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Space Trucker, I’ve Landed On Amtrak.

February 2, 2020 by Nicole Caldwell

You are in your bath tub, and instead of water, two seats, and curtains to your right and left, and your bathroom has a window- outside that window is movie screen, playing landscapes of California. It’s like Instagram stories in 3D no scrolling or skipping necessary the landscape changes automatically for you, Colorful graffiti wall, cows in open pasture, industrial spaces. Now you know what’s its like to travel in a roomette. Book your ticket. #thisisnotapaidad It’s private and has […]

Categories: personal projects, space trucker • Tags: amtrak, space trucker

San Francisco City Hall Wedding – On Lucky Friday the 13th

January 18, 2020 by Nicole Caldwell

SAN FRANCISCO, CA… “Sposa bagnata, sposa fortunata,” – A wet bride is a lucky bride, according to the Italians, fitting for this Friday the 13th wedding on the wet steps of the San Francisco City Hall.  Giulia the bride is Italian, and know the phrase quite well, she believes it, so I believe it.

Categories: Destination Weddings, personal projects, Weddings • Tags: wedding, weddings

Beatty Nevada, Gateway to Death Valley

January 11, 2020 by Nicole Caldwell

Beatty, NEVADA… A small town  Located HWY 95 and Sate Route 374, this is a small town great for staying in while visiting Death Valley National Park

Categories: personal projects • Tags: death valley

Classic Portraiture and Movement in the Studio

December 19, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

I love a classic portrait, in a studio environment. Shaping the light, fashion fan and formal long dresses.

Categories: families, personal projects • Tags: classic portraiture family photography, familes, family

Making of a film Print

December 11, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

Peyton’s bridal portrait, photographed in 4×5 film in the studio. The Negatives My perfect workspace- no heart foam lattes or macbook pro Darkroom developing trays The print! More 4×5 film images Husband came to support and also drink Rose’. Thanks you two, for supporting the art of film and print. “Print your f$%^ing work… otherwise it’s just a fleeting glimpse on the insta carousel… and what’s the point of that…” #printyourwork – Craig Flemming

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Ode to the 70’s photographed on 35mm film

December 7, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

Tiffany loves the 70’s.  We shot this series on Dubble Bubblefilm, which is hand tinted and “has been pre-exposed to achieve their unique effects. “

Categories: families, film, personal projects • Tags: families, family, film

To The Moon

December 5, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

“I absolutely love your photos. As always you nailed it.  Thank you so much” – Kat In the studio for a vintage paper moon black and white photoshoot. Behind the Scenes on the Set      

Categories: families, personal projects • Tags: families, family

Go to Australia

November 21, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

I fell in Love with Australia. I was lucky enough to document a wedding full of love, and able to do a bit of sight seeing too. The Russel Hotel is a small boutique hotel in the historic Rocks located in Circular Quay. There is a small winding hallway, and if you get thirsty, there is a classy pub on the first level. You can see the Opera house, and it’s a nice walk along the waters edge to it. […]

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Space Trucker I’ve landed at Roy’s

November 5, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

Roy’s in Amboy. They are having a sign restoration lighting November 16th. It’s a fun road trip. Get your kicks.

Categories: drone, personal projects, space trucker • Tags: drone, drone pilot, space trucker

Mademoiselle | Boudoir

October 25, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

Categories: boudoir, personal projects • Tags: boudoir

Space Trucker I’ve Landed at the Apple Boulders

October 22, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

A LA MODE, CA… The Apple Boulders Roadside attraction along Highway 74 in Southern California.  The rock art was The painted by artist Neil Larson, in 1983.

Categories: drone, personal projects, space trucker • Tags: drone, drone pilot, space trucker

Miss Independent

October 15, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

“Don’t you want to be in the family photos” “No thanks, I’m good right here.” #missindependent

Categories: personal projects

1930’s wedding Vibe | Yost Theater

September 28, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

From the Designer Libby Martin “The cake and the moon were designed especially for this Shoot. Some of the items are actual pieces from the 20’s and 30’s. The theme is a 1930’s Classic Hollywood Nightclub.  It took place in a 100 year old theater and the shoot was designed around the theater’s details. The couple is actually married and were very excited to have a type of second wedding.” Dragonfly Events OC Coordinator/Planner Libby Martin   Paper Moon Shoppe […]

Categories: personal projects, Weddings • Tags: wedding, weddings

Space Trucker, I’ve landed at the Salt Flats, Utah

September 23, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

  Adventures with Space Trucker, in the stunning Salt Flats of Utah. Iv’e landed in the salt, now where’s my margarita.  

Categories: drone, personal projects • Tags: drone, space trucker

Life on the Ranch, family photo shoot, with an editorial vibe

September 15, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

“Nicole! Every single image is amazing. I love that you captured us just the way we are. Of all the times we’ve taken pictures as a family these are the ones I will truly cherish forever. You are truly gifted <3"- Talyor No Stress.  Let you hair down, let the kids be kids, dirty faces, feet, clothes.  Be Relaxed.  This photoshoot was with my wedding clients Taylor and Spencer whose weedding I shot in San Francisco, and no catching up three kiddos later.  We shot this on location at their almond farm in North Central California

Categories: families, personal projects • Tags: families, family

#PetParents Studio Portraits

September 4, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

pet parentsFirst Time pet parents Lindsay and Kyle came to the studio to celebrate the new member of the family, Emma!  #Petparents It was great, Pet Dad Kyle, showed up with Emma’s dog bed, 5 of her toys, her lease, doggy bags,  and plenty of treats.  

Categories: dogs, families, personal projects • Tags: families, family, pet parents

#getnoticed Photos for BMG advertising

August 27, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

With a new hashtag and new look for the website, for Newport Beach based advertising group BMG came into the studio to create some new a fresh headshots.   I love creating GIFS for my clients, they are so fun and great for social media. When reading Kelsie’s featured bio on the new website- it stated she drinks 1 gallon of water a day- so I asked her to bring the water jug as a prop for the shoot.  I […]

Categories: corporate, Headshots, personal projects • Tags: headshots

Photogenic Laguna Beach Wedding Venue, Seven Degrees

August 21, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

  Thank you Nicole! You did an AMAZING job making us look so comfortable and happy! –Trang and Mustafa I have been shooting weddings at [seven-degrees] for some time now- and I LOVE this venue.  Excited to share this real wedding of Trang and Mustafa. Second Photographer Kip Roof

Categories: Laguna Beach Weddings, personal projects, Seven Degrees Weddings, Weddings • Tags: seven degrees, wedding, weddings

Bombay Beach Drive in Salton Sea

August 10, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

A photo safari out to Bombay Beach, Salton sea. Artists gather for the Bombay Beach Biennale, and leave behind permanent art installations, a Drive In Movie Theater, Opera House, and Pirate Ship. If you get thirsty, You can visit the Ski Inn, It’s World Famous, The lowest Bar in the Western Hemisphere. More info on Bombay Beach Biennale Click here for a personalized Bombay Beach postcard from me.

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Orange County Family Photography Studio

August 3, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

More and More clients are coming to the studio for portraits. It’s nice to see the appreciation of classic portraits resurfacing.
We can control lighting, temperature, and the best part- no other people around to distract or get in your photos.
The studio environment is far from “stuffy” it is relaxed, fun, and air conditioned.

Categories: families, personal projects • Tags: families, family, studio

Maternity Photography Studio | Orange County

July 31, 2019 by Nicole Caldwell

Classic Maternity portraiture in a relaxed, private studio, with plenty of glamour wind of course

Categories: maternity, personal projects • Tags: maternity

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I was referred to Nicole from another photographer who spoke very highly of her and boy, he did not disappoint! Nicole has an incredible talent, a unique eye, and just one of the best personalities! I immediately fell in love with her and her adorable studio in Orange, CA. We discussed the wedding and she got to know both my husband and I, our story, our personalities, and we became instant friends. My husband is not always the best in […]

― A Lindsay- Destination Wedding Greece

A Real Person, A True Artist. We loved Nicole‘s work the minute we saw it in a sample album at our wedding venue. When we met her for the first time it was so evident that she truly loves her craft. Nicole cares about her work, and she made it a point to get to know us so that the end product would be something we would appreciate. She is a true professional who infused her vision with what we […]

― Ashley- 7 degrees Laguna Beach

Nicole did an incredible job covering our wedding! She is a very gifted photographer, our photos are beautiful! She was so fun to work with, and she really went above and beyond to make us feel special. The wedding photos are so unique, artistic, and they truly capture the essence of our wedding. The photo shoots she gifted us were so much fun, they were a great bonding experience, and we’ll never forget them. We highly recommend Nicole, and we […]

― Ben & Sarah Laguna Beach bride showing peace sign seven degrees wedding photographer laguna beach sparkler sendoff

Nicole is INCREDIBLE. I worked with her when I was a wedding coordinator at a venue in Laguna Beach. She was always so professional, easy to work with and so creative. When I got engaged, we reconnected and she was the perfect choice for our special day. She did an incredible engagement shoot that we are crazy about, and have the most amazing pictures that captured our all time favorite memory because of her special eye. If you want unique […]

― Cayla & Brady Destination Wedding Portland

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