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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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Professional photography is expensive. It is an investment. Some may even consider it a luxury. But when you break it down, what are you REALLY paying for when you hire a photographer? I’m going to share what you’re getting when you invest in professional family or newborn photography. Education Your photographer should regularly be investing […]

Why is professional photography expensive?

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preparing your home for photos

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There are so many reasons why family photos at home are the best…..I could go on and on about how photos are magically more relaxed in the comfort of your own home, and how you have easy access to anything your kids might need, and how you don’t have to pack up your kids and […]

Preparing Your Home for Family Photos – Fort Worth Photographer

front porch photo during their at home family photography session

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With spring temperatures finally arriving in our area, I am so excited to finally get to partake in one of my favorite activities….patio dining! Luckily, Fort Worth has so many great patio options, and all with yummy food and fun atmospheres. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite, both kid-friendly and perfect for date nights, […]

Best Patio Dining Outdoors in Fort Worth – Lifestyle Photographer

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what to wear for your photos at home

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I have shared a lot about what you should wear for your photo session, even what your newborn should wear, and how I make it SO easy for my clients to choose the right outfits.   But, let’s talk about what you should NOT wear.     Neon colors So color and light are interesting…I […]

What Not to Wear for your At-Home Photo Session – Fort Worth Lifestyle Photographer

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What kind of photo session scheduler are you? Do you intentionally schedule a photo session to document your family interacting in your home, playing with their favorite toys, being themselves? Or do you only reach out to your favorite photographer at the end of summer to book your fall mini session for holiday card photos? […]

Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Fall Mini Sessions | Fort Worth Photographer

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Newborn Lifestyle Photographer | www.nikkicavinessphotography.com

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As a lifestyle photographer, I get asked all the time, “What should I wear for my photo session?” Mama, don’t worry! I’ve got you covered! I spent a year as a stylist for Stitch Fix and went through multiple trainings to learn about fit, fabrication, body shape, styles, and more. I’ve been interested in fashion […]

Where Should I Shop for my Photo Session Look? – Fort Worth Lifestyle Photographer

Newborn Lifestyle Photographer | www.nikkicavinessphotography.com

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Today I wanted to share this super sweet in-home newborn session that I shot back in June. This newborn session is really special to me – not only was it the first newborn session I shot after being shut down due to Covid-19, but it is also my best friend’s first baby! This is the […]

Carnes In-Home Newborn Lifestyle Session – Fort Worth Newborn Lifestyle Photographer

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