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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, […]
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 […]
In this beautifully chaotic journey of parenthood, it’s often the unplanned moments with our children that become our most treasured memories. These reminders of everyday life, with all its laughter and tears, hold the essence of childhood and the connection between us and our little ones. Capturing these moments, however, requires a willingness to embrace […]
BEHIND THE LENS
At home in a small Michigan town near the lake — raising four beautiful, wild-hearted kids and holding close to the fleeting moments that matter most.
Life around here is a little loud, a little messy, and with a lot of love... and that’s exactly what draws me to photography. I’ve spent over 16 years capturing connection, chaos, calm, and everything in between… Because it’s not the big milestones we ache for... it’s the quiet, constant things woven into them.
Are you the “78,838 photos on your phone, 3 bins of artwork under the bed” type? The mom with a full shelf of color-coded yearly photo books? (Go you!!) Or maybe you’re just out here saving baby socks and popsicle stick superheroes like it’s your job. Turns out, memory-keeping is a personality.
no judgement — just fun!
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Whether you're soaking in the sweetness of new motherhood, wrangling toddlers with wild hearts, or documenting the beautiful rhythm of your family just as it is — I'm here to help you preserve it all.