My name is Chris Erica: I am married to the man of my dreams, a mother of 5 ranging in age from 5 to 24 years old. Some of my kids are adopted, some are not. Some are autistic, some are not. I am super awkward. I forget names and sometimes call my kids by the dogs name. I LOVE photography but not as much as I love my family.

I am also a lover of Mini Dachshunds, French bulldogs, hairless cats (who I wish to own one day), the curious and odd. I will watch & rewatch Outlander as many times as I can, no shame and Harry Potter too! I have a strong case of wanderlust, and a passion for music from heavy metal to mindless pop. I am connoisseur of tattoo's having well over 20 pieces. My hair color is permanently unnatural, although I was born a brunette. 

I wanted to be a photographer since I was 13 years old and the photographer James Nachtwey is who drew me to the art. As an adult I still loves his anti war photography and I also love David LaChapelle for his use of color and surrealistic imagery.


My work has been featured  in

Bella Beverly Lingerie

Veils & Vows

Ratchet + Wrench Magazine

Razor & Tie

103.9 The Bear

Bull Magazine

Wedding Day

I am married to the man of my dreams, a mother of 5 ranging in age from 5 to 23 years old. Some of my kids are adopted, some are not. Some are autistic, some are not. I am super awkward. I forget names and sometimes call my kids by the dogs name. I LOVE photography but not as much as I love my family.

I am also a lover of Mini Dachshunds, French bulldogs, hairless cats (who I wish to own one day), riding horses, the curious and odd. I will watch & rewatch Outlander as many times as I can, no shame and Harry Potter too! I have a strong case of wanderlust, and a passion for music from heavy metal to mindless pop. I am connoisseur of tattoo's having well over 20 pieces. My hair color is permanently unnatural, although I was born a brunette. 

I wanted to be a photographer since I was 13 years old and the photographer James Nachtwey is who drew me to the art. As an adult I still loves his anti war photography and I also love David LaChapelle for his use of color and surrealistic imagery.



Hey There!

Hey There!

I'M CHRIS ERICA

I'M CHRIS ERICA

PHOTO  BY wild elegance

Mentoring

Mentoring

Are you a newer photographer who would like to get some experience under your belt? Have you been doing this for a little bit, but are lost with the business side or need help growing your skills behind the camera? Are you brand new and need to learn how to use your camera in manual mode or how to understand lighting?

If you answered yes to any of those then I would be happy to help!

I am available for the below mentoring types in the genres of Wedding, Couples & Boudoir

1 on 1 Mentoring in Person w/Model - $450 per session (1-2 hours)
1 on 1 Mentoring in Person w/Model Series - 4 Sessions for $1500
1 on 1 Mentoring Via Zoom (Q&A) - $250 (60 Minutes)
1 on 1 Mentoring Via Zoom (Q&A) Series - 4 Sessions for $850
Camera 101 in Person or Via Zoom - $250 (60 Minutes)
Off Camera Lighting 101 in Person - $450 per session (1-2 hours)
CRM (Honeybook) Assistance & Setup - Starting at $250
Wedding Shadow Opportunities - Please inquire for more information


Are you a newer photographer who would like to get some experience under your belt? Have you been doing this for a little bit, but are lost with the business side or need help growing your skills behind the camera? Are you brand new and need to learn how to use your camera in manual mode or how to understand lighting?

If you answered yes to any of those then I would be happy to help!

I am available for the below mentoring types in the genres of Wedding, Couples & Boudoir




1 on 1 Mentoring in Person w/Model - $450 per session (1-2 hours)
1 on 1 Mentoring in Person w/Model Series - 4 Sessions for $1500
1 on 1 Mentoring Via Zoom (Q&A) - $250 (60 Minutes)
1 on 1 Mentoring Via Zoom (Q&A) Series - 4 Sessions for $850
Camera 101 in Person or Via Zoom - $250 (60 Minutes)
Off Camera Lighting 101 in Person - $450 per session (1-2 hours)
CRM (Honeybook) Assistance & Setup - Starting at $250
Wedding Shadow Opportunities - Please inquire for more information




Horse Rental

Horse Rental

My boy Pugsly is available for photographers to rent for the following session types:

Couples
Weddings
Glam (i.e. flying dress etc)
Unicorn
Pegasus
and more....

My boy Pugsly is available for photographers to rent for the following session types:

Couples
Weddings
Glam (i.e. flying dress etc)
Unicorn
Pegasus
and more....

Requirements:

Photographer must have liability insurance that lists Nico Studios LLC as other named insured for the date of use. Your insurance must be aware you are using an animal and if requested I will provide copy of my equine liability insurance if requested. 

Signed contract between Nico Studios LLC and Photographer as well as a sign liability waiver from all participants.

Pricing:

Please send a detailed inquiry with the following information...

Type of Session / Event
Date Requested
Location of Session / Event
How Many Hours Requested

Once I receive this information I can provide you with a detailed estimate of cost. If you have a request for something other than I have listed please reach out & we can chat. 

Requirements:

Photographer must have liability insurance that lists Nico Studios LLC as other named insured for the date of use. Your insurance must be aware you are using an animal and if requested I will provide copy of my equine liability insurance if requested. 

Signed contract between Nico Studios LLC and Photographer as well as a sign liability waiver from all participants.

Pricing:

Please send a detailed inquiry with the following information...

Type of Session / Event
Date Requested
Location of Session / Event
How Many Hours Requested

Once I receive this information I can provide you with a detailed estimate of cost. If you have a request for something other than I have listed please reach out & we can chat. 

Preset

Presets

Love the Nico Studio Warm & Bold Editing Style?
The Warm & Bold LR Preset is Now Available for Purchase!

Love the Nico Studio Warm & Bold Editing Style? The Warm & Bold LR Preset is Now Available for Purchase!

Nico Studios Warm & Bold LR Preset $55.00
This beautiful preset will make your colors pop while giving it a nice warm glow. Compatible with LR Classic.

Nico Studios Warm & Bold LR Preset $55.00
This beautiful preset will make your colors pop while giving it a nice warm glow.
Compatible with LR Classic.

SenD

Please make sure you have read the info section and viewed the pricing. It will help speed things along in our communication!
-Chris Erica

574-952-0233

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STUDIO Located in south bend indiana.
available for on location sessions everywhere.
NICO STUDIOS SERVES ALL, WE ARE LGBTQIA FRIENDLY & WELCOME ALL RELIGIONS

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SenD

Please make sure you have read the info section and viewed the pricing. It will help speed things along in our communication! Talk soon! -Chris Erica

By Appointment Only
Trigon Building Suite 303
224 W Jefferson Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601

nico.studios1@gmail.com
574-952-0233
Mon-Fri: 10AM-6PM 
Saturday & Sunday Closed

STUDIO located in south bend indiana.
AVAILABLE FOR ON LOCATION SESSIONS EVERYWHERE.

NICO STUDIOS SERVES ALL, WE ARE LGBTQIA FRIENDLY & WELCOME ALL RELIGIONS

Thank you! Your message has been sent. we will contact you shortly!

You can also click the link below and schedule a phone consultation that fits your schedule right now

Schedule your call!

Ready to chat now?
click here to schedule a consultation call!