our lovely little blog

Mar
20
2026

Baby Makes 3

It may be your first baby, and your not sure what your doing... so I'm happy to lend an experienced hand with your little one and guide you through a fun experience together.Believe me your baby won't remember any of it, and you'll be surprised at ...

Oct
6
2025

Going for the Gold

She's an up and coming rowing superstar going to a top college on the West cost for their female row team. She hopes to hang an Olympic Gold medal around her neck one day.So the timing of this session was important to have the most golden light ...

Sep
8
2025

Fun and Games

When it comes to capturing the essence of family life, especially for those with small children, incorporating play into the photography session can make a world of difference. In one of may beautiful Twin City neighborhood parks, this family with ...

Jul
23
2025

Take me to the Garden

Minneapolis has stunning public gardens. Even in the heart of the city nature thrives and scenic views are there... if you can find the right angles.Sometimes seniors extend a lot of their trust so that I can create images that look like they are ...

Jul
15
2025

Multiple Location Senior Sessions

When your High School Senior can't choose just one location then that's when things start getting fun...I wanted to highlight this Senior that worked with me to get 5 unique locations to highlight all her favorite styles. I love working with teens ...

Jun
30
2025

It's a girl!

Going big & pink at the maternity session for their first daughter. The whole family, including big brother and family pet, are all dressed in pink hues to celebrate the occasion. This simple yet fancy shoot was so fun to pull off for the ...

Jun
25
2025

Stylish Seniors

Urban architecture and her personal style are on full display for her senior portraits. Her edgy energy fueled the session and I just built off it. I was so happy to help create the session she wanted after communicating what she wanted. And I ...

Jun
4
2025

How to have a great session with both your Baby & Dogs

With a little planning you can have it all. The first thing I figure out with families that have young children and pets is to find a location with very few distractions. Cars, people, and other pets can really distract babies and pets from being in ...

May
30
2025

Blooming Families

Beautiful blooms came and went quickly this spring and so I'm glad I got a chance to capture it with this adorable family. The pink blossoms played so nicely with their blue wardrobe accents. If you are looking to schedule a spring session with me ...

Apr
9
2025

Never Too Late

Sometimes life happens and you don't get a newborn session scheduled within the first few weeks, and while that has some benefits, its never too late! With their newborn nearing 1 month we were still able to capture so many wonderful family moments ...

Mar
24
2025

Dreamy Studio Maternity Sessions

Excited to share images with new floor to ceiling curtains that play beautifully with all the natural light in my studio space. Working with the talented hair and makeup artist Melanie, we helped this mother celebrate the arrival of her first child ...

Feb
4
2025

Florida Business Spotlight: Freebird Coaching

Last week I was in sunny Florida for a Branding photography shoot to create a catalog of images for Freebird Coaching. This is critical as she builds her online presence through social media and a new website.Because the nature of her work includes ...

Jan
31
2025

Frozen

This session took place on a picturesque frozen lake, creating a stunning winter backdrop for this happy family of 3... soon to be family of 4! Because we had lots of time together during their standard session we started off in my studio with a ...

Nov
6
2024

Traveling for a unique Fall Family Session

I was so excited to work with this family who reached out to me from Florida to have classic fall photos taken in a Minnesota apple orchard.I was happy to fulfill their photo wishes and we had glorious fall weather to play in at Minnetonka Orchards ...

Sep
17
2024

Growing up with Sweet Light: Senior Session

I've been doing this long enough (23 years, but who'd counting!) that I have the honor with many families, to see their kids grow up before my very lens.It has been incredible to see this kind hearted girl grow into such a beautiful young woman. We ...

Jul
26
2024

All Together Now

Sometimes it can be a long time between when extended families can get together and that's when I have the pleasure of often being there for families who want to mark the occasion with photos.It was a joy to capture the children and adults at this ...

Jul
12
2024

Mr. Smiley

A very smiley guy came to visit the studio last week. He was his happiest whenever the camera was pointed his way. And he's so fun to watch so it's a good thing he likes all the attention. Having babies at my studio is such a joy (for me!) I admit ...

Mar
19
2024

Let BABY be the Focus

Allowing your BABY to be the star of the photo session gives you and other family members an excuse to take a back seat and worry a little less about how YOU look. Enjoy the fact that the camera is focused on your little one and not you. I often ...

Mar
2
2024

Capturing fun pictures with your child

There are a few things you can do to improve the chances of having some great photos with your child. You will undoubtedly be worried about how they'll behave so having a few other things off your mind will lessen your anxiety.Enter my team. A hair ...