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Living with a Whirlwind Mind
About Me Katie Niemer About Me Katie Niemer

Living with a Whirlwind Mind

I remember always buzzing as a kid. I was as quiet about it as I could manage, at first, because as a girl, I wasn’t allowed to be disruptive, and I was taught to internalize my neurodiversity. But, I was always buzzing inside. To the outside world, I was a flighty daydreamer that never lived up to my potential. I was a smart, inquisitive child, but school just wasn’t my jam until much later in my academic career.

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How Photography has Brought Me Real-life Connections
Katie Niemer Katie Niemer

How Photography has Brought Me Real-life Connections

As a Seattle-based professional photographer specializing in capturing the vibrant essence of families and high school seniors in the Pacific Northwest, I've discovered that photography isn't just about snapping pretty pictures—it's about forging genuine connections that last a lifetime. Here are three ways photography has enriched my life with meaningful connections

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Dear Mama: A love Letter to Help Dad Shine in Family Photo Sessions
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Dear Mama: A love Letter to Help Dad Shine in Family Photo Sessions

Real talk. When was the last time you felt good about doing something when someone told you to just “suck it up for the good of the family?” If you asked me that question, my honest answer would be never. I’ve never felt good about being told to suck it up. And yet, that’s what we tell dads about family photo sessions. Sure, we think they should just suck it up because beautiful images of our gorgeous families should be as important to them as they are to us, but it isn’t always that simple.

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You've Finished Your Photo Session, Now What?
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You've Finished Your Photo Session, Now What?

So you booked Katie Niemer Photography for your senior or family portrait session. You finished your session and you’ve seen a couple sneak peeks. You’re so excited to get your hands on your full gallery, right? So what should you expect? Don’t worry. In this blog post, I will go over what happens after we say goodbye at the end of a session.

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