Last summer I was sitting on the beach with a family I was photographing. Their kids were running amuck—we were all laughing, and a little out of breath, but taking it all in. An older woman walking with her husband was making her way down the beach, and I noticed her watching us as she […]

I know. I know. You’re exhausted. It’s been who knows how long since you slept through the night. Your shirt has been tugged on a hundred times today, and if you hear “Mommmmm! Watch this!!” one more time, you might just sink into the floor. Some days, it feels like you’re running on autopilot… always […]

I’m going to be really honest… there were two seasons when I really didn’t want to book a session for my own family. The first was a maternity session when I was pregnant with my twins. The second was a family session the following year when I had 1 year old twins, a 2 year […]

I have a photo from my 3rd birthday of me sitting on my bed. It’s just a simple moment, nothing extraordinary. But it was tucked into a photo album that I had looked at many times throughout my childhood. The interesting thing to me is this photo holds so much more than what you can […]

This dreamy session is probably one of my favorites to date. Here’s why… Nature was working against us on this day and we got a very late start. On top of that it was an unexpectedly cloudy evening so we were losing light quickly. Normally this is a recipe for disaster as tensions run high […]

The fourth trimester (the 3 months following birth) is not talked about much. Most likely because it can be confusing and overwhelming and drastically different from momma to momma. It’s a whirlwind of deep transition for both mom and baby. Between physical recovery, emotional rollercoasters, and everything in between… the pumping, late night frantic googling, […]

Are you planning a photoshoot with me, but you are not local? I created this guide to help you make the most out of your trip! I have many clients travel from all over Michigan (and beyond) to have their photos done on our gorgeous beaches ( one of which was voted best beach in […]

Last year my kids and I made these Salted Brownie Crinkle Cookies from Beyond The Butter around Christmas time. The process… went about how you would expect with littles 😬, but the kids ABSOLUTELY LOVED doing it and apparently this recipe was a huge win because they haven’t stopped talking about them all year! I’ll […]

Family life is a whirlwind of joy, tears, laughter, and of course, chaos. But within that chaos is the writing of a beautiful family story. The spilled milk, the muddy footprints, and the bedtime shenanigans… you know, all the things that can leave you wanting to pull all your hair out. That is where your […]

When it comes to capturing the precious moments of your family’s journey, finding a photographer who will grow with you is more than just a luxury… it’s a true investment in preserving memories. Here is why choosing a photographer who is dedicated to growing alongside your family can make all the difference: Comfort and Connection […]