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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!

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I'm NIKKI CAVINESS.

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spring in-home family photos

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As spring creeps closer and we say goodbye to the cold temperatures, now’s a great time to plan family photos. A spring in-home photography session is a perfect way to capture your family in a bright, welcoming space. For families in Fort Worth and Aledo, spring brings a welcomed warm-up in temperatures and extra sunshine, […]

How to Prepare for Your Spring In-Home Photography Session

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best location for your family photos in fort worth

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As a Fort Worth family and newborn photographer, I’m often asked to recommend the best photography session locations in the greater Fort Worth area. While there is certainly no shortage of beautiful landscapes or studio spaces in the area, my favorite Fort Worth photography location is the most unique and the most personal: your home. […]

The Best Fort Worth Photo Location

candid moments in newborn lifestyle photography

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Learning how to capture candid moments in photography is an art form that brings authenticity and life to your images. Whether you’re photographing your family’s daily routines or are a professional photographer struggling to create authenticity during your sessions, these tips will help you create natural and timeless photos that truly tell a story. Be […]

10 Tips for How to Capture Candid Moments in Photography

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12 Ways to Display Your Family Photos this Holiday Season

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The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative with your decor. If you’re looking for creative ways to display family photos this holiday season, this guide offers plenty of inspiration to make your home feel warm, personal, and festive. If you’re anything like me, you likely have family photographs hanging on the walls […]

12 Creative Ways to Display Your Family Photos This Holiday Season

unique holiday gifts for fort worth families

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The Only Gift Guide You Need This Holiday Season Finding the perfect gift can feel overwhelming—especially when you want something special, not just another cookie-cutter item. You want something different, thoughtful, and something that fills the recipient with surprise and delight. That’s why I’ve curated this guide of unique holiday gifts for everyone on your […]

The Ultimate Gift Guide: Unique Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

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nursery design trends for 2025

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A Note from Nikki: I’m so excited to bring you this blog post today about 2025 Nursery Design Trends, featuring insights from interior designer and owner of Fount House (and an interior client of mine!), Chelsea McGraw. Her eye for design is refined yet functional, especially for families with young children, and I’m thrilled to […]

2025 Nursery Design Trends | Fort Worth Newborn Photographer

what to wear for fall family photos

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Are you trying to choose your family’s outfits for your fall photo session in Fort Worth? It can be hard to know what pieces are on trend and photograph well. Here I’m going to share some trends so you know exactly what fall outfits will be best for your family photos! Layered Neutrals Neutral tones […]

Fall Photo Session Outfit Trends

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authentic family photo session in fort worth texas

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When you look at your family photos, what do you want to see? Whether your family photos are hanging on the walls of your home, preserved in an album, or featured on your annual holiday card, your family photos should capture more than just a picture-perfect snapshot. You want family photos that feel like you! […]

How to Create Family Photos That Feel Like You

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Whether you’re about to welcome your first baby or your third, one important step to prepare for the birth of your little one involves packing a bag for your stay at the hospital or birth center! The internet is full of suggestions when it comes to what items are must-haves for mama and baby for […]

What to Pack: Hospital Bag Checklist

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Congratulations! You’re expecting a little one! Planning for your baby’s arrival is such an exciting and busy time in your life, and while I specialize in helping you cherish this time through in-home newborn photography, it’s also important to me to serve you beyond what I do with a camera in my hands. As a […]

Newborn Essentials: Mama-Approved Baby Gear