Bride in white dress holding a bouquet on a rooftop with a city skyline behind her.

Intimate Wedding & Portrait Photographer

LONG ISLAND, NYC & HUDSON VALLEY

Laughing couple embracing outdoors with vibrant pink cherry blossom trees in the background.

Intimate Wedding & Portrait Photographer

long Island, NYC & Hudson Valley

Two brides in white dresses celebrating joyfully as they exit a building with confetti.

INTIMATE WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

LONG ISLAND, NYC & HUDSON VALLEY

Winter beach wedding ceremony with couple, officiant, and two children in snow near a pier.

Intimate Wedding & Portrait Photographer

LONG ISLAND, NYC & HUDSON VALLEY

My philosophy

Lasting memories through honest, soulful photography

Black and white photo of a smiling couple embracing outdoors, woman leaning on mans shoulder in a park setting.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss while holding an adorable Corgi dog with a pink bow tie, seated in a flower garden.

My philosophy is simple: create an experience that feels easy, comfortable, and real. When you're relaxed, your personality shines through — and that's where the magic happens.


I photograph intimate weddings, elopements, engagements, bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, proposals, and portrait sessions throughout Long Island, New York City, Northern New Jersey, and the Hudson Valley. Every image is crafted to be timeless, honest, and full of life — pictures that bring you right back to exactly how it felt to be there.

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Selected works

 

Groom whispers to laughing bride in lace gown during romantic outdoor wedding portrait.
Three women dancing and laughing together at a bar venue with brick walls and a chandelier.
Two brides in white wedding gowns laughing joyfully, one holding white floral bouquet, celebrating their wedding day.
Smiling pregnant woman reclines against her partner on sandy beach dunes, both sharing a tender moment outdoors.
Engaged couple celebrating with champagne in a sunny pumpkin patch after proposal.
Couple poses outdoors at sunset, woman in black dress leans on mans shoulder showing engagement ring.
Black and white photo of two people raising shoes in celebration at a lively indoor wedding reception.
Bride and groom smiling at each other inside an ornate church with stained glass windows.
Family of four posing outdoors under blooming pink cherry blossom tree on green lawn in spring.
Three women socializing at an elegant event, smiling and conversing among floral arrangements in a bright venue.
Bride and groom share a romantic moment by their white wedding cake beneath an abstract painting.
Happy family of four smiling together outdoors near a lake, parents holding young children in warm autumn light.
Couple in white embracing on a sunny dock, sharing a romantic moment with golden backlight and lush greenery.
A mother sits on steps with her four children hugging and kissing her, surrounded by columns in a park.
Women dancing at a bar venue, hands raised, wearing colorful dresses at a lively party or wedding reception.
A couple smiles at each other during a golden sunset, sharing a romantic moment outdoors.
Couple standing together on a sandy beach near rocky jetty with gentle waves and soft golden sky.
A man and woman laughing together at a festive event with red roses and candles in the background.
Couple sitting together on stone steps in an urban garden, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful trees.
Couple sharing a romantic moment on a sunny waterfront dock, man lifting woman with scenic harbor and trees in background.
A couple poses outdoors in warm autumn light, woman in black off-shoulder top, man in gray suit jacket.
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Hi, I am nikki leigh

Let's get to know each other

Smiling woman with long black hair holding a Canon camera, wearing a blue shirt against a white background.

Hi, I'm Nikki! I'm a Long Island-based photographer, a mom of two wild and wonderful little boys, and a lifelong lover of real, unposed moments. Whether it's an intimate wedding, a milestone celebration, or a portrait session, my goal is simple — to make you feel comfortable enough to just be yourselves, so your photos feel like you. I'd love to be part of your story.

Testimonials

"The photos she took left me speechless! She had the perfect vision for our shoot and as a couple who has never done professional photos before, she walked us through a bunch of different pose ideas and was so fun to work with during the shoot. I am so glad my fiancée chose Nikki and I will cherish these photos forever!"

Kristina

Proposal

"She was an absolute delight to work with and was so lovely to get to know-having her there for such a special moment only added to the day, we loved having her with us! She made everyone feel comfortable, which was really key to getting great shots."

Ati

Courthouse Wedding

"Nikki gave us just the right amount of direction while still allowing everything to feel natural and authentic. The way she captured the city backdrop with our love story was unreal. Every photo feels so romantic, timeless, and full of personality."

Charis & PReston

Engagement Shoot

Testimonials

"Nikki was an absolute pleasure to work with! Nikki went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience.  She suggested a beautiful location .. and made us feel so comfortable. She is not only amazing at her craft but also an amazing individual.  Thank you so much Nikki!"

Marcin

Engagement Session

"I cannot recommend Nikki enough. We are in complete awe of our photos.  She handled our entire family with ease. She gave the perfect directions and her smile made all of us smile. Nikki is an amazing human and talented photographer.  Thank you, Nikki! We will treasure these photos forever!"

Melissa

Extended Family Portrait Session

"Nikki was absolutely incredible from start to finish. What stood out most was how much care she put into the entire experience, not just the photos themselves. Nikki was amazing in helping with the planning, thinking through the scene setting, and making sure everything came together naturally without ruining the surprise."

Joseph

Proposal

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Black and white photo of a couple on a wooden pier with sailboats and calm harbor waters in the background.

 

 

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Whether you're planning a small wedding, a milestone celebration, or a portrait session, I'd love to hear about it. Reach out and let's make something beautiful together.

 

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