Welcome to Light and Life Studios 🤍

I’m Nina Dela Vega—a wife, mama, and San Diego-based lifestyle photographer with a heart for capturing real, meaningful moments.

Photography has been part of my life for years, starting as a creative outlet that slowly turned into something so much deeper. What began as a hobby grew into a passion, and over time, into a calling rooted in connection, storytelling, and faith.

There was a season where I had to rebuild my work from the ground up, and while it wasn’t easy, it reminded me why I do this in the first place. This isn’t just about photos—it’s about preserving moments that matter, the ones you don’t realize are so special until you’re looking back on them.

As a Christian wife and mom, my faith plays a huge role in how I see people and the stories I get to document. I believe in creating a space where you feel seen, comfortable, and fully present—so your photos reflect who you truly are, not just how you look.

Whether it’s motherhood, family, couples, or a milestone you want to hold onto, my approach is warm, true-to-color, and centered around genuine connection. I’ll guide you when needed, but I also leave room for the in-between moments—the ones that end up meaning the most.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to give you images that feel like you… and memories you can return to for years to come 🤍

I’m so glad you’re here, and I can’t wait to create something meaningful together!