She said YES!

Big news for Lindsey!
On September 18th (the anniversary of their first date), she was wonderfully surprised when Frank re-created their first evening together. She thought the night couldn't get any better, until Frank got down on one knee and asked her to marry him. Of course, her dad was thrilled to take their engagement photographs. They insisted on waiting until December because she and Frank couldn't resist the idea of playing in the snow. The desire was to create an ultra-unique and fun Christmas card / engagement announcement.

Relay for Life

What a great event! This was our first time participating and we were very proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization. The team from Nichols Photography tightened their shoe laces and walked the track all through the evening and night. The luminary ceremony was beautiful and awe-inspiring. Kudos to all the walkers and a big thank you to the organizers who put in so many dedicated hours.

Our Five Cents Worth

Staff News

*Congrats to the newly married couple! Lori and Sean tied the knot on May 12. It was amazing to see Lori on the "receiving end" of the camera after having been the photographer for so many brides. She was a stunningly beautiful vision of joy. Oh, yes, the groom looked great too! We're thrilled to welcome Sean into the family. Join with us in wishing them a long and happy life together.

*Mike and Lindsey continue a busy teaching schedule of seminars on "digital weddings." They give back to their professional community by sharing their expertise with other pros nation-wide.

Favorite Quote
"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul . . . " ~Henry Ward Beecher

Georgia's Journal
Pet owners - please have your pets micro-chipped by your vet. It's the responsible thing to do for the pet you love. This one step will raise the likelihood of being reunited should your companion animal lose their way. VERY IMPORTANT - if you move, make sure to call the company you registered with and update your new contact information.

Dynamic Duo

Dynamic Duo
Makes Illinois History

The staff at Nichols Photography is celebrating again! Both Mike Nichols and his daughter, Lindsey, have earned a place in Illinois Professional Photography association history. Dad and daughter had a red-letter day at the recent Illinois annual print competition where both were named to the state's coveted "Top Ten." Robert Lloyd, Past President of Associated Professional Photographers of Illinois and Professional Photographers of America, confirmed that this is the first time in the 94 years since the founding of the membership that two generations have made it into the "Top Ten" simultaneously.

But this duo didn't stop there; each earned further individual honors as well. One of Mike's entries garnered third place in the state for Digital Imaging and Lindsey's work captured first place in the Commercial category. Additionally, she took home not one, but two Fuji Masterpiece Awards for high scoring images.

Mike says this "first" is significant for other reasons as well.

"We, of course, love being trend-setters among our professional peers, but strive to achieve it in our daily work as well. The fact that we've made a personal mark in history is gratifying. We feel a connection to history every day as we work here at Glenwood Manor because the building itself has a link to historical importance. As a dad, it's certainly been fun watching Lindsey's talents emerge over the years, but achieving this award together was the culmination of a father's dream."

Firsts are not entirely new to Lindsey. She was the youngest female on Illinois record to earn her Certification and Master of Photography degree. She feels that her abilities are probably a combination of nature and nuture.

"I've been around professional photography since I was two and was dubbed an annual convention brat. If you live it, you're bound to absorb it. I think genetics certainly may play a part in creativity. What's it like to work with my dad? Mostly, he has his areas of expertise and I have mine, but we've worked together on weddings for years and I think we're a pretty dynamic team."

Nichols Photography recently marked its twenty-fifth anniversary and, with the second generation going strong, the business is looking ahead at celebrating many more. They invite you to visit their full service studio at 3506 S. State Rt. 157 or drop by the website at www.nicholsphoto.com where you can browse their galleries and learn about the history of Glenwood Manor.