Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but every living being holds its own inherent worth.
My fine art photography aims to reveal the natural beauty and worth in even the smallest details, from humble weeds to tiny creatures often overlooked.
About Naomi
Naomi is an award-winning fine art & wedding photographer, wilderness enthusiast, and educator.
Her work has been described as ethereal and magical. She uses a hint of minimalism with uncluttered compositions and soft color palettes.
Her mission is to inspire others to protect and (re)connect with nature by sharing beautiful photographs of our amazing planet.
Naomi currently resides on the West Coast of Canada, on Vancouver Island.
A passion for (re)connecting with nature & purpose with her work
For much of my 40+ years on this earth, I struggled with the need to make everything perfect, especially myself. But behind a relatively successful exterior, I hid feelings of not being good enough and struggled with imposter syndrome for years. Today, I share my art to illuminate the inherent beauty in every living thing, including ourselves. Imperfections are what make us beautiful and we all are “perfect” in our very own way, a truth I’ve come to embrace.
Photography is more than freezing moments; it’s a gateway to self-expression. This may sound a bit unconventional, but I believe in the transformative power of nature photography. It’s an invitation to embrace quietness and create from a place of inner joy. Studies have shown that time in nature — as long as people feel safe — is an antidote for stress. I encourage you to pursue your artistic passion in the great outdoors, whatever that may look like for you.
Meaningful journeys are rarely easy, and like most of you reading this, mine has been filled with unexpected peaks and valleys. Photography has always been there for me to help me through my lowest points. And, while my journey is far from over, I am grateful for every moment I get to live in this beautiful world.
Thank you for being here and exploring my artwork.
When I’m not photographing weddings, you’ll probably still find a camera in my hand. In my “off-time” I love to photograph nature, specifically the forest and the wilderness of Vancouver Island.
Below is a selection of my favourite images taken over the last decade or so. Most of them are from Vancouver Island, but many come from around or near my previous home in San Pedro, Spain.
Learn nature photography on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC. We explore amazing places around Victoria, BC as well as private access to a lush 400 acre property with waterfalls and amazing ocean views.
Private Lessons & Small Groups
Nature-Inspired Photography Workshops
When you work with me, I’ll make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed. (It’s not your job to be a professional model!)
We will have fun, and you can totally be yourself. If you need a little direction because you don’t know what to do, I’ll offer posing suggestions, or give you something to do so you can focus on a task instead of the camera.
Wanna chat? Call me at 778-677-2312!
EXCELLENT Based on 83 reviews alex IstrateNovember 30, 2023. Great photos!! Love her work Mollie MillerNovember 29, 2023. Not only are our photos incredible but Naomi is amazing. We reached out to her when the weather prevented us from getting the pics we wanted on our wedding day and decided to try to find a photog on our honeymoon. We are from Texas and honeymooning in Canada. Naomi was so incredibly helpful listening to our vision and researched finding the perfect location. She was professional and helpful in finding the best shots and letting us just create our own vibe. Would 10/10 recommend and would not hesitate to use her services again should we find ourselves in Victoria again. Thank you so much Naomi!! CaitlynNovember 25, 2023. Naomi was extremely wonderful to work with! We have a 10.5 month old and had no big expectations for how our photos would turn out (not easy to get her to cooperate for a photo). Naomi and her mom (?) were so accommodating at trying to help and distract her to get some nice photos. She even offered to take some individual photos of our daughter as well, really focusing on trying to get her to smile and look at the camera. We were so happy with how the photos turned out, it was hard to determine which ones we liked the most. Very quick and easy to communicate with, would definitely recommend! Annie CraigNovember 25, 2023. We have had our Christmas photos taken by Naomi for the past three years and they have always turned out fabulous! She works with you to make sure you are getting what you want and is also very prompt in returning emails and getting your photos to you quickly. She is also VERY patient and sweet with young children :). 100% would recommend. Raman HariNovember 7, 2023. My outdoor headshot session with Naomi was fantastic. It was quick and she made me feel super comfortable. I needed the pictures 3 days after our photoshoot, and she got them back to me even quicker than that. Loved the end result! Susan YoungOctober 31, 2023. Working with Naomi was a great experience. She was prompt, professional, and took great pictures with a reluctant subject! I highly recommend her. Colin GrovesSeptember 18, 2023. Naomi was so professional, organized, and responsive from the first email until after our wedding, and the photos we got from the day are absolutely stunning. She really is an extremely gifted photographer and the quality of her shots was exceptional. Naomi had so many great suggestions to take advantage of the lighting and surroundings of our venue, was quick to adapt to changes in our fast-paced day, and the candid shots of our guests and were captured beautifully. 10/10! Kirk ClyneAugust 28, 2023. Naomi did a fantastic job with our wedding ceremony photographs. We told her we wanted candid shots only, with natural and intimate moments and she really delivered exactly the kind of thing we were looking for. She really captured the energy of the day, and almost every one of her shots is pretty great. We never noticed her during the ceremony, and yet it's clear she moved around constantly, getting things from different angles and distances. She did talk us into taking a few posed photos, of us, us and our families, and even a big group shot, and we're so glad she did. Those came out lively too and provide a nice record of the day. I can't recommend her enough. Esther HackAugust 27, 2023. Naomi was awesome! I am grateful that my husband found Naomi to be our wedding photographer. We are blessed to have had such a kind, sweet, and professional wedding photographer. Our wedding pictures turned out excellent. I would say 100/100 or 100 stars to Naomi. Thank you Naomi! Tin & I will recommend you to our family and friends. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Alison LoveJune 28, 2023. We needed headshots for several people and needed them stat! Naomi was able to fit us in quickly and had the edited photos in our hands within a couple days. Not only was she super efficient, but the photos turned out perfectly and captured the spirit of each individual and the group. Big thanks to Naomi for her professionalism and for making this process so fun and easy for us. Highly recommend her if you need photos done for any occasion!
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Fine Art Photography, Families & Fantasy on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.