At Heather Nicole Photography, it's not about taking photos-it's about helping you preserve the magic of your family's story. This is where I come in-to make it easy for you, to guide you every step of the way, and to create an experience you'll love as much as the photos themselves. From start to finish, I focus on every little detail-because your family's comfort and safety mean everything. Each session is guided with patience, care, and a sense of calmness. Comfort and safety are never rush....and never compromised.
I take pride in ensuring my clients feel at home in my Redondo Beach studio. Your maternity session is more than a photoshoot - It is a celebration of your story. I have a large selection of maternity gowns and accessories for clients to select from. My goal is to ensure you feel confident, radiant and supported.
As a true expert baby photographer in the greater Los Angeles area, I work my magic, capturing countless beautiful moments of newborns. I plan absolutely everything for your newborn and I'll walk you through exactly what to expect so you feel completely at ease. I provide everything for your baby's first portraits, including:
-Baby-led, stress-free sessions
-All props, wraps, outfits, and accessories provided
-Guidance and expertise in safe, delicate newborn posing
All you need to do is show up, snuggle your baby, and trust that you are in good hands.
I genuinely love what I do, and I feel incredibly lucky to say that. I am beyond blessed to be part of my clients' lives and love nothing better than to watch your children and families grow. Let's make something beautiful for your family!
Meet Heather
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you are here. As a mother myself, I know just how quickly each stage of this journey passes. From the quiet anticipation of pregnancy to the precious first days with your newborn, these moments are incredibly special, yet so fleeting. These days will always be cherished, but the details will fade with time. Whether you are celebrating the glow of pregnancy or the wonder of new life, it's my joy and honor to preserve these memories for you.
My two children are grown, which means I now get to pour my heart into my photography and my small business. When I'm not in my studio or learning something new to improve my craft, I am enjoying time with my amazing, hard-working husband and two dogs. We love the beach, the water, and the sunshine.
The Artist Behind Your South Bay Newborn & Maternity Portraits
A PEEK Behind-The-Scenes
My family is my greatest blessing. My husband - my partner in crime - the love of my life - my soulmate! My two children are the center of my universe - they are my reason, my strength, and my greatest joy.
Family
I love exploring new things! I've been blessed to have been able to travel all around the world. From the safaris in Africa to the white sands of Tanzania, to places closer like Canada, each place offers something new and exciting. On my bucket list is Dublin, Ireland.
Traveling
SEAFOOD!! I love almost any type of seafood. Living on the east coast most of my life afforded me the opportunity to eat fresh fish, crabs, clams, etc. There is nothing better than spreading the newspaper across a table and tossing over a bushel of steamed blue crabs. Oh, and can't forget about the corn-on-the-cob and old bay. YUMMY!!
food
My husband introduced me to something so tasty - a Huckleberry milkshake - during my first trip to the west coast. It's an Oregon thing so if you're ever in that state, google huckleberry milkshake and go get one. It'll knock your socks off!!
huckleberry milkshake
Just like the huckleberry milkshake, my favorite color is purple. Whenever I can introduce purple into a photo session, I do:)
My husband snapped a photo of me in a purple field outside San Francisco.
Love the color purple
"I highly recommend Heather for your newborn photos. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel so comfortable. As a new mom, I was a bit nervous about the session, but Heather was incredibly patient and thoughtful throughout the entire process. She was patient, gentle, and very accommodating, as my baby needed multiple feeding breaks. The photos she captured were magical-every moment felt genuine. If you are looking for someone who is not only a talented photographer but also calm, caring, and truly understands how to work with newborns and their parents, look no further! We are beyond thrilled with the memories she created for us."
Krista
"We recently had Heather photograph our newborn and family, and I'm beyond thrilled with the experience and results! From the start, Heather's warmth and professionalism put us at ease - She clearly has a knack for working with little ones! She listened to what we wanted and brought such a soothing touch to the session. The photos were absolutely breathtaking - every tiny detail of our baby and the love in our family was captured perfectly, with gorgeous lighting and composition. Heather's patience and skill really stood out, and the final images were delivered so quickly. If you need a talented, caring photographer, Heather is hands-down the best choice."
Kiara
"We would highly recommend Heather Nicole Photography. We needed a photographer last minute and she really came through for us. On top of all that, she was extremely flexible and was very helpful in coordinating with us. She offers fair pricing and even got our photos back to us quickly and they were great. If you hire Heather you won’t be disappointed."
Vandana
"I can't say enough wonderful things! From the moment we met, it was clear how calm, patient, and nurturing Heather is-especially with our newborn. She made us feel instantly at ease, handling everything with such gentle care and confidence. What really stood out was how incredibly organized and prepared she was, while still being so warm and approachable. Her friendly energy made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. We're so grateful we found her!"
Dorothy
`"We had the most incredible experience with Heather for our baby boy's newborn session. From the moment we walked into the studio, we felt so welcomed and completely at ease. I was thoroughly impressed with her ability to keep our son asleep.
Watching her work was amazing--she knew exactly how to pose him, and he looked so relaxed during the session.
Her studio was beautiful, warm, and perfectly arranged for the session. She even offered us coffee and water. She did such a good job that I almost feel asleep myself!
My husband and I feel in love with the photos Heather took. She truly has a gift for newborn photography."
Lori
"My maternity session with Heather was such an incredible experience. From the moment I arrived at the studio, she made me feel so comfortable, confident, and beautiful! I had an incredible time and never felt weird in front of the camera.
When it came to posing, she showed me how to position myself and everything felt natural. The gowns that she provided were stunning and made the photos elegant and very professional.
I will definitely return to Heather Nicole Photography for my newborn photos!"
Karyn
