02/08/2019
To my beloved (yes, beloved.) clients and friends,
Last week my business turned 10 years old. That’s a pretty big deal and I’m super proud. But I didn’t say anything. I didn’t forget to celebrate. I just didn’t. My head and heart have been in another place for a while now.
For the longest time, I kept thinking that there would be other weekend mornings to wake up slowly with my kids for snuggles and French toast. That it’d be okay to spend golden hour with you, because there would be plenty of other sunsets to spend with my babies. And then a month would fly by in a blink, and then six months. And now Bennett is turning 5 next month and heading to Kindergarten in the Fall. And Laney has grown into a full on toddler. This time that my kids are little is so fleeting. The time that I’m their favorite person will be gone long before my heart can handle it. And those snuggles? Oh man, I KNOW I need to soak those up before I have to beg for them.
And so, for my heart and for theirs, I’ve come to the difficult decision to walk away from my business for a while. I don’t know for how long. I just need to spend this precious time with my babies. To breathe them in. To be playful and curious with them. Being a mom is one of the only things I’ve ever done that I’ve truly believed I’m good at. It is the most comfortable role I’ve ever held, despite how hard it can sometimes be. This is not a decision I’ve taken lightly, for so many reasons. I know that it is the right one for myself and for my family.
I am thankful to my incredibly hardworking husband for being so supportive. And I’m thankful to every one of you for putting your memories in my hands. I have been honored to document your families. Truly. Thank you.
Things you might want/need to know:
1. If you’re waiting on images from a recent session, no worries. They’re coming!
2. If you already have something scheduled, YES it’s still happening!
3. Long time clients, please get in touch. Our relationship is important to me and I promise not to abandon you. I will either find a way to photograph your family, or hook you up with one of my amazing photographer friends.
4. YES, I will still teach Moms with Cameras classes. Definitely less often than I currently am though. The only one currently scheduled will be on March 2nd at 930am in Lake Oswego. You can register here. http://www.hannahnielsen.com/registration Please reach out if you want to host one. I will schedule out the year pretty quickly.
5. Alumni group, I’m not disappearing, I promise!
6. I will be running one last round of Spring mini sessions this year. Dates will be announced soon. I’ll open as many spots as I need to over several days to fit in everyone who wants one.
Again, I want to thank you. It has been amazing.
All my love and gratitude,
Hannah
