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Stephanie Nielson on the cover of Parade Magazine

by justin on April 16, 2012

in Editorial,Nie Nie

Parade Magazine

When Parade Magazine called to say they wanted me to photograph the Nielson’s for the cover, I was excited, of course, but I figured things change quickly in the magazine world, and perhaps by the time this issue was scheduled to come out, some world event or celebrity scandal would take its place instead. I imagined it would be discovered that Whitney Houston faked her death and she was alive and now living happily in Des Moines, and Parade would put that story on the cover instead of Nie Nie.

So, I was pleased as punch when, on April 8, 2012, my neighbor called me at 8am Sunday morning to ask me if I wanted to come get his Parade Magazine because a picture I took was on the cover.

The cover shot shot turned out great. I like the one that Parade selected from all the options I sent them. This was taken at Stephanie’s home. Earlier in the day, I went to Pictureline to get a seamless background and I took a picture of that sofa with me so I could coordinate the colors a bit. Before photographing just the two of them, I photographed the whole family together. They are a delight.

The article contains excerpts from Stephanie’s new book Heaven is Here, which I recommend to anyone that knows how to read. It’s so good.

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Interested in seeing what things looked like behind the scenes? Thanks to Mango Films for putting this video together. I’ve probably watched it about 40 times now.

Stylists: Lindsay Clark and Amy Hackworth

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Heaven is here – The book!

by justin on March 26, 2012

in bloggers,Nie Nie

I’m honored that I was asked to photograph Stephanie and Christian Nielson for the cover of their soon to be released book, Heaven is Here. It’s an amazing story. I’ve read it, and I’ll admit, I cried. A lot.

Heaven is Here

The cover for Stephanie Nielson's book Heaven Is Here

Stephanie Nielson the Nie Nie Dialogues

The original photograph

Heaven is here title page

The title page of Heaven is Here by Stephanie Nielson with Amy Hackworth

I just don’t know what to say about this book, about Stephanie and Christian, about the writing, other than, you must read this book.

And it was an extra honor to have my photograph on the cover since my wife Amy collaborated with Stephanie to write this amazing story.

Heaven Is Here is available April 3, 2012 from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and anywhere good books are sold.

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Stephanie Nielson pregnant

by justin on December 10, 2011

in Nie Nie

In case you hadn’t already heard, Nie Nie is having a baby.

Stephanie Nielson

Nie Nie and her family

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Nie Nie’s back to school night

by justin on September 24, 2011

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If you’re a reader of Stephanie Nielson’s blog (really, who isn’t), you know she hosts a back to school night for her kids every year the night before school begins. She gives gifts, makes a beautiful meal, and they announce their theme for the school year. For the past couple years, I’ve gone to make some pictures of them on that night. Here are a few from this year.

Nie Nie Dialogues

Stephanie Nielson

Utah portrait photography

Provo photography

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Nie Nie

by justin on July 18, 2011

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Last month I photographed Stephanie and Christian at a beautiful place near Midway, Utah, called Huber Grove in Wasatch State Park. You should go there. I think you’d like it. Nie Nie posted a few pictures on her blog earlier today, so I thought I’d show you a couple of my favorites from that photo session besides those that she posted.

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Stephanie and Christian Nielson

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Also, the 30 Strangers opening was a perfect night. Some of my friends took pictures and as soon as I have some of those in my hot little hand, I’ll write all about it.

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Nie Nie and CJane at BYU

by justin on May 17, 2011

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Last month Stephanie and Courtney spoke during Women’s Conference at BYU and were accompanied by their other two sisters, Paige and Lucy. They were, just as you’d expect, inspiring and entertaining.

Cjane, Lucy, Nie Nie, Paige

I don’t very often post the pictures I take of Stephanie. She usually puts them on her blog and that suits me just fine. More of these images from BYU can be seen on her blog, here. And while you’re at it, you can check out the pictures I took at her Kentucky Derby Party.

 

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Love is in the air

by justin on February 9, 2011

in Give-away,Nie Nie,Weddings

Valentines Day is coming up. Love is in the air.
And I think you’re going to want to take a look at something on Stephanie’s blog.

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Stephanie’s House

by justin on May 22, 2010

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Stephanie

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Stephanie

by justin on January 6, 2010

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Stephanie, photographed in her home, a couple weeks before Christmas

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The Nie Nie recovery project

by justin on October 26, 2009

in Nie Nie

I haven’t said much about this to anyone, but I figured since she recently posted it on her blog it would be ok to mention. I’m working on a long term documentary project with Stephanie Nielson, photographing her recovery. She is a light. And I am, like millions of others, so inspired by her. It’s a real honor to be able to collaborate on this with her.

Thanks, Stephanie and Christian.

Stephanie Nielson - Provo photography

The above image is taken of Stephanie and Christian at the “Y” in Provo, overlooking the city. September 9, 2009.

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