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Hi Friend!

My name is Nicki and I am a "Hokie" at heart but a James Madison graduate. I majored in Art with a concentration in photography and wouldn't have it any other way. It wasn't until I met my husband that I started my photography business and I am beyond grateful for him suggesting it. I am a "people person" and love stories so the fact that I get to document your story from beginning to end is such a delight and beyond fun for me. Speaking of stories, no couples journey is the same, that's why I love what I do. Because I get a little glimpse into your life and it's like no other. I get to hear the past, engage in the presence, and watch the future unfold. With all that combined, I step into your wedding day with an idea of who you are to fuel your images I capture. My work has a documentary style that is bright, mimicks film, and captures the small details that make up the big picture. I do a lite edit on images so they are as close to your memory as possible. I believe in the "candid" moments, but don't get me wrong, I won't leave you high and dry either. I will help guide you into the best possible poses that flatter you and your sweetie but also step back to let the natural essense of who you are and let it all unfold. It would be an honor to document your journey to the alter and create lasting memories you can look back on when you are older.

RANDOM FACTS ABOUT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

-I love vintage items and thrift stores

-My favorite drink is a Green Tea Frap from Starbucks

-I'm obsessed with dogs and have a labradoode named Hokie

-I'm a mamma to my sweet boy Tux

-I'm also an artist and paint abstract pieces

-My favorite movie is...well I have two- Forest Gump & A Christmas Story

-My husband and I are complete opposites (he is an engineer and I am super creative)

-I'm obsessed with all things California

-I have 90's music playing all the time and some Bob Marley too

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints

Reviews of Nicki Metcalf Photography

Katie
Katie Sent on 12/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nicki is awesome!

Nicki is the sweetest and she is so talented! If you want beautiful portraits and candid shots that capture the emotion and memories of your special day then Nicki is the photographer for you!
Leigha
Leigha Sent on 10/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nikki is who you want for your photos!

From first meeting Nikki, she instantly made me feel comfortable and was super personable. We had our engagement photo session and she was SO nice and we had a GREAT time with her. The engagement photos were AMAZING quality, she even sped back to give me a ton to choose from for a holiday card (we took them like Nov 27th lol). Leading up to the wedding she made sure I had everything I needed, and the wedding day her and her assistant were so accommodating and fun. They did a great job getting photos, but making sure not everything was posed. She even gave me a sneak peek of a bunch of pictures A WEEK after my wedding date. I thought I wouldn't see photos for at least a month after. Nikki is incredible and well worth the investment for your wedding photos you will cherish forever!
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Leslie Sent on 03/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

I’m so incredibly glad that Nicki was our photographer. She was so easy to talk to and she made us feel comfortable during our engagement and wedding sessions. All of her photographs turned out absolutely beautiful and we feel so lucky to have them.
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Grace Sent on 03/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement Photos

Nicki is not only the sweetest person ever, she is an absolutely INCREDIBLE photographer. We are still so obsessed with our engagement photos, they are more beautiful than we ever could have expected.

Nicki came all the way from Richmond to DC to shoot our photos at 7am. She is wonderful at giving directions and made us feel so comfortable. We could not be happier with our choice.

THANK YOU NICKI!!!!! You are a true artist.
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Catherine Sent on 12/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

So Thankful for Nicki!

My husband and I are so grateful for Nicki! From our engagement photos, our wedding, and now our newborn/family photos she has helped us capture some of the most meaningful moments in our lives. She is so patient, understanding, and talented. She really listens to what your vision is and finds a way to make it happen. She is also excellent at dealing with difficult family situations. This was so key to our wedding! I cannot stress enough how thankful my husband and I are for Nicki—she is such an incredible photographer and artist! You simply won’t regret booking her.
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Rachel Sent on 12/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Nicki is just fantastic

Nicki was just great. She's so friendly and open to what the client wants. We wanted more "natural" photography, like not so many posed pictures, and she was right on board. She ran around the wedding the whole time to get as many pictures as possible, and they all turned out great!
She was also really flexible with our engagement shoot. In addition, we originally talked about a boudoir shoot, but ended up rescheduling for a maternity shoot instead. She really is amazing to work with!
Shooter
Shooter Sent on 12/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous photos. Even better to work with.

I really cannot say enough good things about Nicki. Her photos are BEAUTIFUL. She really has a way of capturing the essence of a personality. But even more than her ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS PHOTOS, working with Nicky was a PURE GIFT! She had my back, and regularly went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, my husband was comfortable, and that we were getting exactly what we asked for. Nicki is exactly the kind of person you want in the mix of your family/friends/wedding party. She may be tiny, but that girl can wrangle any crowd. She gets it done and you will have a BLAST working with her. She will also make you feel like the most beautiful human in the world. Nicki is one of the best gifts you can give yourself on your wedding day! Seriously! Nicki was newly pregnant at our FREEZING OUTSIDE WEDDING/RECEPTION and handled herself like a BOSS! Not one detail was missed. What are you waiting for? Call her. Go. Now. Do it.
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Lexie Sent on 12/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

5 star review!

Nicki did a great job with our engagement and wedding photos. Her sweet and energetic personality helped us to feel comfortable with taking photos during our engagement shoot and eased our nerves on our wedding day. She made good use of the scenery and posed us in ways that looked authentic and natural. On our wedding day she did a great job at efficiently getting all of the bridal and family photos done and kept everyone right on schedule. Would definitely recommend her as a photographer!
Diane
Diane Sent on 11/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision we made!

Nicki is wonderful! Not only is she talent and fun, she is passionate and warm and can make anyone feel comfortable in front of a camera. She shot our rehearsal dinner and wedding and I can't get over how incredible the photos are. She was a saving grace during the planning period and on the day itself she made me and my husband feel so comfortable. Not only did she capture our wedding perfectly, she also somehow managed to navigate my big messy family and get them in line. It was truly remarkable. I cannot recommend Nicki enough! We are so thankful for her and her passion for capturing the most special day of a couple's life!
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Hailey Sent on 11/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Loved loved loved!

As soon as we met Nicki we knew that she would be the perfect photographer to have on our wedding day!! We loved how comfortable she made us feel while we were taking pictures ! Not only was she SO patient (we had a very rowdy wedding party) she was calm, organized and made us all belly laugh at the perfect times! Our pictures have turned out amazing and she got them back to us SO fast! Seriously, she’s the best! Having her on our wedding day was the best decision we made !
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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Nicki is such a ball of fun! Not only does she expertly capture meaningful moments, but she also creates a happy, joyful environment with any given group of people and makes photographing bridal parties seamless and thrilling!

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Nicki Metcalf Photography frequently asked questions

Nicki Metcalf Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Nicki Metcalf Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Nicki Metcalf Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Nicki Metcalf Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Nicki Metcalf Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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