The holiday season can be hectic. This is your reminder to slow down and make some precious memories with your family. I am so thankful for each and every client who trusted me to take their family photos this year but I’m really looking forward to some time off for the holidays and spending lots of time with my niece and nephews.
Anne-Marie : Bridals
Anne-Marie is officially a MRS!! She looked as stunning as ever as a bride. She is one of the most beautiful people I know, inside and out.
Venue : Fairfax House, Franklin, LA





















Hudson : 6 Months Old
Can’t even believe this little one is half a year old! Feels like yesterday that I was taking my little buddy’s newborn photos! Still lots of hair and still such a cutie!! Love this little family.

















Gautreau : Family Session
Can you believe this was a 30 minute family session? It’s true! It only takes half an hour to get some great family photos. There will never be a perfect time, so stop putting it off!! I promise you will never regret it.
This session included toddler meltdowns, lots of emotions and lots of sweat, but all you can see here is a beautiful family with the cutest kids and they get to have these photos FOREVER!!













Sigur : Arthur 1 Year →
Always a good time with the Sigur crew. I’ve loved watching these 3 boys grow over the last few years and I can’t even believe the littlest one is already A YEAR OLD!


















Genovese : Family Session
When you’re in town to visit family and sneak in a quick and easy session…
These three brothers are THE CUTEST! Obsessed with the little muddy feet walking down the gravel path. Here are a handful of my favorites from this half session.


















LeBlanc : Newborn + Family
Alice + Alden
Seems like yesterday that I was taking Alice’s newborn photos. Watching her with her little brother just melts my heart!!
Would you believe me if I told you this was a 30 min session? It’s true! :)




























Rhett : Newborn
Little brother Rhett, 6 days old
Big sister Marci, 3 years old
These two are going to be inseperable, I can tell. They reminded me of when my little brother was born and I claimed him as my own. Such a sweet bond for life and I can’t wait to watch these two sweet babies grow.

























Breaux : Family Session
Can you believe this full extended family session was THIRTY MINUTES?! Here are just a handful, but we got so much more. Every combination you can imagine, in just half an hour. Quick and easy! Mention this blog post when scheduling and get 5% off of any half session booked now through the end of May. nicolecarmenbell@gmail.com














Theriot : Family Session
The Theriot family has a special little place in my heart and I loved photographing their full family in the beautiful Jungle Gardens!





















Greyson : Spring Mini Session
G, March 2021
Location : Mom + Pop’s House



















Dustin : UL Grad 2021
UL-Lafayette 2021 Grad, Dustin
Location : UL campus (swamp/union and quad)













Laurie : Senior 2021
Laurie, LHS Senior 2021
Location : Lake Martin, Louisiana





















Bennett Michael : Newborn
About five years ago I met Bennett’s mom. We clicked instantly and the rest is history. Despite a 10 year age gap, we are one in the same. As much as she says she looks up to me for certain things, I do the same for her. I’m so proud of this mama and I can’t wait to watch her little boy grow. Na Na loves you, Bennett Michael!

















Alice : 2 Years Old
It’s always fun hanging with this cousin crew. Alice turned TWO and had her cousins over to celebrate! Alice’s mom made everyone the cutest boxes filled with LOTS OF FUN surprizes for everyone. We threw confetti, blew bubbles, and danced to some party jams. It was a super fun and super cute 2nd birthday party for sweet Alice!
Box of Fun : made by Alice’s mom
Chocolate Surprize Bombs : Bonne Vie Macarons @bonneviemacarons
Cake : Nothing Bundt Cakes @nothingbundtcakes





































Hudson Thomas : Newborn
Two week old itty bitty Hudson. He was a literal angel for his newborn session yesterday morning. He slept for the most part and didn’t make a peep. His mama must stare at him all day. He’s so cute and perfect.










Dauterive : Family + Newborn
A little late blogging this one, but just HAD to share this sweet family/newborn session! Baby Weston has the BEST big bro and big sis!! Lots of cuddles and kisses during this session.

























Satterfield : Family Session
Spent the late afternoon yesterday in beautiful New Orleans City Park with the Satterfields. I love this little family so much and can’t wait to watch Elliott Hayes grow!! The little teddy knit sweater, his chubby cheeks and perfectly round little head — it’s all too much! It was hard to choose just a few to post from this session. They’re all my favorites.






















Cecilia Jones : 1 Year Old
Can’t believe it’s been a full year + since I documented C’s arrival into the world. Time is a very strange thing. Feels like yesterday and feels like another lifetime ago all at the same time. Since then so much has happened, but one thing’s for sure - I have LOVED watching this little personality grow. We chose Lake Martin for our location and it did not disappoint. It was a perfect color palette and the rain held off for us.











































Sigur Family, Arthur Joseph : 6 Months Old
Arthur Joseph is 6 months old! Always a fun time with the Sigur crew. Behind the scenes get pretty wild and we couldn’t do it without their Memere always helping! I love every Sigur session and getting to see these boys grow up together.





















