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Chicago! Our First Family Vacation!!!

We had a wonderful time in the windy city of Chicago (which wasn’t actually windy at all while we were there). This was our first official family vacation together where we weren’t off visiting family or friends in Kansas. Lily had a great time seeing the sites and we had a great time watching her take it all in.

Lily loved the big buildings.
Had to stop from time-to-time to capture a few for her along the way!

First stop! Navy Pier!
It was just a few blocks from our Hotel, so it was perfect for our first outing on arrival day!

Lily said the ferris wheel was too high, so we took in the view from the ground.

Playing in the fountain was so much fun! Perfect end for our first day in Chicago!
This image just melts my heart! They look SO happy and it’s a moment I’ll always cherish!

It rained our first night, but by morning, it was BEAUTIFUL! Lily woke up excited and couldn’t wait to start the day. First thing…climb up the window for a better view of the city!

We decided to walk instead of taking the L. Best decision!

We stopped at a lot of parks along the way to the Aquarium and History Museum.
Lily loved the whales (sorry, no pics to share here…)
The History Museum was a big hit!

Lily really liked the dinosaurs and of course…the views!

On our way back up north toward our hotel, we stopped for a wine tasting. Lily was tuckered, so while she slept, we enjoyed some adult time.

Had to take a portrait of myself too!


And, of course I had to take a portrait of my love.
This was our 11 year anniversary and those eyes melt me every time I look into them.
Ahhh…how I can’t believe how lucky I am to grow old with this man!


Michael had heard about this great German restaurant and boy was it ever delicious!
We left with smiles on our faces, humming Sinatra with bellies full and a new cookbook in tow!
(please tell me we’re not the only ones who take pics of the places we eat…)

Our last full day in the 2nd City, we walked up north and enjoyed the sites from the Hancock Center, did some shopping, went to the beach, enjoyed some deep dish pizza and explored the area!

On the way home, we stopped in south city (yes, I know…) and ate at Calumet Fisheries.
I highly recommend it! Best smoked seafood EVER!
After that, we headed on home listening to Counting Crows almost all the way back to St. Louis and counting our blessing along the way!

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I had the honor to photograph this soon to be grad for his senior portraits. I have been photographing him and his family for the past 10 years. Surreal to watch him grow into a young man and get ready to embark on his college career. UNG will be happy to have him! 
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Make sure to get those little details for your graduation portraits. You won't regret it!
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Lots of senior portraits this week as we begin the final countdown to graduation for the class of 2025. 

This senior is heading to Georgia College & State University this Fall. Exciting time for him as he embarks on his next phase of life. Congrats! 

There is still some time to be added to the calendar if you are still wanting senior portraits before the end of the school year. Send a message for details.
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It's happening!!!! Next month the class of 2025 will be graduating and starting their next chapter. There is still time to get your senior portraits done for announcements and invites. Schedule your session today! 
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Spent some time in Savannah while on Spring break. Such a great way to relax and decompress with family and one of Lily's friends. Had to stop at one of my favorite stores - The Paris Market. What is your favorite shop in Savannah?
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It is officially Spring break here in Oconee County, GA!!!!! Time to let loose and have some fun. 
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It's probably not a big surprise, but I love photographing pretty things in nature during my free time. It brings me so much happiness!!!! Of course, there are times when I leave my camera at home, but most of the time it is with me where I can photograph things that catch my eye. Sometimes it is the way light filters through some trees, architectural elements kissed by the elements, delicate flowers, or vast landscapes. My favorite thing though are all the little details. I tend to isolate elements more than not. It is what I gravitate towards. 

If you like taking pictures, what are your favorite things to capture? Please share!!!!
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So proud of my girl. She has committed to Georgia College and will be moving to Milledgeville to start her college career this August. She is a true leader and I know she will find ways to utilize her talents while growing her skill and knowledge at GCSU. 

Love you baby girl! Excited for what is to come.
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I hold heirloom photography events each season, but also offer personalized heirloom sessions when you need a bit more time and variety in your images.

Differences in heirloom photography sessions:

Heirloom portrait events are short 15 minute time slots for an individual child. Siblings can be booked back to back to allow a sibling portrait. The background is a white backdrop.

The signature heirloom session lasts up to 90 minutes and can include multiple children and even family pets. You can choose to do the heirloom photography session at your home, outside or at the Yvonne Niemann Photography home studio. You can choose your backdrop as well as a few different sitting options. There are several different backdrops to choose from - white, gray, cream and hand painted muslins in various neutral shades. Sitting options include various stools, chairs, a bench and a settee. If you want other images that are not heirloom portraits, you can do that too during a signature heirloom photography session!

Simplicity heirloom sessions last 30 minutes and can be for an individual child who needs more time to warm up or would like to include a family pet or one other child. These sessions can be done at your home, outdoors or the Yvonne Niemann Photography home studio. You can also choose your backdrop as well as a sitting options.

If you are unsure of what type of heirloom photography session would fit your family/children best, don't hesitate to reach out. I am always happy to discuss options with you and to find the perfect fit for your needs.