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I'm a West Bend, Wisconsin photographer who specializes in photographing families and seniors in their element while creating true-to-color lasting memories for them.
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Where It All Started in Sussex and New Berlin, Wisconsin This family photography story starts all the way back in high school in Sussex, Wisconsin, where I went to school with Claudia. Years later, she reached out to me for a headshot session, and that ended up being the beginning of something I didn’t even […]
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An Equine Session That Meant So Much to Me There are many sessions I have photographed over the years that have stuck with me, but this one with my friend Elaina and her horse in Port Washington, Wisconsin is one of my absolute favorites, and means so much to me. When my family and I […]
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Hey mamas, I get it—fall and summer were busy. Between soccer games, school activities, birthdays, and all the little things that fill up your calendar, maybe your family photos didn’t happen. But here’s the thing: milestones don’t wait, and neither should your photos. Even if you missed summer and fall sessions, milestone family photos in […]
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I debated writing this because I never want to take away from another photographer or their client experience. There are so many talented photographers out there, and everyone runs their business differently. But there is something really important about feeling comfortable with your photographer—and knowing you’re fully taken care of from start to finish. That’s […]
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As a mom myself and a family photographer in West Bend, Wisconsin, I totally get it — planning family photos can feel like a lot. You’ve picked out the outfits, made sure everyone’s hair is brushed, and now you’re just hoping the kids will cooperate once the camera comes out. I hear it all the […]
