Documentary & Editorial Wedding and family Photographer Serving Illinois, Wisconsin & Destinations Beyond
Non-traditional, nostalgic photography for weddings, families, and love stories that feel like home.
Marriage,
the good old days,
and everything in between
I’m a Midwest-based wedding and family photographer serving Illinois, Wisconsin, and beyond. I work with open-book couples and families who want an experience that dives beneath the surface — creatively and through connection.
Now Booking 2026 & 2027
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2025 Portrait Books Closed
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Now Booking 2026 & 2027 + 2025 Portrait Books Closed +
Hi, I’m Nicole
Photography has never just been a career for me — it’s something that’s been passed down, a generational gift. My dad grew up developing film in his childhood basement darkroom, and I grew up surrounded by his and my grandpa’s cameras — boxes of film gear older than both of us, and that quiet kind of magic that happens when light hits a moment just right.
Those early memories taught me that photos aren’t just photos. They’re proof — that we were here, that we loved, that it mattered.
Now, I carry that same heart into every wedding and family I photograph. My work lives somewhere between documentary and editorial — honest, intentional, and nostalgic. I want your photos to be beautiful, of course — but mostly, I want them to feel like home.
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How to work with me
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No matter where your wedding day takes you — whether it’s an intimate celebration tucked away in Northwestern Illinois, a full-day story that runs from getting ready to the last song, or a destination weekend under the stars — your experience with me will always be about more than just photos.
I’ll be there for the road trip detours, the quiet moments before the ceremony, and the chaos that hits once everyone finds the dance floor. I’m not just here to take pretty pictures — I’m here to document your story. The real, loud, emotional, in-between parts that you’ll still talk about years from now.
Because when you look back someday, I don’t want you to just see what it looked like — I want you to feel it all over again.
Local wedding photography services begin at $3,950.00 (most couples spend $4,595.00) — to view my full wedding pricing guide, click here.
All inclusive wedding photography & travel services begin at $7,595.00 — to view my full travel wedding pricing guide, click here.
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Engagement sessions aren’t just about pretty photos — they’re about the two of you. The quirks, the laughter, the way you naturally fall into each other’s rhythm. It’s our chance to shake off any nerves, chase some golden light, and hang out like friends — I just happen to have a camera in hand.
These sessions are meant to feel real, relaxed, and true to you. The kind of photos that remind you what this season feels like, not just what it looked like.
All local wedding collections include a complimentary engagement session — a warm-up before the big day and a little glimpse into how we’ll work together when it matters most.
Engagement photography sessions begin at $500.00 — to view my pricing on engagement sessions, head here.
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Family sessions with me are less “look at us” and more “this is us.” I’m here for the real stuff — the belly laughs, the messy hair, the quiet in-betweens, and the kind of chaos that somehow feels like home.
Connection over perfection, always. These sessions are about honest storytelling — the kind that lets you remember your people exactly as they are in this season of life. Because years from now, it’s the little things you’ll want to hold onto — the way your kid’s hand fit in yours, the freckles that summer gave them, the sound of everyone laughing at once.
Family photography sessions begin at $500.00 — to view my full family pricing guide, click here.
Get the same timeline builder I use to plan every wedding I photograph
Since 2016, I’ve used one tool to plan every wedding I photograph — built around real light, presence, and the moments that matter most.
The Wedding Timeline Builder automatically creates a full, realistic schedule around your ceremony, first look, and golden hour — so your day runs seamlessly without feeling rushed.
Every NKP couple gets access to the full editable version inside their wedding package. You can also purchase it separately in my shop below.