Hello, my name is Nicholas Horton and I am a wedding photographer based out of Scottsdale, Arizona. In my twelve years of photographing portraits, I’ve transformed from a photographer who didn’t love weddings and engagements to one that raves about them. Why? I realized that photography doesn’t live in a box. Weddings today can consist of two people, or two hundred. They can be adventurous, fashionable, deeply personal, and most importantly - a lot of fun.
My photography background is deeply rooted in film and messing around in the darkroom. The digital age has made the profession more accessible than ever, but it is far from a replacement. While I shoot both digital and film, I rely on the latter to preserve a feeling and retain the emotions of the moment. I’ve spent most of my career experimenting with various film stocks, chemistry, and formats to create a style that is both unique and timeless. I’m still learning, and with every photo shoot I strive to experiment with something new, avoid trends, and tell a story with intricate detail.
To date, my photography career has taken me to ten states and three countries. I’ve had the privilege of working with over eighty amazing couples and some of the biggest vendors in the industry. I love what I do, and I am deeply grateful to be a part of one of the most important days in someone’s lifetime.
I’ve recently moved from wine country in Napa Valley, California to Arizona with my soon-to-be wife Nina and baby horse/monster dog, Barley. Outside of my wedding life I’m also an occupational therapist and shoot commercial work. Please feel free to reach out to me and view more of my work at www.njhorton.com and/or follow me on Instagram @njhortonphotos. You can also follow my dog @barlythedog, it’ll boost his self esteem.
