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Recent Work

Our Most Recent Work

Y2K-inspired drag brunch hosted at The Maxwell in Raleigh, North Carolina. This event benefited the Crape Myrtle Festival and was captured by Nikki Whitt Belch of Fancy This Photography on March 11, 2025.

Katie & John | Morehead City Engagement

Witness the sweet love and romance of Katie Brown and John Gaito’s Morehead City engagement session. Before Nikki captured their stunning fall wedding at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, she headed to the coast to photograph the couple in one of their favorite places.

Dr. Marina Harris | Bloom Psychology

The entire Fancy This Photography team loves keeping up with former clients, so when Dr. Marina reached out for a professional branded photo shoot for her Apex NC therapy business, Nikki was all in.

Martha’s Groovy Birthday Party at Whitaker & Atlantic

Step back in time with Martha’s groovy-themed birthday party at Whitaker and Atlantic in Raleigh, NC! From sparkling sequin décor and vibrant lighting to a glowing dance floor that brought the retro vibes to life, this event was a showstopper. Fancy This Photography captured every detail, ensuring the memories of this incredible celebration live on. Whether it’s a birthday bash or a corporate event, professional photography turns your special moments into timeless treasures. Explore how we can make your next event unforgettable!

The Cookery Durham NC

The Cookery Durham NC is one of the Triangle area’s top warehouse venues for weddings and private events. A private party with a lively Mexican fiesta theme, photographed by Nikki Whitt Belch, founder and owner of Fancy This Photography.

Styled Shoot for Heart of NC Weddings

Images and behind-the-scenes details from a styled NCMA wedding in Raleigh NC. The event was planned by Amy Plant-Perdue, owner of Plume Events, for the 2025 edition of Heart of NC Weddings magazine.

Haley & Nathan's NC Engagement

Buckle up and enjoy Haley and Nathan’s seriously romantic, fiery, heart-melting engagement session in Oxford NC. Amanda Law, partner photographer with Fancy This Photography, captured the couple’s engagement photos as their date in downtown Oxford unfolded.

Branding Photography

Nikki Whitt Belch was honored to capture professional images for Nina’s website, Centering.Life. In addition to wedding and family photography, Fancy This Photography specializes in branding and headshot photography.

Grace & Jack | The Mayton Wedding

On Feb. 8, 2025, Grace Burton and Jack Sinopoli said “I do” at The Mayton Cary NC wedding venue. This isn’t the first time Nikki Whitt Belch, founder and owner of Fancy This Photography, has photographed a wedding at this venue. Learn more.

The Martchek Maternity Photo Shoot

We are thrilled to share Emily Martchek and Daniel Martchek’s maternity photo shoot on the blog! Have we mentioned how much Fancy This Photography loves capturing maternity sessions? This blog post is full of beautiful, heartfelt maternity photo shoot ideas—from cozy crib-side portraits to intimate front porch moments.

Posts tagged skillpop photography class

February Wedding and Special Events in the Raleigh/Durham Area

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in the NC Triangle Area

Wednesday, February 12th

I am teaching my Intro to Photography SkillPOP class at the Mayton Inn from 6:30pm-8:30pm. To sign up please visit the link HERE.

Saturday, February 15th

The Cloth Mill Winter Wedding Showcase from 11am-1pm

Sunday, February 23rd

Rickhouse Bridal Show from 12pm-3pm

Wednesday, February 26th

Quarterly Mini Headshot Day
- Sessions are 20 minutes long and clients receive 3 high-res digital images for personal use. For more information, see the blog post HERE. You must email me at nikki@fancythisphotography.com to book your time slot.

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