Hi! I'm Nikki!

 

A photographer with wavy hair holds a camera while wearing a yellow dress at sunset.

I’m a Northern Virginia family photographer, a military wife, and a stay-at-home mom to two beautiful kiddos. I specialize in photographing families, maternity, newborns, couples, and high school senior portraits. I’m all about capturing the real stuff. The laughs, the snuggles, the messy, beautiful moments you’ll want to remember forever.


I discovered my love for photography through my own motherhood journey; capturing photos of my babies as they grew, never wanting to forget a single detail. I quickly fell in love with being behind the camera and turned my passion into a business - and here we are! What truly lights a fire in my soul, is seeing the joy my photographs bring to the families I work with, and knowing that the memories I capture will be cherished for years to come.


When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me soaking up time with my husband, our two kids, two dogs, and ten chickens. You’ll often find us hanging out in our backyard, enjoying the sunshine, likely pushing my kiddos on their tree swing.


In my spare time, I love treasure hunting at thrift stores, grabbing a latte from a cozy coffee shop, curling up with a good book, and winding down at the end of a long day with a glass of red wine.


Whether we’re chasing golden light in a field, capturing quiet snuggles in your living room, or wrangling toddlers and teens into one frame, my goal is to make you feel comfortable, seen, and celebrated.


I’m so glad you’re here. I’d be honored to capture you and your family.



 

My Services

 

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Client Testimonials

A loving family gathers outdoors at sunset, embracing and touching a pregnant belly in floral and white summer outfits.

My standards are high for professional photography- I can’t tell you how many hours I’ve spent scrolling through Facebook posts in various local parenting groups looking for the best- and Nikki is definitely one of the best in the area. The photos we received are gorgeous. She understands lighting and angles, her editing skills are on point, and she pays attention to details. (Absolutely no shadowy faces, harsh lighting, or anything over filtered or over exposed.) The end products are just beautiful. I have two very active kids who were not shy about it during our shoot and am so awkward in front of a camera and I really don’t know how she managed to capture so many beautiful moments in such a short time. She’s also just so nice! We had our photos back so quickly since I waited until the last second to get them done before baby arrives. All around a wonderful experience and so looking forward to seeing her in the future as our children grow.

Sam & Mike

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Three people in rustic autumn clothing embrace in a brown grassy field on a fall day.

My Mommy & Me shoot with Nikki Doyle Photography was absolutely wonderful! From the moment we arrived, Nikki made us feel so comfortable. Her warm and easygoing nature made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. She was patient and playful with my little ones, and was able to capture the sweetest moments effortlessly.


The final photos delivered were simply stunning, beyond what I could have hoped for. The photos captured beautiful moments I will treasure to look back on of my little ones. I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience and the beautiful memories she created for us. I highly recommend Nikki Doyle Photography, and will be a repeat client with her in the future.

Michelle C.

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Client Testimonials

Happy family sharing kisses and laughter together during an outdoor portrait session at sunset.

Nikki is AMAZING! I booked a mini family session with her this spring and Nikki is so kind, professional, and dedicated to her work. She edited and returned our pictures within a week! They turned out so beautiful that I ended up purchasing the entire gallery. You will not be disappointed by her! Thanks so much, Nikki! We will absolutely be working with her again!

Kelly & Jared

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A family group poses together outdoors in casual attire during golden hour with autumn trees in the background.

Nikki was wonderful! You will LOVE her energy and encouragement! I am NOT a fan of photo shoots - I’ve always felt very awkward in front of a camera, but my kids and I felt so comfortable and confident that we were in good hands right Nikki was wonderful! You will LOVE her energy and encouragement! I am NOT a fan of photo shoots - I’ve always felt very awkward in front of a camera, but my kids and I felt so comfortable and confident that we were in good hands right from the beginning. She’s truly built for this stuff. We loved our photos!

Joleen S.

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Client Testimonials

A group of people embrace and laugh together during a warm golden hour photo session outdoors.

I could not be happier about our family photo session with Nikki Doyle Photography. From the moment she and I began to coordinate via text, she was friendly and accommodating, answering my many questions and responding promptly. She went above and beyond by helping me choose the right outfits for my family that coordinated but weren’t too matchy-matchy and giving me honest and kind feedback about my options. She went above and beyond again to scope out the location the day prior to our shoot and discovered it was too muddy so she switched gears and chose another beautiful location that would be a better fit. Once we met face-to-face, she was just as warm and welcoming as she was over text. She was excellent with our children and has such a remarkable eye for capturing the most beautiful photos. She was even open to some of my ideas. She is kind, patient, professional, and super skilled at what she does! We will definitely use her again in the future and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for gorgeous photos that you can cherish for years to come! Thank you does not seem enough, Nikki! You are a gem!!!

Melissa & Bruce

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Client Testimonials

Sweet outdoor family portraits showing tender moments between parents and baby at sunset with natural lighting.

We had the most wonderful experience with Nikki Doyle Photography for our family shoot! From start to finish, Nikki made us feel comfortable and at ease, capturing the most beautiful and natural moments between us. Her warm personality and professionalism made the entire process enjoyable, even for our little one. The photos turned out absolutely stunning - perfectly capturing the love and connection within our family. The lighting, composition, and attention to detail were exceptional. We will treasure these images forever!

Stirling & Andy

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Client Testimonials

A tender moment shared between parent and child near a lake at sunset in a warm sepia-toned portrait.

Nikki was AMAZING! Her vibe is so good. Shes a joy to work with, but she is also amazing at making her client feel comfortable and cared about. My pictures turned out better than expected, and I truly felt like she was as excited as I was!

Tori K.

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Family wearing coordinating blue outfits embrace in a golden field during sunset.

Book your session now! Nikki was professional, lovely, and friendly during our photo shoot. We were shy, and she told us about her vision and instructed us on achieving it. The photos are GORGEOUS! We will book many more of this in the near future.

Melanie & Roberto

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What My Clients Have To Say About Me

Three people laying in grass with bright smiles at sunset, wearing casual clothes in a pastoral outdoor setting.

We did a group session with my family, the grandparents and great grandparents. It was such a breeze that afterwards, everyone raved how wonderful she was. In the past, our group pictures weren't very successful with all the different personalities, but this time with Nikki was so easy and stress-free! Even my husband couldn't complain. 😂. My questions before and even after, she was very responsive and super helpful. Thanks again!!!

trisha & matt

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Four candid outdoor maternity photos show a couple sitting together in a natural setting during golden hour.

Nikki was fantastic to work with. I had a bunch of questions about outfits and she was able to tell me what would go well together. The area we did the photos was nice too. The photos turned out fantastic! I am in love with them all

Krystal & Chris

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A tender outdoor portrait of parent and child sharing an affectionate moment in warm autumn lighting.

Absolutely love my pictures from Nikki!! She was timely and professional and even with an uncooperative toddler she was able to get some great shots! Highly recommend!

Alex K.

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A group plays with a large orange blanket on a grassy lawn during a sunny summer day.

We had such a wonderful experience working with Nikki for our family pictures! She was amazing with getting the kids engaged and captured some beautiful moments that we will cherish forever! Thank you so much!!

Katelyn k.

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A sweet hug and playful moment between two people outdoors in autumn with a rustic fence in the background.

Had a great experience with Nikki and our mini Motherhood session. The wind was crazy strong but she made it work. All the photos turned out beautiful!

Barbara j.

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