Photographs for people who want to how it felt

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Now booking spring & summer sessions

Los Angeles photographer. Editorial eye, documentary heart.

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I am Stephanie Nicosia-Vannatta

Founder of SJNV Photographs. Becoming a photographer is a dream I’ve carried since I was young, and I’m so glad you’re here. If you’ve found your way to my site, chances are you’re looking to capture something meaningful, and I’d love to be the one to do that for you.

I’m patient, a little goofy, and big on making you feel comfortable. I’ll hype you up when you need it, guide you when you don’t know what to do My goal is simple: create a spacewhere you feel confident, present, and fully yourself, so we can capture moments that actually feel like you.

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Shoutout LA & Lensational

Storytelling

Portrait and

lifestyle

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hey there &
welcome

Whatever you're celebrating, building, or becoming...

Editorial imagery for creatives and small businesses

BRANDING

Brand your vibe

Individuals, creatives, families, and you

PORTRAITS

Let’s get creative

Ceremonies, elopements, and love stories

WEDDINGS

Tell your story

Maternity, birthdays, graduations, and everything in between

MILESTONES

Memories, captured

i want to
photograph it

This is photography for those who want images that feel lived-in, elevated, and honest.

Images with intention. Frames that feel considered. Photographs that could live in a magazine but still feel deeply personal.

I’m inspired by contrast.
Soft light against concrete.
Elegance brushing up against edge.

I photograph the space between things. The inhale before laughter, the way a child leans lovingly into their mother, the quiet choreography of people being themselves.

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between things

photographing the space

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Recent love

my sessions

straight from

“Stephanie was a literal dream...

She found us the most amazing location & took gorgeous photos! From pre planning the best areas, to dealing with the little boys complaints with humor, Stephanie really did it all! Will definitely book another session with Stephanie!"

-Hannah Doyle

"Stephanie is a wonderful person...

...Her exuberant personality makes it easy to loosen up in front of the camera and her creativity is great. She’s not only insanely talented she’s a wonderful person who you want to share these precious life moments with. We will only use SJNV photography moving forward. For all life events, big or small we only trust Stephanie to capture the moments."

-Madison McWhirter

"The best photographer around!

...we were blessed to work with Stephanie. Not only did she find the perfect spot, she helped us decide on the best outfits as a family. She is just the sweetest too. Our pictures turned out absolutely stunning!! We 1000% will recommend her to anyone looking for beautiful photos"

-Danielle Meyer

I’m for people who trust the process and understand that the most powerful images often come from the in-between moments.

Every session is grounded in