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2014! & That’s a Wrap
01 Jan 2015
2014 came and went so fast. Last year, I could wait for 2014 to come because it meant I only had one semester left of college. Fast-forward a year, I am almost wishing I could go back and experience it all again. 2014 was truly a successful year for me…
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Wade // Two Management
24 Dec 2014
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Model: Wade of Two Management
Grooming: Magali Perets
Stylist & Photographer: Kara Nixon
I had been trying to shoot with Wade for a few months. He just switched from Vision LA to Two Management. As soon as he switched to Two, I received an email from his agent asking if…
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Nick // Ford Models
24 Dec 2014
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Model: Nick of Ford Models
Makeup: Sara Robey
Styling: Tai Kendrick, asst. Kacey Lynch
Photographer: Kara Nixon
I met up with the crew in Pasadena because Michele’s car can’t go on freeways, so she needed to stay as local as possible. We stayed so so local we went to her…
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Dallas // Wilhelmina LA
24 Dec 2014
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Model: Dallas of Wilhelmina LA
Styling: Dylan Razo
Photographer: Kara Nixon
Dallas met me and Dylan at FD Photo Studio in downtown LA. I had no idea this was his first shoot ever, so it was a good thing we had multiple models hanging out at the studio. I was…
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Cameron // BMG Models
24 Dec 2014
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Model: Cameron of BMG Models
Photographer: Kara Nixon
Cameron reached out to me after his agent told him about me. It took a few weeks to plan a shoot, but we made it happen, even amongst busy schedules and little light to shoot. He drove all the way to OC…
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Nate // Wilhelmina LA
23 Dec 2014
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Model: Nate of Wilhelmina LA
Styling & Photography: Kara Nixon
This was Nate’s first shoot ever. He had no idea what to expect, so it’s a good thing he started with me. I let him jump off rocks, run around and just be a playful 17 year old. Here’s a…
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Tuesdays with M
23 Dec 2014
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Model: Mike of MSA Models
Styling: Shaina Feldman
Photographer: Kara Nixon
Here is part of my lifestyle home series featuring Mike. Mike stopped by Shaina’s place and we went to work. It’s always a blast working with Mike.
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Man In Black
23 Dec 2014
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Model: Colin of Vision Los Angeles, No Ties San Diego & Next Miami
Photographer: Kara Nixon
Colin is one of my good friends and it is always a pleasure to work with him. This was only our second time working together, but let me tell you, each time we work…
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Micah // Vision Los Angeles
22 Dec 2014
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Model: Micah of Vision Los Angeles / Elite Miami
Grooming: Emily Wetzel
Photographer: Kara Nixon
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Kendall // Wilhelmina
16 Dec 2014
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Model: Kendall of Wilhelmina
Makeup: Magali Perets
Photographer & Styling: Kara Nixon
Kendall and I have been trying to schedule a shoot together for about a year or so now. We would plan a day and then something would come up or we would just miss each other in LA…
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Cait // Newmark
16 Dec 2014
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Model: Cait of Newmark Models
Makeup: Alicia WheelerStyling: Jill VincentPhotographer: Kara Nixon
I was really excited when Jules asked me to shoot with Cait. Jill and I decided on downtown LA, assuming it made sense for all of us to meet in LA. Cait and her sister Shannon are actually…
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Ricky // BMG Model
16 Dec 2014
Model: Ricky of BMG Models
Makeup: Abella Bala
Ricky contacted me about shooting and I was extremely excited to work with him. We met up in Santa Monica and explored a bit. Ricky brought his own clothes and Abella and I did our best to style him. Enjoy the photos…
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Fall & Holiday Mini Sessions
24 Nov 2014
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Fall & Holiday mini sessions are still in session. If you haven’t taken your family photos for your Christmas cards now is your chance! If you are still looking for the perfect gift for a friend, boyfriend/girlfriend, loved one, etc, here it is!
With each package, you and your loved…
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Jackie
06 Nov 2014
Jackie and I have been trying to shoot for a little while, so of course I made time for her before I left for New York. She was such a joy to be around and I am so blessed to call her a friend. She’s also the greatest gal who…
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Victoria
06 Nov 2014
Victoria and I had a quick session before I headed to New York this week. We met up after I got off work and just worked with the light we had readily available. The light went really fast, so we used my headlights to give us light, which gave us…
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A Rainy Day with Natalee
03 Nov 2014
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Natalee and I have been trying to shoot for a few months now, so I was excited to finally be able to shoot with her this past week. I am heading to New York in 2 days and I was in desperate need to get my portfolio on track for…
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A California Fall
27 Oct 2014
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Model: Christian
Photographer: Kara Nixon
Assistant: Parker
Christian & I have been friends for a while. It took forever for us to shoot – a year or two even! I was finally able to head down to his place in San Diego to do a shoot and I’m so stoked…
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Fall-O-Ween
27 Oct 2014
Coast Hills had a fall “BBQ” today! Of course the elders were there with their chili! My dad obviously made the best one, but Phil won, so congrats to Phil (major props to his son + friends for stuffing multiple votes for Phil in the jar hah!). I had the…
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Fall & Holiday Mini Sessions
26 Oct 2014
Here is an updated version of the fall & holiday mini sessions I am offering. Updated dates & this flyer officially says REFER A FRIEND & RECEIVE $25 OFF BOTH YOUR SESSIONS
Don’t forget, these are open to families, friends, roommates & couples!
Select graduating seniors applicable.**
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Email karabnixon@gmail.com to…
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Wedding Preview: Jenny + Patrick
26 Oct 2014
Pat has been a good friend of mine for a long time, so I was honored when he asked me to photograph their engagement pictures and then again when he asked me to photograph their wedding. It was such a wonderful wedding, so much fun that I had to post…
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A Minimal Sexy
23 Oct 2014
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Model: Kellyn of Two Management
Styling: Shaina Feldman of Stylehouse 13
Photographer: Kara Nixon
It was honestly such a pleasure to work with Kellyn. It was like she read my mind as we were creating. It was so easy to work with her. I couldn’t help but keep shooting because…
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LETGOdwork Summer Lookbook
14 Oct 2014
I am just releasing the photos from the summer lookbook for LETGOdwork here on my blog. This was a time consuming blog to put together, as there were so many great images to choose from! It took quite some time to narrow it down. The main reason I am posting…
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Exploring Culver City
09 Oct 2014
Every Thursday is testing day for me. This past Thursday, I headed to Culver City to explore. I had the pleasure of shooting with two handsome guys – one from Two & one from DT Model Management
Charlie and I met up at Bar Nine Collective. It was Charlie’s first…
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17 Forever
09 Oct 2014
Models: Brighton & Jeremy of PYD Model Management, KJ of Two Management & Milena of Vision Los Angeles
Makeup & Hair: Sarah Sass of Ooo La La
Stylist: Jill Vincent
Photographer: Kara NIxon
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I entitled this set 17 Forever because this day was all about being 17 again. “Oh to…
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Fall & Holiday Mini Sessions
09 Oct 2014
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I am currently booking for fall & holiday mini sessions. There sessions are 20 minutes and open to families, friends, roommates, couples, siblings, and there is even limited availability to solo sessions. These are completely affordable, especially during a money-spending time. If these dates don’t work for you, feel free…