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I’ve known the Henderson family for a couple of years now and it has been a blast to watch this family grow. So we ventured to a beautiful property, Flying Caballos Ranch, in San Luis Obispo, California earlier this year. Having acres to ourselves meant that we explored many parts of this space including my […]

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Over here day-dreaming of when I can start photographing more amazing families and couples all over San Luis Obispo County! As this pandemic covers the globe, you place your focus on what matters. Number one being FAMILY! The Mendoza Family recently had moved to the Central Coast from Dallas and wanted to document this special […]

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After rescheduling two prior times, we finally got to do this sweet family’s photo session earlier this year! The rain prevented us from getting together, so we were flexible once the weather improved. We need rain here in California! I’ve known this sweet family for a few years as they are our best friends’ family. […]

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We took advantage of the gorgeous Central Coast weather in February for Erica & Curry’s engagement photos. They love the beach, so we ventured to Avila Beach. One of my absolute favorite spots in San Luis Obispo County! As we walked the beach, I got to hear about how these two met, and how their […]

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Gabi & Gareth are two really remarkable human beings. They have both traveled the world and love to experience different cultures and they plan to do even more as a married couple. We had a blast hiking all over Johnson Ranch Trail as the hills were showing off all their green! Afterward, we went out […]

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Julia and Nick came down from San Francisco for a couple of days to meet up with some of their wedding vendors and to do their engagement photos! They wanted a beach, so we picked the coastline right by The Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, California. We later grabbed a drink (I recommend the Margarita) […]

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Lyle & Jacob ventured down from the Bay Area for their engagement session. We kept it classic San Luis Obispo with starting at the Mission and ending at the Madonna Inn. I seriously could not stop laughing during their session! They have been together for nearly nine years. And they can’t wait to tie the […]

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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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As your San Luis Obispo Wedding & Portrait Photographer, 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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