aloha, I’m ADRIANE NICOLE
Photographer | Calligrapher | Creative Storyteller
for Women Who Want to Remember What Matters
I help women and creative entrepreneurs capture the beauty of their stories — through both imagery and ink.
Whether I'm behind the lens at a branding session or teaching a calligraphy workshop, everything I create is grounded in intention, artistry, and joy. My work celebrates the everyday magic: a powerful portrait, a hand-lettered heirloom, or a quiet detail that deserves to be remembered.
While I’ve grown up across places like Japan and Hawai‘i, I was born in California and proudly call it home today. It's here that I create, teach, and serve women with heart-led photography and elegant calligraphy that tells their stories beautifully.
If you’re here for photos, lettering, or a little of both — you’re in the right place.
Mom Life: I have two incredible teenage kids and our lovable pug, Doug—who, by the way, is officially famous as Mr. December in a 2025 calendar. Iconic, right?
Cruise Chronicles: In 2024, I went on my first cruise with my boyfriend (R) and explored Copenhagen, Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and breathtaking spots in Norway and Iceland (Akureyri, Reykjavik, Isafjordur). Oh, and I learned to play roulette—let’s just say beginner’s luck is real!
Privacy, Please: While I love sharing my creative work, I also deeply value privacy—both mine and my clients’. I believe some moments are meant to be cherished offline, and I bring that same respect into every photography session and creative collaboration.
a few fun facts
ABOUT ME
📚 Book: The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros – dragons, love, adventure… what’s not to love?
📺 TV Show: Meh… nothing’s hitting the spot lately. Recommendations welcome!
🍰 Recipe: Japanese Strawberry Cake – light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet.
🖊️ Pen: This Uni-ball Signo 0.28mm Pen – the chef’s kiss of pens.
my current
obsessions
🚢 Cruise to the Mexican Riviera: Coming this April with R—sunsets, ocean breezes, and exploring coastal towns.
🛫 Europe & Beyond: Visiting my friend and exploring Europe like a local. Think mundane routines, small coffee shops, quiet hikes, and lingering sunsets.
🌺 Family Roots Tour: Visiting Hawaii, Japan (Iwakuni), and finally making it to the Philippines for the first time—something deeply meaningful to me as a Filipino who’s never been.
BUCKET LIST
adventures
creative
rituals
☕ Caffeine First, Always: A warm cup of coffee or tea sets the tone.
🛋️ Couch Rotting: Yes, sometimes I just love sitting in stillness, scrolling, or staring into the void—it’s called recharging.
🎧 Background Noise: Whether it’s a chill playlist or the soft hum of silence, the right ambiance makes the magic happen.
let’s chat
Let’s make this fun! Here are a few ways to break the ice:
Tell me your go-to karaoke song—bonus points if it’s embarrassing. 🎤
What’s the best meal you’ve ever had while traveling? 🍲
If you could only use one pen for the rest of your life, what would it be? 🖊️
Dream vacation: Relaxing beach getaway or hiking through mountains? 🌊🏔️
Are you team early bird or night owl? 🌅🦉
Drop me a note at byadrianenicole@gmail.com or follow my creative journey on Instagram @byadrianenicole. I’d love to hear from you!
Please get in touch:
byadrianenicole@gmail.com
California, Hawaii, Japan
and available for worldwide assignments
capturing moments
crafting dreams
Life is a canvas and I've got the tools to create it.
With a camera in one hand and a calligraphy pen in the other, I am able to contrive them to capture souls and freeze moments, and create words that sings stories of light and love.
But hey, let's not forget my other obsessions – food and sleep! I'm an unapologetic foodie and a self-proclaimed professional sleeper. There's something magical about indulging in a delightful culinary experience and then drifting into a peaceful slumber, isn't there? It's in these moments of repose that my creative juices flow, inspiring me to dream bigger and bolder.