Hi, I'm Nicole Hodgson — a former Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist turned brand photographer in Stockton and Sacramento.
I built my entire career around helping people access the most authentic, powerful version of themselves.
Now I do it with a camera.
I Make You
Feel Seen.
Like It's My Job.
(Because it is. And was.)
MOST CLIENTS SAY IT FEELS LESS LIKE A SHOOT AND MORE LIKE A CONVERSATION WITH SOMEONE WHO ACTUALLY GETS IT.
Being photographed as a grown, accomplished woman can feel surprisingly vulnerable. I know — and I'm trained for exactly that.
As a former Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I know how to create the kind of safety that lets your real personality come through — not a performative version of you, but you at your most magnetic.
Clients from both my therapy and photography work say the same thing: they left feeling more confident than when they arrived. That's not an accident. That's the work.
here to show you what I see.
You Will Forget To Be Nervous.
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EDITORIAL IMAGERY THAT MAKES YOUR MARKETING IMPOSSIBLE TO SCROLL PAST
Commercial Photography
Everything you need to be seen as the leveled-up brand you’ve become
The Signature Branding Session
THE HEADSHOT THAT FINALLY MATCHES YOUR REPUTATION
Professional Headshots
"Before my session I was struggling with my website photos. I previously had stock images that made the whole website feel cold and generic. Since updating my visuals on IG and my website, I have a huge increase in confidence and knowing my worth — I feel more confident to raise my rates and have attracted a lot of new people at this higher rate. Nicole is very warm and will help lead the entire process. Just do it — it's so worth the investment."
- Marisa of Insightful Roots Therapy
I was able to raise my rates and attract new clients at the higher rate
"Having Nicole update my branding photos for my floral business was nothing short of amazing! She put in so much behind the scenes prep work to make sure the session seamless. She is a natural behind the camera and makes her clients feel at ease during shoots. I cannot wait to start using my new branding photos to elevate my floral game."
- Gianna of La Loretta
Nicole truly cares about what she does
"If you’re on the fence about investing in branding photography, I can’t recommend Nicole enough. She has an incredible way of translating vision into imagery, making you feel seen, and bringing your business to life through her lens."
- Kaylee of Bouquet Bleu
Thank you, Nicole, for helping me step into my brand with confidence and grace!
Client Love Notes
A perfectly curated Spotify playlist and a good cup of coffee.
MY LOVE LANGUAGE:
Italy. The food, the culture, the photogenic vibes…I'm mentally there already!
I’D BOOK A FLIGHT TOMORROW TO:
Nancy Meyers films. For the homes, the music, and the woman-in-transition energy.
I CAN’T STOP WATCHING:
Watching women see themselves clearly — maybe for the first time.
OBSESSED WITH:
My craft, my mindset, and yes — a new pair of Madewell jeans.
I’M ALWAYS INVESTING IN:
4/6 Emotional Manifesting Generator. I'm here to initiate, create, and occasionally do it all over again until it's right.
MY PERSONALITY TYPE:
And you might learn a few things about me, too…
If I met you in person…
I'd order us lattes, ask all the questions, and probably planning out your whole shoot in my head.
Brand photographer. Studio owner. And yes — still a mom doing all of this in real time.
I watched my mom spend her life building someone else's dream. She was good at it. She was devoted to it. And she never once complained. But I saw what got quietly set aside in the process — and I never forgot it.
Now I photograph women who decided to build their own. Women who are doing the hard, brave, beautiful work of showing up fully for their families and their ambitions. Women who refused to choose.
And every single day, I'm raising my girls to see that it's always been an option.
Family Is Why I Do It all
Oldest of five. Mom of three. Former Marriage & Family Therapist.
You've Read This Far For A Reason.
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Let's make sure the world sees you the way I already do.
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