and ended at the beach. These two are just sweet souls who love to hang out at their family beach house. Which is also where Trevor proposed. These two have been together for nearly eight […]
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San Luis Obispo Family Photographer – Nikkels Photography I can’t believe 2019 has come and past! What a year it was! After reflecting these past couple of weeks, I am just so thankful for each and every family who picked us to document a piece of their story. We seriously get to work with incredible […]
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Megan and Kyle drove up from Southern California for their engagement session at Montana De Oro. We got spoiled with some beautiful warm weather. We chatted about the wedding, our love for travel and food, and laughed a ton along the way. I can’t wait for their Spring Wedding at Ella’s Vineyard! I know it […]
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I was giddy about doing Rachel & Billy’s engagement session at Still Waters Winery in Paso Robles, CA. We had the whole property to ourselves, so we laughed and wandered around the property finding all kinds of beautiful spots! These two are just pure joy to be around! When they aren’t working, they enjoy being […]
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The days are getting shorter, the air is a bit cooler, the kids are back in school, and I can almost taste the first pumpkin spice latte of the season! All this means that it is that time of the year again!! Time for some fresh family photos. It’s a great time to update your […]
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I met up with Taylor and Shawn for their engagement session early on a foggy Sunday morning at Avila Beach, California. It was perfect because the crowds hadn’t arrived, we grabbed a quick mimosa at Custom House beforehand and then explored the little corners of this cozy beach town. But let’s roll back to how […]
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During our trip to New York & Boston, we met up with one of our favorite 2017 couples! Mollie has always wanted photos in Central Park, so we adventured and explored this beautiful park in the big city! They showed us around and we captured their young love. I loved Central Park as there was […]
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Amanda & Eric ventured up to San Luis Obispo for their engagement session before they tie the knot at the gorgeous White Barn in Edna Valley later in the summer. They are just the cutest couple and we had a ball running around with their four-legged baby, Duke. They met in college through mutual friends. […]
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Kaila was just a doll to work with and what better way to celebrate her upcoming college graduation with some photos at the stunning White Barn in Edna Valley. She graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno (My Hometown!) with a double Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology with a minor in peace studies. She then […]
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As I have spent the past couple of weeks sifting through thousands of images picking my favorites from the past year, I am overwhelmed with so much joy! I just want to take a moment and say thank you from the bottom of my heart to each and every family who entrusted me to capture […]
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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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