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By Nicole Hodgson, Stockton Headshot Photographer and Brand Photographer You invested in a brand photography session—now what? Those beautiful new images sitting in your gallery aren’t just for one Instagram post. When used intentionally, they can become your most powerful marketing tool across every part of your business. As a Stockton headshot photographer and brand […]

A heartfelt message from your local Lodi brand photographer One of the most powerful things I’ve learned as a Lodi brand photographer is this: most women don’t struggle with a lack of talent, skill, or passion. What they often wrestle with is the visibility piece. The voice that says,“Am I really the kind of person […]

My 5 Must-Have Tools Used Daily For My Business As a Stockton brand photographer, having the right tools can truly make a difference in how smoothly your business runs and how exceptional your client experience becomes. Over the years, I’ve discovered five essential tools that have become the backbone of my business, helping me stay […]

Sacramento Brand Photography: 5 Ways to Build an Authentic Brand That Attracts Your Ideal Clients As a business owner, your brand is more than just a logo or a color palette—it’s the feeling people get when they interact with you. A strong brand tells a story, builds trust, and attracts your dream clients effortlessly. But […]

Introducing the Heirloom Maker Membership Program for 2025 Family Sessions I’m excited to announce my Heirloom Maker Membership Program will be returning for 2025! This exclusive program is for families who have previously worked with me and loved their experience with Nicole Hodgson Photography. It’s perfect for those who want to keep capturing the beautiful […]

We were so fortunate that my talented friend and Sacramento based photographer, Becca Cuellar of Becca Cuellar Photography drove to Modesto to photograph our Fresh 48 Newborn Photography Session. We quickly dubbed it a Fresh 12, as the session happened within the first 12 hours of our daughter, Gwyneth Joy, joining us at the hospital. […]

I’d like to think that as a family photographer myself, with all of the tips and tricks up my sleeve, my own family sessions would run smoothly—perfect even. What I have learned over the course of the past two years, having over 5 sessions done of our family of four, is that none have gone […]