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I'm a West Bend, Wisconsin photographer who specializes in photographing families in their element while creating true-to-color lasting memories for them.
Fall is hands-down one of the most popular times of year for family photos — the air is crisp, the leaves are bursting with color, and everything feels just a little cozier. But let’s be honest… figuring out what to wear can feel like the hardest part of planning your session. That’s exactly why I […]
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About a month ago, I was sitting on the couch wondering what to do for our daughter’s second birthday. She already had about ten million toys (and our house didn’t need one more). That’s when it hit me — instead of more “stuff,” I wanted to give her something meaningful. I decided to create a […]
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Why Family Photos Can Feel Overwhelming Many parents hesitate to book family photos because it feels like one more thing to manage: outfits, kids’ moods, and getting everyone to cooperate. But it doesn’t have to be that way! With the right mindset (and photographer), your family photo session can actually feel fun and effortless. Here […]
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Family Photos Don’t Have to Feel Stiff or Stressful If you’ve ever thought about booking family photos and immediately felt stressed—wondering what to wear, how your kids will behave, or how to get everyone to smile—you’re not alone. I’ve been there…and I only have one kiddo! HAHA But what if I told you your family […]
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Dogs are family too! And I Love When They Join the Photos! There’s something extra special that happens when clients bring their dogs to a session. Maybe it’s the way their tail wags the entire time. Maybe it’s the pure joy they bring to every photo. Or maybe it’s just that they are family—and they […]
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There is nothing more special than getting to photograph families as they grow. Seriously—it’s one of the absolute best parts of my job! Every time I get a message from a returning family, my heart does a happy dance because I know I’m about to witness another beautiful chapter of their story. Sometimes it’s a […]
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Photography Sessions with Toddlers & Little Ones: What to Expect & How to Prepare If you’re booking a photography session with your toddler or young child, first of all—yay! These are the fleeting, magical, messy years worth capturing. And while photo sessions with little ones can feel a bit unpredictable (okay, a lot unpredictable), they’re […]
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What the heck are we going to wear to our session?! If you’re coming up on family photos, I am sure you are wondering…what should we wear? Thats the #1 question that I get from Moms after they book their session! And trust me…I GET IT! Coordinating outfits for the entire family can be a […]
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