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Looking back at last year and reflecting on all the aspects of owning Nikkels Photography has been a delight. I had the honor to capture so many precious moments with so many people who trusted my vision. Trusted me to preserve particular moments in their life that they want to remember. Below are some of my […]
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Nicole & Adrian decided that this year, their family photos would be taken at the beautiful Monarch Butterfly Grove and continue towards the beach. Since we had gotten some rain the week before their shoot, the grasses started popping up and things were getting greener. Of course, their family isn’t complete without their two lovable […]
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As you wander through the back roads of Paso Robles, California, you find a uniquely placed winery atop the city. Calcareous Vineyards is an absolute gorgeous venue as it sits on top of a hill overlooking the valley into Paso Robles. Alysein and Steve invited their family and closest friends to witness their “I do’s”. […]
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POMAR JUNCTION ~ FAMILY ~ LOVE Alysein and Steve are two people amazing individuals who found love a little later in life. Their story began with a few dogs and a quaint neighborhood. Come to find out, they were nearly neighbors and both loved walking their dogs. As they got to know each other more, […]
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FAMILY ~ LOVE ~ RANCH Sam and Jacob are two very unique people who put God at the center of their marriage. Their wedding day was a true gem to capture. Most of the elements you see were all done by the bride and her family: the flowers, the decorations, the alter, the FOOD, the […]
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BABY BUMP ~ GIGGLES ~ FAMILY I have gotten to know the Lund Family over the last couple of years. I’ve seen Stacey, the mother, carry her firstborn, then I held him at a mere six days old. Now, that little boy is almost two years old and upgrading to big brother. Stacey is almost due […]
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RANCH ~ GOLDENDOODLE ~ SUNSET Aaron and Jody Smith are one of those couples who when you first meet them, they are instantly your friends. I was super excited when Aaron called me about having their family photos done and that their beloved goldendoodle would be joining them. Not only did we have a perfect evening, […]
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HOPE ~ JOY ~ CANCER AWARENESS This eight year old girl was the sweetest and nicest girl I’ve met in a long time, and if you didn’t know her background, you would never know the struggles she has been through. Olivia has survived three cancer diagnoses she had Rhabdomyosarcoma at age 2, Osteosarcoma at age 6 […]
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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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