Not only did we get to duck into my studio while it rained for some classy, timeless portraits, but we also got to play in the rain with Janae’s dog AND explore Mason City at sunset. More classic, timeless senior portraits, please! <3.

Something I always recommend? Eating donuts at your session! Okay, okay, it doesn’t HAVE to be donuts, but I do recommend doing an activity as a family during your photo session! Photos in your home bring a special type comfort to your session that make your kiddos feel more at ease and excited to show […]

Besties, Pieper and Hayden, in my studio is exactly what my photographer heart needed. I’m loving having all sorts of sessions in my studio: lifestyle family, newborn, brand photography, boudoir, product photography…you name it! It has been such an integral part of my business this year in being able to grow and streeeetch my limits […]

What do I call this session? Bestie session.Cousin session.Senior session.Mom & Daughter session.Sisters session.Friends session. No matter what you call it, it’s one that just by looking at the images, you think, “Oh that’s a sweet keepsake to hold onto.” Ana & Elli’s moms are sisters. Ana & Elli are cousins born on the same […]

You know how sometimes you meet someone and you realize they are your long lost friend?  That’s what it was like meeting Mikkiah & Matthew for the first time.  They came over to our house and we sat on the couch and ate monster cookies while discussing their dream wedding. My heart did a giddy […]

Who are the sweetest people on earth?  Annette & Tyler. And now they are the sweetest couple on earth. Mr. & Dr. Roberts. I’m going to get straight to the point and say, ever since their wedding day, I’ve been dreaming up reasons to hire dueling pianos for a party.  Our 10 year wedding anniversary?  […]

This day felt like hanging out with friends while oozing creative juices.  That sounds creepy.  But I could photograph this day 1000 times.  The intimate nature of Emily & Dustin’s wedding party, mixed with the most epic party imaginable made for the best of both worlds.  Word to the wise – keep the wedding party […]

My first wedding at the new Winan Creek Barn & Event Venue was knock-you-out drop-dead-gorgeous.  Everything from the bride & groom (obvi), to the reception space, and the sweet details – I had *heart* eyes all day.  I could talk about how fun this wedding was, or how adorable their daughter Lucy is, but honestly, […]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again.  In home sessions are THE BEST.  You need two things for an in-home session: Windows – give me alllll the natural light, baby. Yourself = Having fun The key to a GREAT in-home lifestyle session is to PLAY.  Don’t be afraid to be silly with your […]