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PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE DREAMERS, THE FREE SPIRITS, THE ONES WHO FIND BEAUTY IN THE QUIET.
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• hey y'all! •
I'm Nicole! I'm a wedding and elopement photographer with a passion for authentic, quiet moments between two people in love.
I'm Southern-bred and Chicago-based, which means I know how to drive in the snow but I'm picky about my biscuits and fried chicken. On any given evening, you will almost definitely find me on my couch with a cup of hot tea, working on a crossword puzzle and watching Parks and Rec reruns.
I'm all about capturing moments for couples who love classic elegance but aren't afraid to be slightly unconventional. Who know that style and simplicity can co-exist. Who are a little bit old-school, and a little bit adventurous.
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Iliana & Jamie
My husband and I are so grateful to Nicole for shooting our wedding as well as our engagement photos. Before meeting Nicole we planned on meeting with several photographers to decide on which was the best fit. After we met Nicole, there was absolutely no doubt in our minds that she was the one. She is such a sweet and caring person and the most talented photographer anyone can ask for. She listens to what you have to say and doesn't write it off. We are STILL looking at our photos in amazement!! Her eye for photography and beauty is incredible, she really makes magic happen with her camera:)
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Hannah & Pat
Words absolutely cannot describe how much we truly love Nicole. Not only is she a brilliant and incredibly talented photographer, but she is selfless, sweet, and instantly becomes the one part of your special day you didn’t know you couldn’t live without. I cannot begin to imagine our wedding day again without Nicole by our side, capturing our best moments while sincerely being an outstanding friend. We couldn’t have chosen a better photographer who not just gave us the perfect photos but the most perfect memories as well. We will be returning customers for the rest of our lives.
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HUAN & QUENTIN
Working with Nicole was such a pleasure! Her experience and expertise really put us at ease during the whole process from our initial walk-through to the big day. She was sweet, patient, creative, and a really fun person to work with. The photos really captured the intimacy of the wedding while highlighting the fact that it was a destination wedding in Chicago. We highly recommend working with Nicole and now have amazing photos to treasure for the rest of our lives.
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Marcella & Alex
Nicole made us feel incredibly comfortable in front of the camera, helping pose us naturally in non-cheesy ways that looked great in our final photos. She is very personable and upbeat, and her energy rubbed off on us during our shoots. Not only were our photos fantastic, but Nicole also sent us some really sweet gifts throughout the process. Those touches were so unexpected but so appreciated, and it goes to show that Nicole doesn't view us solely as clients but as real people. We cannot recommend Nicole enough! Book her as your photographer!
"My husband and I took a trip to Chicago for our anniversary and we booked a photo session with Nicole while we were there. Nicole was so wonderful to work with and we really enjoyed our session! She created such a comfortable environment and made it easy to get lost in the moment with the one you love. The photos she delivered were so amazing and it has been hard to pick a favorite(s)! Nicole is a very talented photographer and I would recommend her to anyone."
Brittany & Justin
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Marcelle & Scott
"Hiring Nicole for our anniversary session was one of the BEST decisions we've ever made! The entire process was seamless and professional from initial contact, to the session, and following up afterward. Her warm personality made us instant friends and during the session she created a comfortable and enjoyable experience for my husband and I. The photos turned out even more beautiful than we could have imagined, and are such a treasure to celebrate our marriage! Nicole goes above and beyond in every way."
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"Nicole and I had an amazing shoot in Paris. I had met her for only a few minutes before we started shooting, and it was love at first sight! We clicked so well and she helped so much with posing my boyfriend and I, and making us feel as comfortable as possible. We were super nervous as it was our first time getting our pictures done together, but we had a blast and she captured us and our personalities perfectly. I have never been more impressed and happier with photos in my life! If you're looking for a fun, outgoing photographer who will capture you as YOU and make you feel beautiful, you've found your girl. I seriously couldn't say better things about her. Thank you Nicole for giving us photos we'll cherish forever! We LOVE YOU!"
Kennedy & Ty
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My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a more talented, knowledgeable, caring, and most down to earth photographer! Nicole literally made our engagement photoshoot the best experience and we couldn’t wait for our big day! Nicole takes the time to go above and beyond in her work, to make every shot the best and to also make you feel comfortable. Our wedding pictures were spectacular and breathtaking. We appreciated Nicole going and exploring beautiful scenery to give us her input on places for our photo shoot. I truly recommend Nicole to be your photographer- hands down the best!
Adriana & Richard
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Iliana & Jamie
"There is absolutely no one else I would have rather done my engagement pictures than Nicole. She is amazingly talented, funny, genuine, and professional! We felt comfortable and confident the entire session. I HIGHLY recommend Nicole to anyone that wants to see the true emotion you feel for your significant other in your pictures. Love her!"
• details •
I'm based in Chicago and I'm in Paris 4 times a year, but I'm always ready and willing to travel to wherever else you are or want to be! So whether you're in Chicago, elsewhere in the US, or abroad, I've got an option for you!
Click below based on the location for your session/wedding to get some initial deets then head down to the contact section and let's start chatting!
• Chicago Sessions & weddings •
Engagements & ANNIVERSARIES
Intimate Weddings
ELOPEMENTs
All purchases include an online gallery of edited, high resolution digital files and a print release.
Full Weddings
Starting at $500
Starting at $1300
Starting at $2200
8-hour coverage starting at $4000
• US Sessions & Weddings •
Engagements & ANNIVERSARIES
Intimate Weddings
ELOPEMENTs
All purchases include an online gallery of edited, high resolution digital files and a print release.
Full Weddings
Starting at $500
Starting at $1300
Starting at $2200
8-hour coverage starting at $4000
November 4-7 || Phoenix
December 22-January 1 || D.C., RVA, Williamsburg
I love to travel and being able to capture memories for clients in new settings!
Wherever your location, I do offer special discounts if you schedule your session to line up with my already-planned travel dates (see below). I also have special discounts specifically for engagement & anniversary sessions so inquire to hear about those!
Prices listed below are service prices only. Your actual all-in cost will increase based on your location. Contact me with your location (or dream location!) for a custom quote.
my travel
• overseas Sessions & Weddings •
September 15-19 || Paris
All purchases include an online gallery of edited, high resolution digital files and a print release.
I love to travel and being able to capture memories for clients in new settings! I'm in Paris 4 times a year, but I'm always excited to visit new places!
Wherever your location, I do offer special discounts if you schedule your session to line up with my already-planned travel dates (see below). I also have special discounts specifically for engagement & anniversary sessions so inquire to hear about those!
Though they do include travel and accommodations, the packages listed below are base prices encompassing a few select locales. The actual cost of your event may increase depending on your specific location and needs. Contact me with your location (or dream location!) for a custom quote.
January 26-31 || Paris
Engagements & ANNIVERSARIES
Intimate Weddings
ELOPEMENTs
All-in cost starting at $2200
All-in cost starting at $3500
All-in cost starting at $5000
