I am always wowed every single time with all of my beautiful clients, and this girl was no exception. She simply amazed me with her nature and graceful beauty. I wish I had been this gorgeous and non-awkward when I was 16, ha! We had such a blast exploring the incredible Crystal Cove State Park with her […]

I wrote the following words over a year ago, when I made the 2,000 mile trek from my homeland to a new land. I was scared. I didn’t know what would come of our new lives, and boy were we unprepared for what God has brought us through. I’m still scared, if I’m being honest. […]

Do you ever wonder if anyone cares about the things that have happened to you? Do you ever wonder if anyone would be interested in hearing what you’ve learned from experiences in life? Do you ever tell yourself, “No one would understand me….?” If you’re like most young girls and women, then the answer to […]

Ahhhh, this girl is a BLAST. Let me tell you. If you want to feel free, confident, happy, and overall in a better mood, just rent-a-Nicole for the day!!! …Okay just kidding. (Wouldn’t that be hilarious if you could actually rent a person to lift your spirits?! I mean I think they call those psychiatrists […]

My engagement shoot with Josh and Kayla was the perfect mixture of hilarious fun and dreamy romance. They’re both goofy and love to laugh together, and they clearly share a deep friendship and love. It was so great getting to pull out both sides in their photos. We went to Santiago Oaks Regional Park in […]

  As I’ve been settling into southern California more and getting more closely involved in our church with my husband, I’ve had the immense joy of meeting some great new friends. Summer happens to be one of them, and I was thrilled when she agreed to have an afternoon together taking some portraits and exploring […]