about me
Well hello, I'm Nikki,
the smile behind the lens. Don’t let these photos fool you, I rarely curl my hair or put make up on. I run off of tea lattes, dark chocolate and wine, otherwise known as a very well balanced diet. I am a wife and a mama first, but every free moment I have goes towards capturing all of life’s precious moments.
I was born and raised in Calgary, Canada and moved to Dallas almost 5 years ago. In that time, I have gotten married, completed my degree in interior design, moved three times, had two babies, and started Maplegray.
The best part of my job: meeting new clients, creating lasting friendships, and being a part of your journey through all of the seasons.
My
Style
As a lifestyle photographer, my number one priority is to capture your true, genuine emotions. Throughout the session I will provide poses and prompts to create a relaxed environment and keep the session flowing naturally. I understand that kids (and usually husbands) have short attention spans. My ultimate goal is the keep the session FUN. I incorporate games, races and challenges to encourage movement. So get ready to run, jump, spin or throw your little ones up while I quietly capture the moment.
Having two young kids myself, I understand the craziness of trying to get large families or young kids engaged and interested in the session. I know first hand how stressful and exhausting it can be to get everyone dressed and ready, but I promise, the effort is always worth it.
Think of your session as a fun date night. These sessions are a great opportunity for a newly engaged couple, a maternity session or for no reason other than to celebrate your love.
Milestone sessions are a great way to document all of life’s celebrations. This can be a birthday session with a cake smash, start of summer vacation, your favorite holiday or even the day you welcome home a new puppy. There is no better way to remember this season of life.
There is something so special about capturing your newborn at home, in their first few weeks of life. Remove the stress of packing up the car and driving to a studio. My goal is to create a relaxed environment and remain as flexible as possible. I do not restrict the session to a time frame, because I understand that no matter how prepared you are prior to my arrival, there will be unexpected feedings, diaper changes or just a much needed break.
