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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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Mom wears a sequin dress for her family photos. Dad hugs her from behind near a window.

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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

Styling

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Sessions

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, […]

Book Family Photos – Your Hesitations Addressed

newborn photos at home

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Where do your professional photographs live? I would say that, most likely, your family photographs are either living on your phone or your computer. Am I right? I’m going to share why you need to print your photos and how I help all of my clients get that done. You’ve made the investment. Show it […]

4 Reasons to Print Your Photos – Fort Worth Lifestyle Photographer

Tips

motherhood sessions at home

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Tips

As a newborn and family photographer, I’m here to ask if you’ve ever thought about getting a Motherhood Session? You may have heard them called “Mommy and me” sessions, or just “Motherhood” sessions and they are typically held just around the Mother’s Day timeframe. Being a mom is one of the most important jobs you […]

Why You Need a Motherhood Session – Fort Worth Photography

Christmas gift guide for fort worth families

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Its the holiday season, y’all! We have the fireplace on, the Christmas movies on repeat, and all the winter activities for the kids. I’ve pulled together a Christmas Gift Guide for the favorite people in your life, including your favorite Fort Worth family photographer! 😉 to help make this season a little easier for you. […]

Christmas Gift Guide – Fort Worth Photographer

Tips

what to wear for your fall mini session

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Tips

The thing about Fall Mini Sessions…well, there’s a few things. They’re quick. They’re typically scheduled back-to-back. They’re high in demand. And they’re low in inventory. So scheduling your Fall Mini Session and preparing for it can feel stressful. So I’ve pulled together my top 5 tips for a successful fall mini session! Book your session […]

5 Tips for a Successful Fall Mini Session – Fort Worth Family Photographer

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One of the things most of my clients as is about what to wear for their fall mini session. For a successful photo session, there’s a lot more that goes into it than just picking out your favorite outfit. Some fabrics photograph better than others. You want to have some variety in the items you’ve […]

What to Wear for your Fall Mini Session

Tips

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Tips

I don’t know about you, but I don’t do outside during the summer (I mean, you guys know I rarely photograph sessions outside so this shouldn’t come as a surprise!) When the thermometer is pushing 100+, no way do I want to be caught sweating outside. That’s why I’ve pulled together some of our favorite […]

Fort Worth Summer Activities – Fort Worth Family Photographer