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Wedding

Destination + Southern California Lifestyle & Wedding Photographer
Nicole & Rodger
Sadaf & Osman
Nikki & Jon
Bailey & Johnny
Nicole & Rodger
Sadaf & Osman
Nikki & Jon
Bailey & Johnny

“Nikki was great at helping us move, laugh, and look natural on camera. On the wedding day, Nikki was great at directing us, our wedding party, and our families to keep things moving and getting all the pictures we wanted while still having fun.“

Words of Love
Nicole & Rodger
Sadaf & Osman
Nikki & Jon
Bailey & Johnny

“Nikki was so amazing during our event, especially when I was really stressing out. When she was taking our photos, she already knew the best spots around our venue. She was so fun to work with, and she became like family at the end of our event. I can’t thank Nikki enough for being such an important part of our day, and I cannot recommend her enough!!“

Testimonials
Nicole & Rodger
Sadaf & Osman
Nikki & Jon
Bailey & Johnny

“Nikki produced excellent photos thanks to her incredible direction. But besides just her talents with the lens, she made us feel wonderful and like we were the hottest shit there was 🔥. She’s incredibly easy to work with, full of energy in a way that frankly even doesn’t make sense, and a wonderful photographer. Don’t hesitate to contact her! If she’s booked on your wedding day just move it.“

Testimonials
Nicole & Rodger
Sadaf & Osman
Nikki & Jon
Bailey & Johnny

“Nikki Hildebrand is an AMAZING photographer who really listens to her clients needs and works to make their individual experience very memorable and fun. The quality of her work is incredible and consistent and she always makes sure that clients look and feel their best during their session. I loved working with Nikki. The photos she captured of my wedding are so special and I can’t wait to work with her again in the future.“

Testimonials

The Wedding Experience

My belief is that every person should be framed in the moments they’ve felt the most loved and cared for.
Destination + Southern California
Lifestyle Wedding Photographer

My Work Style


I thrive on building genuine connections with you, because to me, photography is all about capturing the unique essence of each individual and their relationships. Whether it's a wedding, a family, or casual photoshoot, I believe in creating a comfortable & enjoyable experience for everyone involved.


My goal is to make you feel at ease in front of the camera, so that your true personalities shine through in everyshot.

Tell me your love story

The

Nikki Hildebrand

Wedding Experience


I have structured my wedding experience very intentionally. Everything I offer and recommend is a strategic part of an overall experience that leads to what my Couples ultimately desire:

genuine, timeless and joyful images.

The most intentional aspects of a Nikki Hildebrand Wedding Experience include:

8 HOURS IS BEST

LINKS

ENGAGEMENT SESSON

SECOND SHOOTER

SAME DAY SNEAK PEEKS

BRIDAL & ENGAGEMENT GUIDE

PROFESSIONAL EDITS

I am only taking on 8 weddings for 2024

in order to maintain quality of work and provide a full immersive experience from start to finish

MY COUPLES MAKe PHOTOGRAPHY TRULY THE JOB OF MY DREAMS

Words of Love

Nikki & Lance


I hired Nikki for my wedding as my photographer, turns out we had also met a friend. We had interviewed others but once we talked to Nikki on that first phone call, it all fell into place. She was this bright, bubbly and funny personality that we needed. We knew we HAD to book with her!


Engagement Session: Nikki and Taylor are so fun and easygoing! They really helped us to feel comfortable in front of the camera and gave us little prompts to get us laughing and dancing and smiling. We of course used those photos for our wedding website, invitations, and also displayed a few at the reception.


Wedding Day: They arrived to my hotel room and went to work QUICK! Nikki had sent us a questionnaire about what photos we wanted, so I felt at ease with her doing her thing and not having to direct anything at all. She was so on top of the timeline of the day, and worked with my planner (House of Love Planning), and videographer. In my head I kept thinking, did you all talk together before today or is it always this seamless on the day of?


Throughout the time we were wedding planning, Nikki touched base with us multiple times to talk about the engagement session, our wedding day timeline, specific photos we wanted, and so much more. She did not leave any stone unturned. It was a blessing to have found her and Taylor and we are so, so lucky to call them friends. RUN, don’t walk, to book with her!! You will be so incredibly happy that you did.


The Photo Shop

Envision this....


Your story should be shared.


Your wedding has happened. It was beautiful and everything you dreamed it would be. Instead of just downloading your images to your hard drive and sharing a link with your family and friends, you take it a step further and you invested in a family heirloom keepsake that tells the story of the day you began your life together as husband and wife. Your wedding is literally the beginning of your new family unit! Now, try to fast forward even further and envision yourself sitting in your future living room with your future four year old and he/she is asking questions about when you got married. You look at them and say, “Hold on one minute, ok?” and you grab your wedding album. As you flip through the pages, half of the album in your lap and the other half in theirs.... your child notices aunts, uncles and grandparents celebrating with you on your wedding day. If your future child is anything like mine, they will be in awe of these past pictures. When our daughter, Alice, was six years old, I sat down with her and showed her my wedding album for the first time and she flipped through the pages for half an hour, just taking it all in. I had given her a peek into a part of our story that she hadn’t comprehended yet and it was beautiful. Wedding albums are not just for you, they are for those that come after you. A legacy of your love story! What a beautiful gift to hand down to future generations!

Your Photo Gallery will be linked to fine art photo lab for quality prints and albums

FAQ

Can I take out the second shooter from a package for a discounted rate?

I don't recommend it. Having a second shooter to capture all of the fine details you have put into your day and the emotional moments of your guests is a vital part of having the best wedding experience of your life. I will be heavily focused on you but a second shooter has the ability to be creative and capture those moments going on around you that you will cherish when you look back on it. Your niece twirling, your grandma hugging your father, those are the memories that will compile an overwhelmingly amazing photo gallery and album for you and future generations to look back on and remember with love.

Will you travel for the engagement session?

I am more than willing to travel for engagement sessions! I actually love it when my couples ask me to photograph them in a location that means something special to them! We book engagement sessions typically three to six months in advance and include 50 miles of travel. Travel beyond 50 miles is available with a small travel fee.

FAQ

What is your best tip?

Keep your eyes focused on your partner! If you two are smiling and adoring one another the entire time that makes it so easy for me to capture your love. i know not everyone feels comfortable in front of a camera. I am the person 100%! Saying that I try my best to make it fun and as relaxing as possible. Part of that is due to our relationship we will form leading up to it.

What is your second best tip?

Keep space in your getting ready areas for pictures. Usually the space by the biggest window or area with the most amount of sun light. It is easy to start filling the room with clutter especially with a large bridal party, the room can get out of control. If we need to move things it will take away time from when I should be shooting you. This also goes for a bed shot or couch shot, If you are wanting group pj pics or champaign toasts those areas need to be clean and clear of clutter for the best outcome.

FAQ

How long does it take to receive the final edited photos?

I understand the anticipation of seeing your final photos. My editing process typically takes 7-9 weeks, depending on the volume of images and the complexity of editing required. I may take 7k images and I will then go through each and every image until I cull down only the best ones to tell your love story. I prioritize quality and attention to detail to deliver exceptional images that exceed your expectations.

What happens if the weather is unfavorable on the day of an outdoor shoot?

If the weather doesn't cooperate on the day of your engagement session, we can discuss alternatives such as rescheduling the session or finding an indoor location. We want to ensure the best possible outcome for your photos, and we're flexible in adapting to unforeseen circumstances.

On the day of the wedding most outdoor venues will refer you to a plan b if rain is scheduled but no matter what we will shot all the glorious images and I think couples loving each other in the rain can be fun and romantic. We will go with it no matter the case!

Next Steps

First fill out the inquiry form and then we will have our first consultation.

This is where we get to talk shop and confirm that we are an amazing fit for one another.

Moving forward with reserving your date, a signed contract and non-refundable retainer fee of 50% will be due to officially save your date in my calendar.


If you have questions for me please let me know!



EMAIL: info@nikkihildebrand.com

CELL: 619-792-3413

Cheers to you!

Looking forward to hearing from you

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