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Lauren and David’s Family Session - Tomball, Texas

October 26, 2008 – 11:59 pm

One of my good friends from waaaay back, Lauren, was in town last weekend from Virgina Beach, VA, with her husband, David, and daughter, Kayla. We went to Kleb Woods Nature Preserve in Tomball, TX for their Christmas Card photos.

I’ve found a renewed obsession with my wide angle lens lately to incorporate the landscape and sky into many of my photographs. I love the little arbor…

Then we went over to some old farm equipment for some more posed photos.

Kayla is such a stinkin’ ham. (She gets it from her mom.) :p

But an adorable ham.

I’ve had this kick with laying on airport runways or roads lately…

Here’s the middle of the street.

We all know who’s boss. There’s no need to hide it.

We saved a little sunlight for some romantic photos of Lauren and David together…

What can I say, I always seem to bring out the best in people. Its a gift, I suppose…

Thank you guys! I hope to see you again soon!

By Kelly Niemann | Also posted in Children, Families, Kids | Comments (0)

Pewin and Xiaolei’s Wedding - Houston, TX

October 22, 2008 – 9:08 am

Pewin and Xiaolei had a very elegant and small intimate wedding this summer in Houston. I say “in Houston” because they’re having four weddings!

This lovely couple is finally going to be spending some time together after being apart. One is from Vancouver, BC, the other attending school in Connecticut (both by way of Shanghai, China). So, yes, apparently people do have destination weddings IN Houston!

Regardless, here’s the Houston leg of the tour for this absolutely gorgeous couple!

Arriving at the church…

Rock star wedding shoes:

Such a beautiful bride! Isn’t she absolutely stunning?

(She thought I was silly for standing on a chair, but whatever…) :p

The church was so pretty! Flowers everywhere! (and I love flowers!)

Lighting the unity candle…

… and exchanging the rings.

This was Pewin’s traditional Chinese dress that she wore for the reception. It was so detailed and beautiful!

Their reception was held at the Remington restaurant in the fabulous St. Regis.

Toasts!

These two were so sweet! This was literally, their first dance.

As you can see, they needed a little help getting closer… no, closer… even closer you two!

I love these close, emotional shots! And their bright Chinese wedding attire makes it feel even warmer.

And now, for a little faster song, Pewin rocks out with her dad…

Finally, some totally kickin’ ring shots!!!

Thank you Pewin and Xiaolei (and Teddy and Ming too!) for allowing me be a part of your special day!

Vendors:

Ceremony: Lakewood United Methodist Church, Cypress, TX

Reception: St. Regis Hotel, Houston - The Remington Restaurant

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Angela’s 6 month session - Tomball, Texas

October 14, 2008 – 11:51 pm

Remember Angela?

Well she’s 6 months old now!

We headed out to Spring Creek Park in Tomball for a quick family session to get some adorable photos of this tiny red headed beauty!

Momma and her little girl… the first is my favorite.

Look at her amazing blue eyes! And that fiery red hair! Soooo cute!

Child sessions definitely have a special place in my heart… especially when the kids are this cheerful!

She’s such a happy baby!

Thank you Tricia and Angela! Y’all both look so cute in purple!

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Vanessa and Jonny’s Engagement - Katy, Texas

October 8, 2008 – 10:57 pm

Chad and I had the opportunity to hang out with Vanessa and Jonny out in Katy for their rockin’ engagement session!

We started out in Cinco Ranch. They have awesome ponds and waterfalls everywhere and they totally complement this fun couple’s cool personalities.

: I think this one is my favorite!

I adore these sweet and tender moments!

Oh, and we’re totally going to pretend that there was never a “stay off the rocks” sign… because if there was, we totally ignored didn’t see it.

After the neighborhood park, we went to the La Centerra at Cinco Ranch shopping center for some more unique locales.

See? I even make stores under construction fun! (Okay, Vanessa and Johnny totally make it awesome, but I can take a wee bit of credit, right?)

Right next to LaCenterra is this lovely lake. I couldn’t have asked for more perfect light.

And I never asked them to kiss… but who needs my permission, right?

These two will be tearing up the dance floor at their wedding! Check out those moves!

Thanks you two! I can’t wait for your wedding!

By Kelly Niemann | Also posted in Engagements | Comments (0)

Ashely and Phillip’s Wedding - Spring, TX

September 28, 2008 – 6:59 pm

Catching up on back-blogging (is that a term?), here is a wedding I shot this summer with the uber-talented Christine Tremoulet.

Phillip is active duty Navy, currently stationed in Virgina Beach, VA. One of my best friends since Jr. High is also in Virgina Beach right now with her man in the Navy, so we got to compare notes.

I’m feeling rather rebellious today, so instead of going in chronological order, I’m going to start off with one of my favorite images from their wedding.

The little flower girl was ready for her role while the groom anxiously awaits his bride.

I love this look she gives him at the altar!

I love these tender moments!

They had such a beautiful wedding cake! (yummy too!)

After the cake, it was time for more dancing!

Rose petals for the exit…

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Rachel and Rob’s engagement session - Downtown Houston, Texas

September 7, 2008 – 3:35 pm

During the summer, I always get a few photo shoots that are canceled and rescheduled due to the weather. This summer I had two that were rescheduled multiple times… Brad, Janae, and baby Bryce and then this couple, Rachel and Rob. Ironic thing is that these two sessions have some of my favorite photos ever!

I haven’t shot in downtown Houston in quite a while. Many of the parks, including the new Discovery Green require a fee for each session. Well, Rachel and Rob decided to brave it and instead of heading to the big parks, we started our session at the outdoor cafe across from the Alley Theater.

I love their tiled walls!

We found a little area to get some shots with the iconic Bank of America Center behind them…

After a few shots there, we headed away from the pavement and down to Sesquicentennial Park on Buffalo Bayou. This was actually my first time shooting down here, but it is now definitely one of my favorite places in Houston!

Playing with desaturation and some textures in the best light ever.

This has got to be my mostest favoritest photo EVAR. (I’m a dork, I know.) :)

Total Hottness… :P

… followed by silliness…

… and love.

Thanks Rachel and Rob! Y’all were so much fun!

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Erika’s Senior Portrait Session - The Woodlands, Texas

August 30, 2008 – 12:28 pm

Last month, Chad and I headed over to Erika’s home in The Woodlands for her high school senior portraits.

I really enjoy senior sessions because you get to work with some young, beautiful, and intelligent students, and Erika was certainly no exception.

When we first arrived, Erika and her mom told me that they loved this photo on my website:

I love that photo too, but I am partial. (She’s my little sister!) Erika reminds me soooo much of Kristin (liking similar movies, plays, games, ivy league schools :p ). For the record, much to Chad’s dismay, Kristin is starting her second year at The University of Texas at Austin because it’s relatively local, and because of their awesome Geo Sciences program.

But enough about Kristin… this blog post is about Erika! So here’s some of my favorites, plus some photos of the whole family!

Doesn’t she have such beautiful eyes and long lashes!

While we were inside, we had Erika’s younger sister join her for some sisterly shots.

We headed outside for some nice outdoor shots in the family’s lush backyard. This fun shot below is the one she chose for her high school yearbook! Doesn’t she have gorgeous hair?!?