Author Archives: Nicole Caldwell

The Magic Silver Show Exhibition | Space Trucker’s Descent

October 15, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

Thrilled to share that Space Trucker Descent was selected for exhibition at the Clara M. Eagle Gallery’s Magic Silver Show! This darkroom-printed film collage found its coordinates among an inspiring group of photographic artists — honored to be part of this beautiful space. Director’s Statement:The University Galleries and the Department of Art & Design at Murray State University are pleased to presentThe Magic Silver Show: The Elena Diane Curtis Juried Photography Exhibition 2025. This exciting exhibitionwill again represent much of […]

Categories: film, personal projects, space trucker • Tags: exhibitions, film, space trucker

Dad’s favorite day of the year- Family Portrait day!

October 12, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

Laguna Beach, CA… Family photography day, Dad’s favorite day of the year! Golden hour power in the sand, celebrating Harper’s 6th birthday. Lucky to have a great lighting assistant / model with big brother too.

Categories: families • Tags: families, family

Laguna Beach City Hall Wedding | 35mm film & Fuji Mix!

October 2, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

LAGUNA BEACH, CA… Love me some 35mm film! Congrats to these lovers, who tied the knot on a Friday afternoon at Laguna Beach City Hall. After signing the papers, everyone strolled past the fire station to the Water District, where they celebrated with family and friends under the big trees and the backdrop of the beautiful Spanish-style building. Planner Dragonfly events

Categories: Weddings • Tags: wedding, weddings

Golden hour on 35mm Kodak gold Film | Laguna Beach Engagement session

September 17, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

LAGUNA BEACH, CA… To go along with the monochrome post- we gotta sprinkle in some color! The engagement session Shot with the Nikon FG on kodak 35mm film – grain and soft manual focus- DREAMY. Special thanks to these lovers for going in the water, and getting sandy.

Categories: engagements, personal projects • Tags: engaged, engagements

Laguna Beach Engagement Session | Monochrome, Movement & Warm Water!

September 9, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

LAGUNA BEACH, CA… Monochrome Magic Hour! Ok I know what you are thinking it’s golden hour… what about the colors, but I love a strobe and Black and white look. As you know, My favorite photographer is Weegee the famous- known in the 40’s for his journalistic images. Thank you to Julia & Corbin for going for it.

Categories: engagements • Tags: engaged, engagements

Love at the Laguna Hills Courthouse on 35mm film

September 6, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

LAGUNA HILLS, CA… Married on a Thursday & the wedding was captured on 35mm film at the Laguna Hills Civic Center, with fur babies in attendance!

Categories: film, Weddings • Tags: 35mm film, film 35mm film, weddings

Golden Hour Maternity Photography in Laguna Beach

September 4, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

LAGUNA BEACH, CA… Golden hour at Laguna Beach is the perfect time for maternity photos—soft light, stunning ocean views, and fun. I keep things simple, natural, and relaxed so your photos feel like you, just with a sunset glow. Think timeless maternity photography to begin your family heirloom album

Categories: maternity • Tags: crystal cove maternity sessions, maternity

Borrego Springs Night Sky Timelapse: Capturing the Milky Way Under a Black Moon

August 31, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

Under the black moon in Borrego Springs, the night sky opened up in a way that felt well, magical. From 9 pm to 6 am,. The resulting timelapse reveals the slow sweep of the Milky Way across the horizon.

Categories: personal projects • Tags: astrophotography

Orange County Family Photographer | Little Rock Star Session

August 28, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

ORANGE COUNTY, CA… This Orange County family rocks—especially their talented little one on drums and guitar, bringing laughter and energy to every moment.- Boy did I have fun in the mosh pit.

Categories: families • Tags: families, family

Huntington Beach Pier Family Photographer | Golden Hour FUN

August 24, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA… Golden hour at Huntington Beach means relaxed family photos—skipping in the surf, letting your hair down, and laughing all the way. I aim to capture real, playful moments that feel natural (and yes, of course sandy). Memories you’ll actually want to hang on your wall. It’s the EXPERIENCE. and Yes you will still have sand on your car years later, hourglass!

Categories: families • Tags: families, family

Part Botanical, Part Couture- now showing at DECODE Gallery

August 22, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

TUCSON AZ… My darkroom film print collage, Anthrophilia MCI is featured in Minimalism, a group exhibition at Decode Gallery in Tucson Now through August 30th The work explores form and contrast through film-based processes and collage. The exhibition highlights diverse approaches to minimalism from a range of contemporary fine art photography artists.

Categories: film, personal projects • Tags: exhibitions, film

Birthday Magic in the Studio – Charlotte Turns 5!

August 20, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

ORANGE COUNTY, CA… We had a blast celebrating Charlotte’s 5th birthday in the photo studio! With twirls, wardrobe changes, a giant number 5 balloon, and five balloons tied to her hair, she lit up the space with her big personality and joyful energy. Every moment was full of color, fun, and the many adorable faces of Charlotte. A milestone to remember.

Categories: families, kids • Tags: families, family

From Masterpieces to Brain Freezes: Junior Art Show Served with a Splash

August 15, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

ORANGE, CA… The Junior Art Show at the Photo Studio was a rad celebration of creativity, featuring over 23 talented young artists showcasing sculpture, paintings, and drawings. Guests cooled off with sweet treats from the Pop Sizzle Carts, serving all-natural sugar delights in piña colada, blueberry, and strawberry flavors, plus a dazzling sugar charcuterie board crafted by my Mom. For the grown-ups, My Mom also poured her legendary secret-recipe sangria. A huge thank you to Eric Stoner for the profesh install, the artists, their families, and all the art lovers who joined us to celebrate—gallery is open by appointment and will be open Sunday, August 23rd, from 11–4!

Categories: families • Tags: families

COLLAGING TIME Now showing at Covet Art Gallery

August 10, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

OCEANSIDE, CA… “Collaging Time” is now showing at Covet Art Gallery in Oceanside, California. This mixed media video installation transforms handmade silver gelatin prints into moving images, weaving analog film techniques with contemporary AI aesthetics. Part of Covet’s ongoing exploration of experimental art REMIX.

Categories: film • Tags: exhibitions, film

Youth Art Show Opening Reception August 2 5-7 p.m.

August 1, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

ORANGE, CA… Come celebrate creativity at our Kids Art Show on August 2nd from 5–7 p.m. at The Photo Studio with over 23 artists! Enjoy amazing drawings, sculptures, and paintings made by talented young artists.Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled evening of art and smiles. With Special guest Pop Sizzle Cart! Featured Artists: Adelyn S., Ainsley B., Banks M., Blaine P., Britton M., Elleanor L., Elin W., Hannah W., Hazel N., Isabell J., Jack W., Lincoln L., Nora T., Ollie V., Palmer G., Pascal N., Penny J., Poppy G., Quinn J., Saylor S., Shelby P., Simon V., Skye S., Revel O.

Categories: kids • Tags: kids

At Comic‑Con, the Phoenix II Rises: Analog Storytelling on New 35 mm Film

July 29, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

SAN DIEGO, CA… The new phoenix 35mm Film gave Comic-Con the cinematic chaos it deserves. And honestly, nothing makes you feel more artistic than not knowing if any of your shots came out. Stay nerdy. Stay analog. I stood behind a Jedi in line for a panel about serial killers. Which brings me to the real highlight: The Dexter panel. It did not disappoint. I took the Amtrak down and with people in Cosplay-felt as if I was in the […]

Categories: film, personal projects • Tags: 35mm film, film

Modeling Portfolio Headshots

July 26, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

ORANE COUNTY, CA… In the photography studio with Carly for her modeling portfolio headshots showcasing her new parisian Haircut- which she got while on vacation in France!

Categories: commercial, Headshots • Tags: headshots, modeling

Anthrophilia Blooming: A Dive into Darkroom Alchemy at the Irvine Fine Art Annual

July 22, 2025 by Nicole Caldwell

IRVINE, CA… Catch Anthrophilia , now blooming at the Irvine Fine Art Annual, where my piece is part of a dynamic group show. The exhibit runs until August— More info and tickets here.

Categories: film • Tags: exhibitions, film

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Author Archives: Nicole Caldwell

The Magic Silver Show Exhibition | Space Trucker’s Descent

Dad’s favorite day of the year- Family Portrait day!

Laguna Beach City Hall Wedding | 35mm film & Fuji Mix!

Golden hour on 35mm Kodak gold Film | Laguna Beach Engagement session

Laguna Beach Engagement Session | Monochrome, Movement & Warm Water!

Love at the Laguna Hills Courthouse on 35mm film

Golden Hour Maternity Photography in Laguna Beach

Borrego Springs Night Sky Timelapse: Capturing the Milky Way Under a Black Moon

Orange County Family Photographer | Little Rock Star Session

Huntington Beach Pier Family Photographer | Golden Hour FUN

Part Botanical, Part Couture- now showing at DECODE Gallery

Birthday Magic in the Studio – Charlotte Turns 5!

From Masterpieces to Brain Freezes: Junior Art Show Served with a Splash

COLLAGING TIME Now showing at Covet Art Gallery

Youth Art Show Opening Reception August 2 5-7 p.m.

At Comic‑Con, the Phoenix II Rises: Analog Storytelling on New 35 mm Film

Modeling Portfolio Headshots

Anthrophilia Blooming: A Dive into Darkroom Alchemy at the Irvine Fine Art Annual