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Nikki Nakata Photography is a wedding photographer based in Redlands, California. With her passion for visual storytelling, Nikki strives to showcase your authentic romance in her stunning imagery. As a friendly and enthusiastic professional, she values the relationship she builds with her clients.

Services Offered

By getting to know you personally, Nikki can create a genuine and one-of-a-kind collection of images from your celebration. Throughout your event, her goal is to provide an enjoyable and memorable photography experience. By committing to one wedding per day, she is able to give your joyous occasion the attention it deserves. To ensure that every detail is captured, Nikki Nakata Photography can provide an additional photographer and take snapshots in multiple locations. For your convenience, this talented artist can deliver your final edited images in an album and or digital files.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Digital Files

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Vintage

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
Digital Files
Proofs

Reviews of Nikki Nakata Photography

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Nikki is a highly praised wedding photographer who exceeded expectations in capturing special moments for various couples' weddings. Her warm and joyful personality, impeccable attention to detail, and talent in capturing candid shots with emotion and authenticity were highlighted by multiple reviewers, along with her professionalism and prompt delivery of photos. Many appreciated Nikki's creativity, organization, and supportive presence throughout the entire process, making her a highly recommended photographer for weddings and other events.

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Nikki is a highly praised wedding photographer who exceeded expectations in capturing special moments for various couples' weddings. Her warm and joyful personality, impeccable attention to detail, and talent in capturing candid shots with emotion and authenticity were highlighted by multiple reviewers, along with her professionalism and prompt delivery of photos. Many appreciated Nikki's creativity, organization, and supportive presence throughout the entire process, making her a highly recommended photographer for weddings and other events.

Jeannine
Jeannine Sent on 11/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer & investment!

I discovered Nikki at the beginning of the year through a mutual friend who posted some images captured by Nikki on social media. I was in love with her work- it was the total vibe I was going for & it seemed so effortless and beautiful so I didn’t hesitate to reach out. I booked Nikki for a mini session with my fiancé & purchased a wedding package which included an engagement session- that’s how confident I was in what she was offering. Our first meeting was short & sweet but beyond what I expected. My fiancé and I were running late and she was able to accommodate us and she was so friendly and personable! This is so important to me because my fiancé (at the time) isn’t as crazy about taking photos as I can be. 😅 When she sent our gallery I could not believe how many beautiful images she managed to capture in a “mini” session. This confirmed I had picked the perfect person to capture my wedding! Not only was her price point for the wedding package a great deal but she offered a special discount and made us feel so appreciated! Needless, to say this was the start of my love for Nikki! Our engagement session did not disappoint & by this time she made us feel like friends and we had a blast with her! Last month my husband and I got married & although we expected it to take 6-8 weeks for our wedding gallery Nikki sent sneak peeks within 2 days!! Not one, not two, but like 40 images and then a few days later our FULL GALLERY!! It left me SPEECHLESS & how quickly she sent them & how beautiful they were! Nikki made me feel beautiful from every angle- she captured so many great memories and was so patient with our family & friends, It was no surprise everyone loved her!! I just selected my preferred images for editing and honestly cannot even imagine how much more I will love then when i’m already so obsessed with the originals. Nikki has been the best investment! If you need a photographer that will make you feel beautiful, be patient with family & friends & make your not-so thrilled to be photographed significant other look like he’s happy to be photographed then Nikki is the answer- any occasion- Nikki is the answer. I am so glad I discovered Nikki, she is a true gem we all need a photographer & a friend like her when we want to capture life’s most beautiful moments! We can’t wait to find another reason to book her!
We love you Nikki!! 🤍
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 10/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10, we love nikki!

Our wedding photographer, Nikki, was absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she made everything so easy and stress-free. She’s incredibly personable and has this amazing way of getting everyone’s attention for photos, even the babies! Everyone felt comfortable and happy, which made our pictures look natural and joyful.

Nikki is extremely organized and has her own timeline for family photos, which kept everything running smoothly on the big day. She’s professional, but also feels like your best friend, so you can relax and truly enjoy the moment while she captures it all.

We love Nikki so much and can honestly see her being our lifelong photographer. She captured every detail of our wedding perfectly, and the photos will be memories we treasure forever. If you’re looking for someone who’s talented, organized, and makes the whole experience fun and personal, She is absolutely the one!
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Karla Sent on 02/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Say YES to the photographer

Nikki was a rockstar! I hired her for my 2023 wedding and she did not disappoint. Her photos brought back all the feels. On the day of, she was attentive and extremely professional. And the best hype women. I also appreciated the fact she offers a first responder discount. I highly recommend Nikki for your next shoot/ event! 10/10
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Jillian Sent on 02/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond Grateful for Our Wedding Photographer

My husband and I are beyond grateful that the incredibly talented wedding photographer, Nikki Nakata, photographed our wedding day. She exceeded all of our expectations. From start to finish, Nikki demonstrated an unparalleled level of creativity, an impeccable eye for detail, and an exquisite aesthetic. I absolutely love how she captured our engagement shoot and wedding day.

When we toured our venue, I saw Nikki's photos from another wedding and immediately knew she was our photographer. Nikki's warm and joyful personality made us feel completely at ease (exactly what couples want in planning their wedding!). She was consistently communicative, agile and punctual throughout the entire process. On top of all of that, her turnaround time for previews and all retouched photos is impressive.

One of the most striking aspects of Nikki's work is her innate ability to see beauty in the smallest of moments. She has a remarkable talent for capturing candid shots that are brimming with emotion and authenticity. From the tender glances exchanged between my husband and me to the joyous laughter of family and friends, the images she captured brings us right back to our wedding day.

Each photograph is meticulously composed, with careful attention paid to lighting, texture, and atmosphere. Whether she is capturing broader perspective shots or intimate close-ups, her images are nothing short of breathtaking.

I absolutely love Nikki's editing style and aesthetic. The tones are warm and inviting, creating a timeless feel that captured the love, warmth and job of our wedding day.

Nikki is also an absolute pleasure to work with. Her amazing energy and professional demeanor put us at ease from the very beginning, and she effortlessly navigated all of the group photos before and after the ceremony and every aspect of capturing our wedding day. We felt entirely confident in Nikki.

I cannot recommend Nikki highly enough. Her creativity, eye for detail, and impeccable aesthetic make her a true master of her craft. If you're searching for a wedding photographer who will beautifully document your special day, absolutely book Nikki. She is fabulous!
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Makayla Sent on 02/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nikki is the best!!!

Nikki was the best photographer we could have asked for to capture our wedding day!
From booking with her to actually spending our wedding day with her, she was so kind and just so easy to work with.
She captured the best day of our lives so well and I couldn’t be more in love with our photos.
She even jumped in to help us air out our pampas arrangements since they were getting soaked by the rain, which is so much more than I could have asked for from a photographer! She was truly there to support us throughout the day and we couldn’t be more grateful.
We received some preview photos literally two days after our wedding!!! I was so shocked and so grateful to be able to see some photos so fast after the wedding!
She was seriously the best and I couldn’t recommend booking her more!
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Belinda Sent on 02/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Found our Lifetime Photographer

Nikki is absolutely amazing! She shot our engagement photos, my boudoir session for my husband’s wedding gift, and our wedding. The first time I spoke to Nikki on the phone, we clicked! I chose her as our wedding photographer based on her editing style and now she will be stuck with us for every major life milestone we cross because she is not only a fantastic photographer, but she is fun to be around and so friendly! Literally cannot say enough great things about Nikki!
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Meghan Sent on 02/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer

Nikki is very professional but is also super fun to work with. She works great with large parties, getting everyone organized and getting content in a very timely matter. She has an amazing eye and her pictures are truly timeless. We couldn’t recommend her enough!
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Erika Sent on 02/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the best!

Nikki is the real deal! Her professionalism, patience, and talent shine through every step of the way. For those looking for a photographer, go with Nikki! You won't be sorry. :)
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Taylor Sent on 02/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Nikki is the BEST!

We hired Nikki to capture our special moments at our wedding and engagement photos. I was introduced to Nikki at a friends wedding and after seeing how beautiful her photos turned out I knew I wanted her to do our wedding. She did an amazing job and we absolutely love the way all the photos came out. Nikki is so kind, professional and gets the job done in a timely manner. We even had to cancel our engagement photo session, last minute, because we got sick and she was very accommodating. I would highly recommend Nikki to anyone looking for a photographer. I will definitely continue to use Nikki as our photographer
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Jule Sent on 09/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Last Minute Elopement

Nikki was amazing! We booked her last minute and she was able to accommodate with ease. Upon meeting her at our location for our elopement she already had a vision on the best photo spots and turned the shots into a dream. Love her and definitely would book again! 💖
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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Nikki Nakata Photography frequently asked questions

Nikki Nakata Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Nikki Nakata Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Nikki Nakata Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Vintage
Nikki Nakata 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
Nikki Nakata Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Nikki Nakata Photography is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in value, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in professionalism.
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