Today we’d like to introduce you to Heather Nixon.
Heather, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I’m also a Marine Corps veteran, mom of three boys, and a woman who has been passionate about photography for as long as I can remember.
When someone asks me why I chose to photograph women, I always say it’s because women already struggle enough in this world. We’re constantly told to fit inside a box, to be smaller, quieter, or “more” of something we’re not. We battle with our bodies, our confidence, and the expectations that society places on us. Through my work, I aim to help women see themselves the way they truly are.. powerful, beautiful, and worthy, exactly as they are in this moment.
For much of my young adult life, I questioned my own beauty and worth. I searched for validation from others because I didn’t yet know how to find it within myself. After going through three pregnancies, a divorce, and the journey of rediscovering who I was, I learned that true confidence comes from self acceptance, not comparison or perfection.
That realization became the heartbeat of my business. Today, my purpose is to help women fall in love with themselves again, not the version society tells them to be, but the one they see when they finally give themselves permission to take up space. Through boudoir, I get to show them that power and self-love aren’t things you have to earn; they’re already yours.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Building a business from the ground up rarely is, especially when you’re doing most of it on your own. I’ve poured my heart and soul into Heather Nixon Photography. Every late night, every edit, every client experience, all while raising three boys and trying to find that eve -elusive balance between being a mom and being a business owner.
There were seasons when I’d be up editing until 2 a.m., only to wake up a few hours later to pack lunches and start the homeschool day. There were moments of burnout, self-doubt, and guilt. Guilt for working too much, guilt for not working enough. I think a lot of moms know that feeling of constantly being torn between two worlds that both need you fully.
As a Marine Corps veteran, I’ve always had that “figure it out and get it done” mindset, but even the toughest people hit walls. I’ve had to learn how to ask for help, how to rest without feeling lazy, and how to remind myself that I’m still allowed to chase big dreams while being a present mom.
It’s been challenging, but every struggle has shaped me into the woman and photographer I am today. It’s taught me strength, empathy, and the power of perseverance. And honestly, I wouldn’t change any of it. Those hard seasons gave me the depth and understanding I now bring to every woman who steps in front of my camera.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m the owner and photographer behind Heather Nixon Photography, a luxury boudoir studio in Greenville, Texas. I specialize in helping women reconnect with their confidence and fall back in love with who they are, right now, as they are.
Every session is an experience, not just a photoshoot. From professional hair and makeup to full posing guidance and same day image reveals, I create a space where women can truly let go and see themselves in a new light.
I’m known for my ability to make clients feel comfortable and seen, and for creating images that blend emotion, strength, and beauty. What sets me apart is the heart behind my work, I’ve lived the same journey so many of my clients are on. As a mom of three a wife and a veteran who’s rebuilt her confidence piece by piece, I know how powerful it is to see yourself through a new lens.
What I’m most proud of isn’t the photos themselves, it’s the transformation that happens in front of my camera. Watching a woman walk away standing taller, smiling bigger, and truly seeing herself, that’s the real magic!
Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
Growing up, I was definitely the adventurous one. I was always outside, exploring, asking questions, and usually getting in a little trouble at some point! I was endlessly curious about people and why they did what they did. I wanted to understand the why behind everything. Emotions, choices, stories, ALL of it! That curiosity is probably what led me to photography later in life, I’ve always been fascinated by the layers that make people who they are.
I was also incredibly independent and creative. I’d get lost in daydreams, writing, or creating things just for the joy of it. I’ve never been afraid to take a leap, even if I didn’t know where I’d land, and that’s a trait that’s followed me into adulthood.
Pricing:
- Session Fee Pricing – $500
- Beginning Investment – $699
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.heathernixonphotography.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathernixonphotography
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathernixonphotography
