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Jamie Neilsen Photography: The Blog bio picture

Hi, I'm Jamie!

I know you have a choice.  There are a lot of photographers out there – which is a great thing because it keeps pushing me to be better than ever. When you choose me to be your photographer, I do a little happy dance and then I get right to work on creating the perfect portrait experience for you. While my craft is closely tied to gear and gadgets, I know that you are a person and you deserve a personal experience.

I promise to not only take “pretty pictures” but to take pictures that make your heart swell and your toes curl.

I promise to let you be you and photograph what comes naturally.

I promise to be silly, have fun and make you laugh out loud.

I promise to provide plenty of options and guidance so you get exactly what you’re looking for…and then add a cherry on top that you didn’t even ask for.

I promise to deliver high quality heirloom photographs that you can’t wait to hang on your walls…big.

And when it’s all said and done…

I promise to stay in touch well after your session because I value our relationship.

I’m Jamie Neilsen and I’d be honored to be your photographer.

Wanna know more?

I didn’t find photography. Photography found me.
Chewy chocolate brownies are my weakness. No nuts. No frosting.
My husband is my jeweler, personal chef and best friend.
I have nearly a dozen brothers and sisters.
I’m not a morning person.
I adore all things Italian – especially red wine and rich food.
I’m a PC by day and a Mac by night.
I don’t own a TV.
I’d rather dress up than wear jeans and a t-shirt.
I am a lifestyle and portrait photographer.

Category Archives: Siblings

This Weekend by the Numbers | My Adorable Nephews

Monday, January 25, 2010 Posted in Anytime, Babies, Families, Kids, Siblings, Toddlers

1 Photoshoot this weekend.
2 Adorable nephews played in front of my lens.
3 Houses were hunted by the husband and myself.
4 Doughnuts were purchased at Krispy Kreme
5 New songs were downloaded from itunes.
6 Bottles of freshly distilled alcohol were filled by my husband.
7 Plus 72 equals the number of new fans that joined my new facebook fan...

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Brice & Samantha | Siblings

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 Posted in Kids, Siblings

“Someone asked them to be quiet, so it’s just a matter of time before all hell breaks loose.” –Story People
You’re nodding your head, aren’t you? Those words from Story People are a concept I try to incorporate into all my sessions. You’ll never hear me use the words “say cheese” or “sit still”. Those are words that...

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Ice Skating & Trains | Baby, It’s Cold

Monday, December 28, 2009 Posted in Anytime, Families, Personal, Siblings, Toddlers

There’s something about having a little one around the house that makes Christmas, and even winter in general, that much more exciting. You can suggest things like ice skating and visiting the winter train village…for the kids…and everyone thinks it’s a great idea. You can bribe the little ones with hot chocolate and gooey fudge...

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This Is How We Do It | A Christmas Home Video

Saturday, December 26, 2009 Posted in Families, Love, Personal, Siblings

This Christmas I took not a single picture. That’s right. Not even one! I’ve been so busy shooting and editing portraits these last few months that I thought I’d take a little holiday and shoot some video instead.
It was a day that started early with breakfast and presents at Mom and Tom’s new house....

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Eden & Sawyer | That’s a Wrap for Christmas

Wednesday, December 23, 2009 Posted in Kids, Siblings

Twas’ two nights before Christmas and I guarded the house, for Saint UPS Guy to arrive — I was ready to pounce. The holiday cards went out really late this year but better late than never to spread holiday cheer! The gifts are all wrapped and my schedule is free. I don’t even feel bad...

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