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Howdy!

Shooting weddings since 2007 and families a year earlier, I've always taken pride in creating bright, crisp, beautiful images that highlight the love that new couples and families share. 

Although I primarily photograph weddings, I also love sessions with new additions, established families, or generations together. 

Peek around my blog, or check out the categories to view more of my work. When you're ready to get a hold of me, there's a handy contact link above.

Thanks for visiting!


Kelly Niemann

281-826-2007

Located in Houston, Texas, available worldwide


Kerry and Kent’s Wedding – Ashton Gardens – Houston, Texas

It’s been one year since Kerry and Kent said, “I do”, so it’s about time I blog their wedding!

They were married last June at Ashton Gardens in Houston. When Kerry called me up about photographing her wedding, she told me, “I don’t have pretty eyes like most of your brides. Mine look like mud pools.”  I told her I sympathized with her; Having dark brown eyes, I’ve always been fascinated by these windows into the soul. Kerry’s South African “mud pools” sparkled on her wedding day, and she was absolutely radiant.

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On top of getting herself dressed, Kerry was helping get her son and Kent’s kids dressed.

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The tall girl’s dilemma… heels or flats? Kerry rocked an adorable pair with tiny heels!

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Kent sharing a laugh with his buddies.

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These two lovebirds had a real fun, crazy, and quirky secret handshake they shared… so they did it right after their first kiss!

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What else do you do when you’re getting bustled? Strike a pose!

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In these next two, first I wanted to show the intimate, romantic side of this fun couple…

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… and then what they look like when they let their true colors show. ;)

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Mmmm… cake!

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Sharing a moment with Grandma.

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Thank you Kerry and Kent in allowing me to share in the celebration of your wedding day! And happy 1st anniversary!

Jessica and Scot’s Wedding – Indian Summer Lodge – Houston, TX (2 of 2)

Continuing from yesterday’s post, here’s Jessica and Scot’s wedding reception…

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Photo by Christine Tremoulet. (And yes, that’s me to the left of the frame…)

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What is a wedding without the cupid shuffle?

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Rings!

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Photo by Christine Tremoulet.

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Photo by Christine.

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Thank you Jessica and Scot!

All the people that helped Jessica and Scot’s day come together:

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Indian Summer Lodge – Shannon McAndrew  - 713-459-5057

Flowers by: A Day to Remember - Claudia De Velasco – 713-862-1751 ofc; 832-443-4165 cell

Wedding Coordinator: A Day to Remember - Claudia De Velasco

Hair and Makeup: Jordan Temple – Kristina

Wedding Dress: David’s Bridal

Tuxes: Men’s Warehouse

Decorations, linens, and tables: Lotus Rising – Shannon McAndrew – 713-459-5057

Caterer: Master Chef – Michael Carey – 713-823-6921

Cake: A Day to Remember - Claudia De Velasco

Jessica and Scot’s Wedding – Indian Summer Lodge – Houston, TX (1 of 2)

Last fall, Jessica and Scot had an amazing wedding ceremony (and equally fun party following) at Indian Summer Lodge in the Houston Heights.  Below are some of my favorites from their day…

Doing whatever it takes to get a ring bearer dressed.

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Before Heading to Indian Summer Lodge, we scurried down to the lobby for some quick bridal portraits.

Pianos always make great photo props. :)

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Scot and the groomsmen looking on as guests arrive.

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Jessica has a very classic, yet eclectic taste. She rocked the yellow flowers!

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The ceremony took place in the Indian Summer Lodge treehouse.

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Photo by Christine Tremoulet (who hid out in the treehouse to capture some awesome closeups!)

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The kiss!

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Photo by Christine.

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A fun take on formals…

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Stay tuned… Part two is coming tomorrow!

Hannah’s Newborn Session – Frisco, Texas

Hannah has arrived! Earlier this year, I drove north of Dallas to Frisco to photograph little Hannah after she made her entrance in this world. On her first day home from the hospital, Miss Hannah was our model and muse. We’re getting her started early. ;)

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I *heart* baby parts! Such tiny little toes!

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Hannah wouldn’t let me see her pale eyes, but she did grimace from my flash.

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Her mom and I call this one a smile… even though she may have been passing gas.

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Hannah received this cute bonnet and dress as a gift, so we played dress-up!

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Amanda’s Bridals – Antique Rose Emporium – Independence, TX

Amanda and Troy were married earlier this year, so it’s time I unveil her bridals! (Yes, pun intended.)

We headed up to the Antique Rose Emporium in Independence, Texas for a fun, relaxed shoot for this Aggie bride.

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One of Amanda’s bridesmaids came with us and started cracking some jokes…

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Finally, some fun sunset shots.

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Thanks Amanda!

Ashley and Michael’s Engagement Session – San Luis Resort – Galveston, Texas

It’s awesome when couples choose somewhere beautiful and special for their engagement photos! Michael works for the Landry’s corporation which owns a variety of restaurants, hotels, and attractions throughout the US, so Michael often brings Ashley to the San Luis Resort in Galveston, another Landry’s owned resort. It’s the place where Michael also asked Ashely to marry him. :)

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Shooting somewhere new, I always have a lot of “let’s try this” moments. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don’t. But in a world of unique couples and cookie cutter photographs, its the best way to provide something one-of-a-kind.

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After a few photos outside with the Bentley, we went inside to warm up.

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A great thing about Galveston in the winter? The water actually looks blue!

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When you have green grass, why not lie in it?

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Ashley has such beautiful blue eyes! (And Michael’s not too shabby either…)

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I think the one below is my favorite… also the most difficult shot as I stood on a cocktail table and the top of the couch while dangling my camera above their heads. Somehow, they’re still smiling. ;)

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When the valet’s are away, we’re gonna play!

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Thank you Ashley and Michael for having me shoot your engagement photos! I hope y’all have a beautiful wedding in Florida!

Kasey’s Bridals – River Oaks Garden Club, Hermann Park, and Rice University

Kasey and Robert were married this weekend, so now I can finally show off Kasey’s beautiful bridals!

We scheduled her bridal portraits pretty far in advance and, of course, it happened to fall on the day of the earliest recorded snowfall in Houston’s history. Unable to find a last-minute indoor location on a Friday, we rescheduled to another chilly day in December.

We started her bridal session at the River Oaks Garden Club, where Kasey and Robert later had their wedding reception.

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She has such a joyous smile!

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After the Garden Club, we stopped by Hermann Park for some more fun…

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Kasey told me this was one of her favorite photos, she loved how long it makes her train look and how it shows off the back of her dress!

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We were fortunate to have the most beautiful blue sky!

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Rice University has some pretty strict rules about when and where you can photograph, so we slid in to our scheduled time slot and had some fun with their amazing architecture.

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The wind wasn’t cooperating with us, it was blowing Kasey’s veil all around her face, so we modified the shot.  :P

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Since Kasey is total classic beauty, and Rice University is… well, classic, I decided to end the session with a very classic bridal portrait. :)

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A big thanks goes to Kasey’s mom for joining us at the session, being a great assistant and one of the best “carbon based light stands” ever!

Amanda and Troy’s Engagement Session – Bryan / College Station, Texas

Amanda and Troy are married, so it’s high time I show off their awesome engagement session in BCS!

These two met while attending Texas A&M, so naturally, even after completing their undergrad studies, it was in College Station where Troy proposed and where we shot their engagements!  We started off in the morning in downtown Bryan for a fun, retro feel…

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Stairwells are always fun…  ;)

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One of my favorites…

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After downtown Bryan, we headed over to Research Park at Texas A&M University to the spot where Troy proposed.

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Troy’s ties = *love*

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Amanda and Troy had the great idea to bring along some bubble gum for some fun photos!

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Thank you Amanda and Troy! Stay tuned for Amanda’s bridals and their destination wedding photos!

Carolyn and Jon’s Couple’s Session – Hermann Park – Houston, Texas

Carolyn and John are a beautiful couple that were in Houston from Louisiana celebrating their 10 year anniversary!  As an anniversary surprise, Jon contacted me to photograph a session for them at the same place he proposed to her over ten years ago.  When we met, it was easy to spot them because they were the only couple arriving in a stretched limo. (By the way, surprise couple’s sessions are a great idea guys!)  :P

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And here’s the spot, 10 years earlier where Jon asked Carolyn to be his bride.  :D

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I always like to have a little fun with sun flare!

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And then an outfit change for something a little dressy and a little sassy…

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Yes, I like to do crazy things, but this one? I can’t take credit for it. Totally Jon’s idea. Even with his dress shoes on, he scurried up the tall oak tree for this shot. He tried to convince Carolyn to join him, but she sanely declined. ;)

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Carolyn and Jon were so adorable and so natural together. It was a little different for me photographing a couple that had been together over a decade after shooting a bunch of engagement sessions of couples that have been together a couple of years.  But after so long, they still had that adorable, romantic love for each other that was so endearing and refreshing!

Thanks you two for a great session!