I am loving my one year old sessions these days. So many sweet families like the Young family!Sarah came to me with a few ideas, and they did not disappoint! We had a perfect June evening and even a four leaf clover! What a perfect night!
closeI am loving my one year old sessions these days. So many sweet families like the Young family!Sarah came to me with a few ideas, and they did not disappoint! We had a perfect June evening and even a four leaf clover! What a perfect night!
I know I probably sound like a broken record, but what a joy it is to continue to see families grow and change over the years!
I met Dawn when her sweet Ben was a little over 2 and photographed Matthew when he was a newborn. Such sweet kiddos and a family, I love watching them grow and change through the years!
Tammy and I met through her sister and my good friend. I was able to photograph their family years ago when their kids were young, but she was in need of an updated family photo. A mini session was the perfect choice for them! Photographing big kids is amazing, they are sweet, kind and really easy to get smiling!
If your big or little kids are in need of updated photos, I would love to connect!
I have know Rachel for years and back when she was in high school even did her senior photos! When she got engaged to Jared, I not only did their engagement session but their Illinois wedding!
Two years ago, sweet Naomi was born and I met this Indiana family in Wisconsin to do family photos and newborn photos of Naomi.
Last summer their family came up and we celebrated Naomi’s first birthday.
We celebrated and this year, Rachel and Jared welcomed sweet Wrigley into their family!
It is SUCH a privilege and joy to watch families grow through the years and it make my life even richer to be considered to document each age and stage of it. Can’t wait to see you again sweet Nassiff family!
They met their very first day of dental school. Ali was intrigued by Jack and his friend sitting with them. As she asked the two questions, they continued to answer the same thing. Surprised by their similar answers, it wasn’t until later she discovered that Jack and his brother were twins. Four months later Jack and Ali began dating.
One year after they met, the two were up in Brainerd, Jack’s hometown, for a wedding. When the wedding was over, they decided to go to a local winery and then back to Jack’s parents house to go boating. On the way to the boat, the two stopped under the trellis that Jack’s grandfather built. While Ali was getting things ready to go on the boat, Jack said, “Ali, turn around, I need to show you something.” She turned around and found Jack down on one knee. Stunned, she said yes, and instead of a boat ride, the two headed into the house where Jack’s family was waiting and they all celebrated together.
Their June wedding day was filled with family and friends who came from all over the state to celebrate with them in the city of Brainerd that both of them hope to end back up in.
Ali’s mother passed away a few years ago, and as the youngest sister, her older sisters stepped up to love on her and make sure that she felt her mother’s presence there that day. Ali was gifted a piece of their mother’s wedding dress that she placed around her bouquet and was near Ali for the day.
The pastel color theme that Ali and Jack chose for their day was stunning against the green trees.
Both Ali and Jack love being with their family and they love the outdoors. After the ceremony, just the three of us headed to Jack’s friend’s cabin on the lake where we got some beautiful sunshine and even stepped in the water to cool down for a bit!
The night ended with toasting, dancing and conversations on the lawn of Whitefish Lodge. We even headed out to the nearby golf course as the sun was going down for some beautiful sunset shots.
Ali and Jack, what a complete JOY it was to spend the day with you, your family and friends. You are both kind, gracious and have huge hearts. I am so very, very thankful our paths have crossed and wish you a very blessed marriage.
Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony:: Immaculate Heart Catholic Church// Reception:: Whitefish Lodge and Suites // Hair:: Kelsey Neifeldt // Make-up:: Jenny Fergeson // Florist:: Stems and Vines Floral Studio // Wedding Dress:: David’s Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal //Rings:: E.L. Menk Jewelers // Stationary:: Minted.com // Men’s Ware:: Savvi // Catering:: Whitefish Lodge // Baker:: Reeds Market // Jewelry:: Francesca’s // Second Shooter:: Lily Watkins // Shoes:: Kate Spade Keds // DJ:: Premier Party Entertainment //
Including siblings in your newborn session… yes or no?
My answer is always yes.
It might feel a little chaotic in the moment, but those are often the images you end up treasuring the most—the real connection, the tiny interactions, the beginning of a new family story.
I’ve loved watching the Luong family grow through all three of their children’s newborn sessions, and those sibling moments are always some of my favorites.
If you’re wondering how it all works (and how we make it easy), I wrote a full blog post about it! Check it out in my stories
#newbornphotography #minnesotaphotographer #familyphotography #siblinglove
NEW WEBSITE. SAME HEART.
After a long time behind the scenes… it’s finally here.
And I want YOU to be one of the first to experience it.
So I made it a little more fun 👇
✨ I’m giving away TWO mini sessions for 2026 ✨
How to enter:
• Visit the new website (link in bio)
• Look around
• Enter the giveaway
That’s it.
If you’ve been thinking about booking photos this is your sign!
Tag a friend who should enter with you below and add to your stories for another entry!! (Make sure to tag me!!)
No one said you had to do newborn photos inside! Taking lifestyle newborn photos outside and making them true to your style makes them even more meaningful and significant!!
Based in the Twin Cities area and available for travel worldwide.
