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St. Louis Family Portraits | Pure Joy

Fall is in full swing in Saint Louis and last night was perfect for family portraits! The rain held off long enough to allow us to capture some fun moments of this family. They are so sweet together. I think that a single word can describe this family – JOY! They have an ease about them that is so comforting and brings much happiness to all family members. Mom mentioned that she doesn’t get in front of the camera much as she’s usually the one behind the lens. I’m sure most of us moms can relate. I know that I’m guilty of that myself. Always taking pictures of family moments and then I forget to give the camera to someone to document that I was actually there too. I think it’s so important for us parents to get in front of the camera, even when it’s not comfortable, as it’s such a wonderful gift to our children and the generations to come. I know that I love looking at images of my mom, grandmother, great grandmother and other family members from my childhood as well as those before I was even born. I’m so happy that these parents decided to get out of their comfort zone a bit for the sake of documenting their family. Check out their blog, Third Story(ies). Super cute blog documenting their family and all their projects. They are quite the creative bunch! In the meantime, enjoy their sneak peek. Just one image for now, but many more to come!

St. Louis Family Portraits taken by Yvonne Niemann Photography

Athens, Georgia | info@yvonneniemannphotography.com

706.713.0676

Happy 20th birthday to my sweet Lily Mae! 

Twenty years ago today, I had no idea how completely my world was about to change. I still remember all the little details - the morning walk, making homemade cinnamon bread, the doctor’s appointment that unexpectedly turned into a hospital stay, the movie we watched while we waited for your arrival, the sweet nurses and doctors that helped welcome you into the world (thank you Mike for the epidural)…and then the moment they placed you on my chest and we met for the very first time.

I could not have asked for a better daughter. I am so incredibly proud of the woman you have become and love watching you find your own way in this world. I cannot wait to see where life takes you next.

No matter how grown you are, you will always be my baby girl. Happy 20th, Lily Mae. You are my whole world. 🤍
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Happy birthday to this sweet boy! 

It has been such an honor to photograph him throughout his little life - and especially special to spend the evening before his big day capturing this season with his family.

We chose a beautiful park with easy access and very little walking, yet plenty of gorgeous spots for portraits. Add in that golden evening light, and it truly felt like a little bit of magic. 

Wishing you the happiest birthday and a wonderful year ahead!
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There’s something so timeless about a classic heirloom portrait. 

A customized heirloom session gives us more time to create a variety of images and allows you to choose from several backdrop options to best complement your style. 

For this Simplicity Session in my home studio, we used one of my hand-painted canvas backdrops for a soft, traditional look that feels beautifully timeless.

Simple clothing, sweet expressions and portraits made to be treasured for generations.
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School is in full swing here in the Athens, GA area! Hope everyone has a great school year and that you take time as often as you can to have some fun. 
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These sweet little expressions are so fleeting. The curious eyes, tiny smiles and all the personality that seems to change by the day. 

And when a little reassurance is needed, mom’s arms are always right there within reach.

One of the things I love most about baby portrait sessions in my  home studio - simple, timeless images that preserve exactly who they are in this moment.
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