connor

Posted in Senior

I’m so pleased to welcome Connor to the blog today! While we were photographing his session, something about his poise and steady personality told me these portraits were going to be standouts, and I was not disappointed. It’s safe to say he crushed these! Comfortable. Smart. Genuine. Open. Unassuming. Connor’s list of great qualities is […]

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the wirtz family

Posted in Family

The joy and delight these people have in one another – it is so magical. I am a big time Wirtz fan, and it’s always a treat to photograph them. They smile nonstop, they are kind and considerate to one another, and the girls are growing into such lovely ‘big kids’. The time is flying! […]

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the patel family

Posted in Family

Chasing, playing, tickling, dodging, running, scooping, giggling, spinning…this is what you can expect during family pictures, especially with active brothers like Ravi and Prem! What a delight watching this family love each other. Ravi! This boy is intelligent and thoughtful and such a fantastic big brother! He’s got just the right amount of mischief hiding […]

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andrew

Posted in Senior

I’ve been so impressed with all the seniors I’ve photographed this year, and Andrew just keeps that trend going! This kid is incredibly likable, has a fantastic smile, and seems to bring energy to everything he does. He is certainly headed out into the world to accomplish great things. The suit was a fantastic choice! […]

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maggie

Posted in Senior

I’m buzzing with excitement over the photos I get to share here today! Getting to know Maggie was a pure delight. Her confidence floored me – it’s on a whole different level than most kids her age. The hours we spent capturing alllll the different facets of her personality were so sparkly and golden. I […]

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the kane malik family

Posted in Newborn

It is a uniquely special and beautiful gift to witness the welcome of a fourth beautiful child into a wonderful family. There was nothing but joy and celebration as we all crowded over little James, or Jamie as his siblings are lovingly calling him, me clicking away to bottle up all his gorgeous little details. […]

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scott

Posted in Senior

I’m lucky to share another talented and endlessly likable senior with you today! When you think about your hopes for the kind of person your kid will grow up to be, or the type of friend you want your kids to have, the person you’re probably thinking of is Scott. Kind, capable, quietly confident, in […]

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the muller family

Posted in Family

These beautiful people! They are just wonderful. I remember their first session like it was yesterday (wasn’t it?) and here their girls are becoming the most lovely individuals, right before my lens. And the pups! It’s chaotic perfection to get them in a few pics and totally worth it. Truly, they take my breath away. […]

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carter

Posted in Senior

Carter is a senior! Somehow, it’s true – this kid I first photographed almost ten years ago is confident, accomplished, so very kind AND almost done with high school. It was so fun to celebrate this milestone of his! Carter has an enviable ease he seems to bring into everything he does, and he’s just […]

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the petersens & morrises

Posted in Family

Welcome back, Morris fam, Sandi and Kipp! Gosh, it’s good to see your faces around here. All I will say in prelude to this session is that it was special. Incredibly special. Get in a photo with your precious people, friends. You will thank yourself for that. I cannot wait to share the magic of […]

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emery

Posted in Senior

Pure joy! That’s what it was to work with this stunning lady. I have had the pleasure of knowing Emery since she was little, and have witnessed her grow up into such a remarkable person. She is a treasure, loved by so many people, and we’ve both been looking forward to her senior session for […]

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the wipf family

Posted in Family

The sweetest family came for photos at the Sunken Gardens! They recently welcomed a little boy – Ryker – to their crew and we all enjoyed admiring him fully. Adalyynn, you are so lovely! This girl is kind, poised and lots of fun. She seems awfully grown up for her eleven years. It was so […]

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the kane malik family

Posted in Family

Is it just me, or does each session with this joyful crew get better and better? This time we were celebrating a first birthday for John Raphael! Happy Birthday, sweet boy! It has been such a joy to see you grow and continually be showered in love and affection from all sides over the past […]

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lexi

Posted in Senior

The class of 2027 is taking center stage! Lexi’s senior session was a blast! What a truly lovely lady. I liked her immediately and get the feeling she has that effect on everyone she meets. Lexi is genuine, relatable, and doesn’t seem to let the little things bother her. Her smile is my favorite – […]

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the dietrich family

Posted in Newborn

Here’s the biggest, cutest baby yawn you’ll ever see! Martin is here, making his family a unit of 4 – and they’re incredibly happy about it. What a pleasure to meet him! Now that’s a good looking family! Wren is officially a big sister, and she’s certainly filling those shoes with ease. It’s so much […]

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the kane malik family

Posted in Family

To say this boy is loved is to state the obvious. But let’s state it: this boy is so loved! I would never turn down a chance at photos with this crew. Their energy is always spot on and it’s been such a pleasure to get to know them over the years. John Raphael is […]

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the loethen family

Posted in Newborn

I got to meet the ADORABLE newest little Loethen girl and it was the sweetest morning. These girls – they are full of magic! I’m so happy they’ve expanded their sibling gang to three. Say hello to their newest member Colette! Isn’t she just dreamy? Colette is sweetness itself. She reminds me of each of […]

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yao + jenny + family

Posted in Family

Yao and Jenny and their lovely family came out on a perfect spring night for photos, and it was nothing short of gorgeous! These guys have every reason to mark this season as one to remember. They recently welcomed their sweet daughter Olivia, and Jenny’s parents who’ve been visiting from China were able to join […]

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