About

Natalie is a photographer from Southern CA who also had an upbringing in Mansfield, TX. Through her photography, you can see her influence on the West Coast and tex mex culture. She loves color, nature, and fashion as part of her photography. She’s influenced by old cinema, such as Malena, City of God, and Blaxploitation. Her photography is romantic and moody, with a retro vibe. Natalie Ladines is a Southern California-based photographer with roots in Socal and Mansfield, Texas, blending the vivid warmth of West Coast and Tex-Mex culture in her work. As a photographer since 2017, Natalie’s journey has grown immensely, bringing an evolved sophistication to her style. Her love for color, nature, and fashion emerges in each shot, often influenced by classic cinema—her work carries echoes of films like Malena, City of God, and Blaxploitation classics. This cinematic influence shapes her romantic and moody aesthetic, delivering a retro vibe that feels timeless and bold.

Natalie's style captures an emotional depth, blending softness with striking visuals. She is drawn to vibrant landscapes, retro 70’s fashion, and moody lighting, evoking a nostalgic feel that connects with her diverse heritage and her own path of self-discovery. Her recent work includes a growing interest in short films, music videos, and documentaries, and she continues to deepen her creative expression by guiding others in photography. Her beginner workshops reflect her commitment to teaching fundamentals like ISO, F-stop, shutter speed, composition, and lighting, empowering new photographers to find their voice while integrating her distinctive, evocative app