Last Edited January 16, 2010

 

NicholeVan. Get yours at bighugelabs.com/flickr

 

Flourish: An Emporium for Photographers

 

{life as art} workshops

 

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Ok, so obviously I'm obsessed with faces, minimalism and my own kids. I love simplicity. Clean, crisp lines that allow you to focus on one idea, one person.

 

And I also appreciate all you who email me asking specific questions about photography and how I do whatever it is that I do! I'm sorry that I just don't have the time to respond to each of you personally, like I would like. Three little kids, a husband, a booming photography business (not to mention my nasty flickr addiction!) keep me far more busy than any sane person should be! That being said, here are some basic answers to most of the questions I receive.

 

Equipment:

Mark III 1Ds

Canon 5D

Canon 85mm f1.2L

Canon 70-200 f2.8L

Canon 24-70 f2.8L

Canon 16-35 f2.8L

Hartblei TSL 80mm

And a wide assortment of off camera flashes, lights and such . . .

 

I also own many backdrops and a lot of lighting equipment. My shots vary from complete natural light, all the way to all added light. I shoot in RAW exclusively and usually use manual mode when shooting. My metering style varies, but I rely on my histogram exclusively to determine the correct exposure of an image. I'm currently using my own actions to edit my photos.

 

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by my photostream!

 

And also, just as a sidenote, many of you have commented, for good or bad, about the watermark on my images. Like many professional photographers on flickr, I've had many problems with others taking my photos and using them both commercially and personally. Though I would prefer not to have to watermark my images, unfortunately, dishonest people make it necessary.

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I have been a fan of Nicole V's work for a long time. What is amazing is that she is not only a gifted artist but also a brilliant strategist. A unique combination for a successful and inspirational business woman. When you stop by her stream be sure to have lots of time as you will get sucked right into it and won't w… Read more

I have been a fan of Nicole V's work for a long time. What is amazing is that she is not only a gifted artist but also a brilliant strategist. A unique combination for a successful and inspirational business woman. When you stop by her stream be sure to have lots of time as you will get sucked right into it and won't want to leave anytime soon. Wishing you a wonderful 2008.

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January 9, 2008
LaraJade says:

A gallery that will captivate your heart. I am always amazed by Nichole's photographs when they pop up in my contact list and automatically know they are hers. She has a beautiful signature style which sets her out of the crowd. Please continue what you are doing, Nichole - you are a true inspiration for many of us.

August 17, 2007

i'm so embarassed. how is it that nic's been around this long and been my best friend for this long and i've not written of her amazing talents, skills and charms? she turns the world upside down with her formal and fun vision. love you so!

June 27, 2007
Receptive Finger (deleted)

Amazing light. Amazing Depth. I just ADORE Nichole's work :)

May 2, 2007

Nicholes pictures are breathtaking, just look at her stream! So colorful and bright and fun. Her locations always blow me away, the way she uses Utahs beauty just adds to her photos even more. Whenever I see an orchard it reminds me her and the way she can turn something so plain as that into art. I also love her brida… Read more

Nicholes pictures are breathtaking, just look at her stream! So colorful and bright and fun. Her locations always blow me away, the way she uses Utahs beauty just adds to her photos even more. Whenever I see an orchard it reminds me her and the way she can turn something so plain as that into art. I also love her bridal pictures, I've said before that when I get married I'm hiring her!! They are stunning! Thank you, Nichole, for sharing your beautiful photos with us!

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April 11, 2007

Nichole's next on my list of favorite Flickr photogs..:) What can I say that hasn't been said already? We all know her photos are gorgeous and her children are beautiful subjects!:) Nichole, you are an amazing photographer and I hope the very best for you!:D

March 15, 2007

Vibrant. Warm. Stunning. Breathtaking. Those are all words that instantly come to mind when I open Nichole's stream. Nichole's work is amazingly crisp and colorful and I find myself often fave'ing just about every photo she shares. Her children are beautiful and the landscape with which she works makes me wish I… Read more

Vibrant. Warm. Stunning. Breathtaking. Those are all words that instantly come to mind when I open Nichole's stream. Nichole's work is amazingly crisp and colorful and I find myself often fave'ing just about every photo she shares. Her children are beautiful and the landscape with which she works makes me wish I lived in Utah.

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March 4, 2007

Nichole's work is gorgeous and so unique! She's very talented and creative! I admire with all my heart her portraits, colors and the places she chooses to photograph. The result is a photostream full of beauty, heart-warming images that are just impossible not to fave! ;o) Thanks for sharing with us! Congratulatio… Read more

Nichole's work is gorgeous and so unique! She's very talented and creative! I admire with all my heart her portraits, colors and the places she chooses to photograph. The result is a photostream full of beauty, heart-warming images that are just impossible not to fave! ;o) Thanks for sharing with us! Congratulations! I wish you all the best!

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March 9, 2007
[bridget] says:

stunning work. wonderful friend. can't wait to meet you in utah this spring!

February 26, 2007

Nichole is truly an exceptional artist. She is perhaps one of the best, or in my opinion THE best childrens' photographer/photographer on Flickr. From today I have decided to take my photography more seriously and to try and step up to the next level and Nichole's work will be my inspiration. I absolutely LOVE her… Read more

Nichole is truly an exceptional artist. She is perhaps one of the best, or in my opinion THE best childrens' photographer/photographer on Flickr. From today I have decided to take my photography more seriously and to try and step up to the next level and Nichole's work will be my inspiration. I absolutely LOVE her work. I can't imagine how her subjects must feel when they see themselves or their children capured so beautifully. Her work is sublime. Each and every picture speaks volumes as well as being technically flawless. The tones, the colours...oh the brilliance of the colours, the compostion, the depth of field, clarity, sharpness, focus...everything is just so perfect. They are shots you just cannot tear your eyes away from. Unique, utterly beautiful, captivating works of art each one. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talent with us and please continue to do so no matter how famous or busy you become. I sure wish I could attend one of your courses! Respect and love From Kerry

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February 23, 2007
cocoriah says:

What I know of Nichole is her stunning work, which speaks enough for me. She just blows me away every time. I'm a long time admirer and student of her images. Her photography is professional and clean but full of soul and body. Not always possible to put all that together, but she does it, and does it well. Thank … Read more

What I know of Nichole is her stunning work, which speaks enough for me. She just blows me away every time. I'm a long time admirer and student of her images. Her photography is professional and clean but full of soul and body. Not always possible to put all that together, but she does it, and does it well. Thank you for your hard work and eye for detail, Nichole. You are an inspiration.

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January 13, 2007
[erin] says:

Nichole's photos are full of vibrant color and life. I love how she weaves the beauty of Utah and all its glory into her photos. Her portraits of brides are out of this world and some of my favorite work around. And she's a nice gal to boot!

October 31, 2006
Leah says:

nichole's photos have *such* style. they have a quality about them that shines bright and moves people--just take a trip through her stream and you will see what i mean. yes nichole, you have *it*, you really really do.

October 18, 2006
Shundiin says:

I feel Nichole is one of the most talented photographers here on Flickr, her amazing style, creativity, crisp bold colors and unique locations is what sets her apart. Nichole is who inspired me to become a better photographer and is credited with my obsession with tutus. I can always count on Nichole for advice whether… Read more

I feel Nichole is one of the most talented photographers here on Flickr, her amazing style, creativity, crisp bold colors and unique locations is what sets her apart. Nichole is who inspired me to become a better photographer and is credited with my obsession with tutus. I can always count on Nichole for advice whether it’s how to make a tutu or suggestions on what lens I should try next. I am grateful Nichole is my friend and consider it a blessing I can claim her as family.

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September 19, 2006

an eye for composition, clarity, beautiful popping color, rustic appeal with a shabby chic flair, creative angles, gorgeous windswept bridals, magical heart tugging children's portraits, beautiful children, thoughtful, vibrant and caring personality, and a zest for life and photography. nichole, i have so enjoyed chatt… Read more

an eye for composition, clarity, beautiful popping color, rustic appeal with a shabby chic flair, creative angles, gorgeous windswept bridals, magical heart tugging children's portraits, beautiful children, thoughtful, vibrant and caring personality, and a zest for life and photography. nichole, i have so enjoyed chatting with you through emails, having the pleasure of shooting with you, and getting to know the beautiful you through your images that you show us on flickr. thanks for the inspiration. :)

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August 30, 2006
Full Ship (deleted)

Because of Nichole I am always on the lookout for a junkyard :-)….. Nicholes photos are so fresh and colorful, her backgrounds & colors interesting and eye catching - she gives a junkyard a whole different meaning - her accurate pp…. all of that shows in her gorgeous photos. She really has an eye for composition in her… Read more

Because of Nichole I am always on the lookout for a junkyard :-)….. Nicholes photos are so fresh and colorful, her backgrounds & colors interesting and eye catching - she gives a junkyard a whole different meaning - her accurate pp…. all of that shows in her gorgeous photos. She really has an eye for composition in her bridal photos too. I am glad that I'm getting to know Nichole through our emails and her photos. Her emails always crack me up and I am always looking forward to the next. I feel lucky to have Nichole as a Flickr-friend, challenging and motivating, helpful wherever she can, always loyal giving cc and tips, thank you so much for that Nichole!!

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July 21, 2006