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I’m an in-home newborn and family photographer serving Fort Worth, Aledo, and the surrounding areas. Welcome to my blog!

This is where you'll find my photography musings, tips for photography sessions, client session recaps, and more. Stay a while and take a look!

I'm NIKKI CAVINESS.

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SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – THE BUG AND BEE Want to know how to prepare your child for family photos? Luckily, in my second Small Business Spotlight, I want to introduce you to someone that can help. Kate Jennings of The Bug and Bee is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and child and teen therapist. I’ve had […]

5 tips to prepare your child for family photos

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Being a newborn and family photographer in Fort Worth comes with having the confidence to try new things – new poses, new lighting, new ideas. But sometimes those ideas don’t just come to you. I am sharing some places where I find inspiration for photos, and some of them may surprise you! Inspiration in Editorial […]

Where I Find Inspiration for Photos

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Small Business Spotlight – Kirk and Vess One of the best parts of being a newborn and family photographer in Fort Worth is the incredible women that I get to meet. Over the years, I’ve learned that my clients are not only inspirational moms and truly kind people, but many of them are driven and […]

What to Wear for Your Fall Mini Photo Session

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The arrival of your newborn is a huge moment in your family’s life. Those first few weeks are a time of adjustment, bonding, and sleepless nights. Many parents feel rushed to schedule newborn photography sessions within the first two weeks of their baby’s life because that’s when many photographers say they need to happen. I […]

When to Take Newborn Photos – Fort Worth Newborn Photography

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Fall mini sessions – we are getting to that time of year where that’s all photographers are talking about. This year, I am offering up a few different types….but how will you choose? I’m helping you decide which mini session is right for you! You might want a studio mini session if…. You’re so busy […]

Fort Worth Fall Mini Sessions – Which one is for you?

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Once our newborn turns into an infant, they start hitting countless milestones. Rolling over, laughing and smiling, sitting up, and crawling are just a few of the ones we look for. What better way to remember these milestones than with a milestone photography session. I’m going to share with you what Milestone Photography is and […]

Fort Worth Milestone Photography

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I know a lot of people wait for fall to get their family photos done. And I get it – its top of mind because ALL the photographers are talking about it. Its what you typically do that time of year. You need to get that photo for Christmas cards. But can I tell you […]

Why Summer is the Best Time for a Family Photo Session – Fort Worth Family Photographer

Sessions

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One of the most common questions clients wonder about is what to wear for your photo session. The most common trend in photography right now is that neutral prairie dresses are in. But, what if you want something different? What if that doesn’t FEEL like you? I have some other great options for you to […]

What to wear for your photo session: Things you might not consider but should

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In this post, I’ve compiled a list of FAQs about your photography session that you may find helpful. For every client, I set up a phone call to go through my process and pricing. I find that this helps answer any questions my clients have upfront without having to go back and forth over email. […]

FAQs About Your Photography Session

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You know you need to book family photos, but you hesitate. Why? Life gets busy with work, kids’ activities, family time, friend commitments, and you keep putting it off. You know that family photography is an investment. Why is family photography so expensive anyways? And you just know that between your kids and your husband, […]

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