My philosophy
At Michelle Nicholson Photography, we’re all about capturing those real, authentic moments that make you, well, you—throwing in a dash of fun and a sprinkle of adventure along the way. We crank up the color, embrace the quirky, and make sure every shot reflects your unique vibe. By the end, you’ll be grinning ear to ear, ready to share photos you didn’t even know you’d love so much.
How the process works...
Let's chat!
What do you need and when do you need it? We will discuss all the details of your photo shoot and pick a date and time. I will then email you a contract with the deliverables for you to sign.
Contracts and deposit
Digitally sign the contract and email it back to me. I then require a 50% retainer to save your session time. Final balances are due the day after your photo shoot and before image delivery.
Photo Session Day
Once your time is reserved, I will send you a FAQ and TIPS guide for your type of photo shoot to help you prepare. Then simply arrive to your photo shoot looking fabulous and I will guide you through the rest.
Gallery Delivery
In one week or less, a link to your professionally edited digital gallery will be emailed. Based on your package, just download your selections and share! Need help printing your favs? A link to my printer will be provided as well.
This is Where I Shine...
The Types of Photography I Specialize In
High School Seniors: My daughter is a senior in high school this year too. They really will be gone all too soon! These photos are for you—the last "baby" photos, you could say.
Families: I have my own big, crazy family, being one of five kids. Bring it on! The chaos doesn’t scare me; it just feels normal.
Headshots: I know—a necessary evil. But listen, book a lunch or dinner afterward and get some mileage from looking fantastic that day.
Events: I'm really just a girl who enjoys going backstage (Wayne’s World reference there). I honestly love the freedom to relish the behind-the-scenes hustle.
Red Truck Mini Sessions: Outside, a flannel shirt, you can bring your dog. I play music, and you get chocolate afterward. Trust me, it’s a good time.
Download Your Digitals and Purchase Prints: I always recommend printing some images from each session. There’s nothing like the keepsake of a photograph.
Who We Serve: My clientele includes families, working professionals, high school seniors and their parents, and event managers. I take pride in being LGBTQ-friendly and serve the vibrant communities of Sacramento, El Dorado Hills, Folsom, Roseville, and surrounding areas.
Testimonials
“I just wanted to tell you how much I love all the photos! I don't know what your magic is, but you always create these photos that melt my heart and bring out the absolute best side of all of us! Thank you again."
~Nicole M
Family Session Nov 2024
"Michelle is amazing!! My daughter loved having her senior portraits done with Michelle! She is an awesome, fun, easy going photographer! Highly recommend!!"
~Jaime B
Senior Session October 2024
Michelle was amazing! We did the Christmas truck mini photo session and we had such a great time taking the photos. We even had our puppy with us, and she was able to incorporate her and get some really cute shots of all of us together as a family. She made the experience easy, enjoyable, and we loved our photos. We already booked her for a Fall leaves photo shoot session for next year. Thank you again so much for capturing such special moments of our family!
~Tara G
Nov 2024
A Little Bit About Me...
I've always been a documentarian of life, capturing the little moments that make up daily life. Now, I get to do it for a living, and I couldn’t be happier. As the fourth of five kids, chaos is my normal. Big, noisy family dinners? Heaven.
My camera is always with me—whether it's my phone, mirrorless, Insta 360, or waterproof camera. My daughter calls it my comfort item, and she’s right. Becoming a photographer was my third and favorite career. At 48, I found my groove. Better late than never, right?
Thank you Susannah Gill Photography for taking my photo!
818-439-5290 (So Cal Transplant)