What is it about having children that makes time pass at warp speed? My mama heart knows how your babies change in the blink of an eye. I am here to capture those moments you want frozen in time, highlighting those special details about your family you want to remember forever. Those perfectly imperfect moments that are equal parts beautiful and feel like home.

Joyful. Natural.
Tender-Hearted Moments.

As an on-location natural light, lifestyle photographer specializing in newborns, maternity and family sessions, I understand the importance of celebrating each season of your life. And I am here to capture those memories. I am based out of Stockton, California and serve the greater San Joaquin County and surrounding areas, including Lodi, Galt, Tracy, Manteca, Ripon and am available for travel in Northern California.

Celebrate

Nicole is a Stockton, California based lifestyle, family photographer who specializes in authentically capturing the beautiful connection you share with your family. Nicole harnesses beautiful light in gorgeous locations to create an enjoyable session experience that showcases your family’s natural and joyful connections.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist and mother of three young children, Nicole prides herself on building lasting relationships and helping make you and your family feel comfortable in front of the camera. Nicole understands the importance of capturing these precious and fleeting moments as organically as possible to be valued for years to come.


A mama & wife with a passion for celebrating beautiful moments By Capturing them for all time.

About Nicole

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Located in Stockton, CA, my photography services are available in Lodi, San Joaquin County, Elk Grove and for travel in Northern California.

- Natalie P.

"With other family photographers I always had a hard time getting in contact with them to schedule the appointments and once I scheduled with them I never heard from them again until the day of the session. When booking with Nicole she was prompt to respond and helped coordinate the theme of the photography session, from the location to the clothing. Nicole has such a sweet presence about her and makes everyone in the family feel comfortable. I can't wait to use her again!"

- LEANNE W.

"Our images by far exceeded my expectations! At the shoot, I could envision how lovely the photos would look, but when we received them I was blown away. The moments the girls and I shared were captured beautifully, and the girls' individual personalities shone through in every image."  

- dina l.

"I would give it the highest rating I could. As a mom, or at least for me personally, my biggest fear is my kids just not cooperating. I love how Nicole worked around all the kid's personalities and all of their moods. I loved the booking process. It was so detailed, and everything you were looking for information-wise was listed right in front of you. I have never printed out all my pictures from a shoot and I did with this session!"

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