Photo Shoots in Albany, OR

Hi, I am Nick— a photographer and videographer who believes that capturing your story should feel as easy and natural as living it. Whether you’re planning a wedding, celebrating an engagement, organizing a corporate event, or simply updating your headshots, I’m here to make the experience relaxed, fun, and stress-free. With a professional eye and a passion for high-quality storytelling, I deliver polished, stunning content you’ll be proud to share. Let’s bring your vision to life, and maybe even have a little fun along the way!

NICE TO MEET YOU! Hi there, I'm Heidi, the lady behind Heidi Rakas Photography. I specialize in natural, timeless newborn photography that captures the quiet, emotional moments of your baby’s earliest days. My approach is relaxed and baby-led, ensuring a stress-free experience for you and your family. With a cozy home studio in Eugene, I’ve created a warm and inviting space where parents can truly enjoy the session—complete with a play area for siblings, lattes for parents, and a thoughtfully curated client closet. I also offer in-home and Fresh 48 sessions for those who want to document these fleeting moments in a familiar setting. My style is organic, minimal, and emotive, blending traditional newborn portraits with lifestyle photography to create images that feel both natural and deeply personal. I focus on preserving these moments as heirloom-quality artwork, offering beautifully crafted albums and fine art prints so your memories can be cherished for generations. Every family’s story is unique, and I’m honored to help tell yours through heartfelt, timeless images. With a background as a special education teacher, I bring patience and understanding to every photography session, especially when working with children. It’s such a gift to photograph timeless keepsakes that celebrate the love and connection within families, and I’d love to share it with you!

Capturing the people and world around me with a camera has always been my passion. I strive to emphasize the nature of human beauty through my lens.

Wedding Videography and Photography: You’re going to want to remember your wedding day. Trust me: For my wedding I had a first-time wedding photographer and no videographer. It was such a wonderful day but we can’t go back and watch our wedding day. We’ll capture your joy and allow you to share it with all of your friends and family that couldn’t make it. We’ll tell the story of your whole wedding day so you can remember it forever. Watch one of our films to see what we mean. After you’ve watched our work and read our reviews, contact us so we can setup a phone call, Zoom, or FaceTime. Wedding photography is $350 per hour and that includes 20 pictures per hour edited. For $450 per hour we edit all of the best photos we take per hour (it can be over 100 for a wedding) Wedding videography packages start at $2,499. Our most popular package is $3,499 and includes a wedding trailer, a highlight film, full ceremony film, full wedding toasts, and full formal dances.