BEHIND THE CAMERA
Hi there!
My name is Nikholas!
I am a wedding and engagement photographer based in sunny southern Arizona. My photography journey began eight years ago when I received my first camera as a gift, slowly evolving from a hobby into a passion that I pursue every day. There is nothing I love more than capturing and sharing emotions, which is why I'm drawn to working with people and documenting the unique moments that make life extraordinary.
Originally from California, I moved to Arizona with my parents in 2010. Their Russian roots, paired with a community of Greek friends, developed my multilingual background in English, Russian, and Greek. Besides photography, I spend my days building houses and coding.
We all live incredibly special lives, and I find it amazing to capture and share the real, pure feelings in those moments. As I believe, the best photos are felt, not just seen. I'd love to hear your story—and create something beautiful together!
FAQ
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Every wedding photographer out there has their own unique style and way of running their business. Over the years, I have learned how I like to shoot and edit my photos in a way that I feel is very real and true to life. Instead of posing, I prefer to direct in a way that is natural and effortless, because that is when the camera melts away and the true emotions come out. I want you to look at these pictures years down the line and remember the joy and sweetness from the day you married, and not hours of being posed around. I don’t want your day to be centered around the photos but rather the photos be the byproduct of your day. If you have looked at my work and liked what you saw, and all of the above resonates with you, then we might be the perfect fit!
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Of course! I will go anywhere within the US and Canada.
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Typically, I send sneak peeks the day after and I aim to deliver finished galleries no later than 2 weeks after the shoot date.
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I am fully insured with business liability and malpractice insurance
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No, I do not provide RAW files as part of any of my packages
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Yes, all photos captured as a result of my services are owned exclusively by me. I grant usage rights to all my clients for all use purposes except for commercial use. I do offer photo ownership for an additional fee.
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Typically I require a $375 non-refundable deposit for in-state and $775 deposit for out of state upon booking. This ensures your date in my calendar and helps offset overhead costs.
What People Are Saying
Anthony & Elizabeth
“Nik is an incredibly talented photographer who is able to capture emotion effortlessly! If you’re looking for an easy going, yet highly professional and incredibly skilled photographer in AZ, I highly recommend Nik!”
Laura and Trevor
“Nikholas was my photographer for our elopement, and I can’t recommend him enough! After the ceremony he took us to a beautiful spot in Sedona and took incredible photos. All of the photos, from getting ready, to the ceremony, to the couples portraits turned out better than I could have wished for.”
“My husband and I were truly AMAZED when we first looked at our wedding photos. We keep cherishing and reliving those memories when we look at his photos. I highly recommend him for weddings or any kind of event!”
—Daphne Rome
“Nik has a talent for making the absolute best of any situation he is put in! Don’t think twice just reach out to him, you will not regret it!”
— Caroline H
“ If you are looking for a photographer that can capture the most important moments of your life, Nikholas is it! I recommend him to all my friends and family!”
— Aliki B
“Nik didn't just take amazing photos that I am going to stare at in awe for the rest of my life, he was the most helpful and considerate person ever to work with!”
— Kaelie C
