NickNaq Photography(FIRST READ INTRO. IN PROFILE )
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PLEASE READ THIS NOTE FULLY BEFORE CONTACTING ME OR ASKING FOR MY AVAILABILITY ON THUMBTACK: Please only contact me if you are serious about hiring me for a photoshoot and are ok with the my rate (250/hr. for short events but higher for weddings/engagements/proposals or corporate events). I DON'T BARGAIN ON MY RATE. If you are unsure or shopping around or my rate does not fit your needs please hold off on contacting me until you’ve made a decision to hire a photographer. Again, please don't reach out to me if your still shopping around, comparing prices, if I don't fit your budget, getting quotes or not ready to hire. ONLY REACH OUT TO ME OR REQUEST MY AVAILABILITY THROUGH THUMBTACK WHEN YOU ARE READY TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE BOOKING AND ONLY CONSIDERING TO HIRE ME AS A PHOTOGRAPHER SO YOUR READY TO PUT DOWN A DEPOSIT TO BOOK YOUR DATE.
Thank you so much for your understanding.
Hi there, welcome!
I love creating long-lasting images that capture those special moments so that those portraits remain a cornerstone of your memory. I do this out of pure passion for the art of photography and the experience of seeing the joy of my customers from receiving memorable images. My goal with every client is not to click a button on a camera. I walk my clients through the entire journey of having a photoshoot. Rest assured by hiring me you will get the pictures that you will cherish for a long time.
So why should someone hire me? In one word - QUALITY. Every customer gets the best quality images and the best customer service. That is my goal regardless of if you hire me for half an hour of portraits or a week of corporate conference or an elaborate wedding. I shoot with very expensive gear to produce high resolution images. I am always available to answer questions and assist my customers in any way to help us create amazing images for them.
While most of my work on Thumbtack revolves around weddings/engagements/birthday parties, I also do a lot of work for corporations, non-profits, schools, colleges and universities. I have vast experience working for large enterprises from covering office events to large multi-day conferences. I am happy to provide samples as well as references in this regard.
I have been shooting for over a decade and my photography services span a wide variety genres. So please feel free to reach out and see if I am the right photographer for you.
***For boudoir photoshoot samples please request a private link by reaching out.***
FAQ's:
1. How much do you typically charge? Rates for most shoots start at about 250/hr. (this rate is only for short/small events, not for weddings/engagements or corporate events) and while I try to work with customers on a budget as well as run promotions from time to time my base rate is usually non-negotiable. The base rate for weddings and corporate events is higher. Also, if the location is outside of Hayward by 10 miles (or more) there will be a small travel fee.
2. How long does it take you to deliver images? This depends on how long the shoot is. For a wedding, obviously it's between 4-8 weeks but something like a 1-3 hour shoot it's usually 1-2 weeks. All images delivered are going to be in JPEGs format. I do not give out RAW images.
3. Will I pay extra for edited images? No! In fact, I deliver all images taken with basic editing done. For weddings I do minor retouching and cleaning up. I do not do extensive photoshop work within the rate like replacing the sky or removing people in the background and such but all basic editing is included in the quote. I don't have a max. cap of images as I only discard completely unusable images like the ones that are blurred out or compositionally bad. Otherwise you will receive all images with basic editing done which you can download as JPEGs.
*Please keep in mind that I charge an upfront booking fee which is non-refundable.*
Overview
Hired 57 times
Background checked
2 employees
14 years in business
Business hours
Sun5:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2024
2021
2020
Services offered
Photoshoot type
Proposal photoshoot
Posed engagement photoshoot
Photo style
Traditional posed
Candid
Artful composition and lighting
Natural or environmental
Wedding photographer also needed
Yes
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Boris R.
May 8, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Great experience. Nick was very flexible with the timing and was super responsive over text. This is super important for a surprise engagement shoot. I really appreciated how he was able to be available when I needed him and he made our special moment so much easier to achieve. Very much recommend for a surprise engagement shoot. His turn around was much quicker than expected and the pics came out great!
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Ability to purchase prints online • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Sandhya r.
Apr 5, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Nick to shoot a religious event in our house, the event was on two different days and Nick was timely and professional throughout the process.
Nick was friendly, professional, easy to work with and very accommodating. I had several specific requirements on how the photos should be shot, the contract, what was needed during the ceremony etc. He addressed all of these asks patiently. Also after the first round of edits he addressed all our asks to crop, provide B&W and a few other edits that we requested. During the event he also accommodated not just our asks but also the asks of our guests which was really nice. He also provided all photos via usb in addition to online for a nominal fee which was great.
Details: Religious event • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive
NickNaq Photography(FIRST READ INTRO. IN PROFILE )'s reply
Thank you so much for hiring me. It was a pleasure shooting pictures for you and your family especially a big thanks to your mom who was so kind. I am always happy to accommodate all reasonable requests from all of my clients. I am so happy that you enjoyed the images.
Wedding and Event Photography
Michael L.
Oct 23, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
I enjoyed working with Nick throughout the entire process. I planned a surprise engagement photoshoot in SF and Nick was extremely knowledgable about the area so he was able to help guide and suggest places to achieve the best shot possible. His photos were very high quality and both me and my fiance(!) loved the end result. Would definitely recommend Nick to others!
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download
NickNaq Photography(FIRST READ INTRO. IN PROFILE )'s reply
Thanks, Michael! You guys were a pleasure to photograph and thank you so much for leaving the kind review here. I really appreciate it.
Wedding and Event Photography
Michelle S.
Jan 3, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Nick was really patient and spent extra time with us on the day of our shoot (engagementphotos). It was our first photo shoot, so we wanted some guidance on poses and what to do. Nick did a good job taking photos of us even when we felt awkward, but we do wish he gave us more ideas on what to do. Overall, he was very responsive and attentive to what we wanted during and post-shoot, so it was a great first experience. Thanks Nick!
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download
NickNaq Photography(FIRST READ INTRO. IN PROFILE )'s reply
Thank you guys for all your kind words. I will keep your suggestion in mind for my next shoot. I really appreciate the honest review.
Wedding and Event Photography
Sai Manjusha S.
Apr 20, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was wonderful to have Nick capture the event. He was right on time and delivered the final pictures in just 5 days. We loved the quality and moments of the pictures. Couldn’t have asked for more.
Thank you Nick. We are looking forward to working with you again.
Details: Birthday party • 25 - 49 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download
NickNaq Photography(FIRST READ INTRO. IN PROFILE )'s reply
Thank you so much for hiring me and trusting me throughout the whole process. You are one of my favorite clients. I was so happy to find that everyone at the birthday party was so nice and accommodating as well as understanding of the process of photography. You also gave me the freedom to take pictures without restrictions which as an artist I thrive on.
I look forward to working with you in the future.
Thank you so much again for hiring and trusting me!
Wedding and Event Photography
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Nabeel Naqvi
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have always charged a fair price for my services and all my customers should know that they will always be receiving high quality images with great customer service. I normally work within the clients budget so don't hesitate to reach out to me. Also, I charge a booking fee upfront which is non-refundable.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Typically I exchange a few messages online to get to know the project and then move on to speaking over the phone to decide details. I also have all my customers sign a contract so that each of us knows the expectations that we have from each other.
I am more than happy to meet with my clients prior to a the shoot as long as schedules permit.
After the shoot I give them a selection of pictures to choose from. I do not give RAW files and each package comes with a different number of edited images. I do not edit and deliver all images from the photoshoot.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been shooting professionally for over 7 years.