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SoftNest by Shiva

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I specialize in soft, natural photography that captures real connection and emotion in a relaxed and comfortable way. From surprise proposals and couples sessions to families and little moments in between, my goal is to create timeless images that feel genuine and full of warmth. I love guiding sessions in a way that feels easy and natural, so nothing looks overly posed or forced. My editing style is warm, cinematic, and true to the moment, with a focus on preserving emotion and beautiful light. Based in the Florida Gulf Coast area, I offer beach, sunset, family, couple, and proposal photography sessions with a calm and personalized experience from start to finish.
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Hired 8 times

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1 employee

Business hours

Sun9:00 am - 10:00 pmMon9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Zelle.

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Type of building

House

Apartment building

Commercial / office building

Condo / townhouse

Platform type

Drone

Fixed-wing aircraft / plane

Helicopter

Blimp

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Photos

Video clips

Full edited video

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Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.

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Tyler Z.

Jun 1, 2026

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Shiva was wonderful to work with. I hired her to discreetly photograph my engagement with my now fiancée and she captured the moment perfectly. She was very responsive from the beginning and through the whole process. She met us on the beach and my fiancée had no idea she was there until after I proposed. She helped make the moment special for both of us. Her photography was beautiful. She was quick with providing us the photos although she was very thorough with editing and selecting the best ones. Our jaws were on the floor when we saw the quality of her photography. We will treasure our photos forever and we are very thankful Shiva was a part of our day. Thank you Shiva! We could not recommend her more.

Details: I'm flexible • I'm flexible • Outdoors • One location • Physical proofs and prints • Album • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Aidan C.

May 18, 2026

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We had an amazing experience with our engagement photographer! She was incredibly responsive from the start and made the whole planning process feel easy and stress free. She stuck to our plan perfectly and played such a key role in making the proposal moment seamless. One of the best parts was how she stayed completely hidden during the proposal, which made the moment feel so natural and special. Afterward, she was so kind and easy to talk to, which helped us relax and enjoy the shoot even more. On top of all that, she edited and delivered the photos so quickly, and they turned out absolutely beautiful. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and professional photographer!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Album • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Chris E.

Jun 26, 2026

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Details: Proposal photoshoot • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • Physical proofs and prints • Album • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Arushi G.

1 month ago

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I had an amazing experience with my maternity photoshoot! She was incredibly patient, kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire session. She took the time to understand what I wanted and never made us feel rushed. Her friendly and humble nature made the experience so enjoyable, especially during pregnancy. The photos turned out beautiful, and she captured such precious moments perfectly. I truly appreciate her professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented photographer who genuinely cares about her clients.

Details: Maternity portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Physical proofs and prints • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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Vishnu P.

Apr 19, 2026

We had such a lovely time during our family photoshoot. The photographer was warm and patient, and made us feel comfortable right away. We especially loved how natural the photos turned out. We also received the edited photos, and they came out beautifully. We were really happy with them. Wishing them all the best as they grow!
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Shiva Shankari Kalaiselvan

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