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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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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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So you just scheduled your family photos, now what? You need to figure out what the heck you are going to wear!! I will break it down into a few easy steps on how to pick outfits. Five Easy Steps for Amazing Outfits Look at Your Home Decor We want you to display your family […]
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I know this year wasn’t what we expected it to be, but let’s celebrate a little shall we?! It is time for fall family photos! So here are the details! Sessions are SUPER LIMITED THIS YEAR since I want to keep each family safe and won’t be doing multiple sessions in a day. Current Available […]
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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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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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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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BOXER ~ LOVE ~ TALLEY VINEYARDS Amy and I had been planning her session for months, so when the day finally came I was more than a little excited!! We had a wonderful time hanging out at Talley Vineyards in Arroyo Grande. The property really lends itself well as there is a wide variety of […]
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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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