My name is Nik Gowin. The best part of my job is making portraits that feel real.

I built Bear Bones photography to celebrate being unforgettable. Every image begins a structure of energy, personality, and authenticity that already exists within each human. My business is in harnessing that. From there, whether your vision is bold and maximalist or simple and refined, each layer feels right because the core is solid and honest. The work is earthy and polished, with a touch of whimsy — always centered on the truth of the subject.

Bear Bones is about building portraits that hold weight, resonate, and endure. If the photo feels like you, the magic is there.