Caleb & Anna - Couples Photoshoot

SPICY. This stunning couple is from my giveaway I hosted in January, giving away two in-home couple sessions. We photographed at an elegant cabin/resort in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin— just an hour from Minneapolis, Minnesota. This couples session could not have been more of a dream. Caleb and Anna were so comfortable in front of the camera and it showed. I LOVE knowing that my photography clients feel like i’ve created a comfortable atmosphere for them to be fully themselves.

Tip: Make sure your couples bring an extra outfit and provide plastic bags if you’re going to shoot any water shots! Aka— steamy shower pics ;) It can feel awkward to suggest getting those steamier shots, but make sure the vibe is right with you and the couple and let them know they are in a judgement free zone. :) Lastly, find a cabin with some good natural light— because it’s simply amazing.

Bartolucci - Family Photoshoot

This family photography session was one of the most fun and spontaneous sessions I’ve done. While in Florida for my dad’s 50th birthday, I met this amazing family at the community pool. My family and I are chatty… especially on vacation  So we struck up a conversation with them (their kids were literally the cutest things with such personality) and by the end of it, decided that I would be their family photographer for the day

Later that night, we did tons of beautiful ocean family photos, and their kids cooperated… mostly (normal);) and when they didn’t, I was able to capture adorable photos of them doing their own thing! That’s the biggest tip for family photographers who are taking photos of the kids—let them wander sometimes and play with one another-- knowing you will get what you need!

Needless to say, I delivered their family photography session gallery I think the next day because I was so excited. They were happy clients, and happy clients = happy photographer  I am a Minnesota based family photographer, but I LOVE to travel. If you have come across my page, know that I am SO willing to travel to surrounding states for your family session for a fixed rate! Please contact me for my Family Photography price guide for all the details! 

Susan & Alfredo - Couples Photoshoot

My path crossed with Susan and Alfredo at Moondog Cafe, in Key West, Florida. I couldn’t be happier it did, as this couple has quite the story. Susan and Alfredo have known each other since they were kids, but ended up together later in life. After two successful careers, they decided to retire to a camper van… and spend half the year traveling across the country. Just so happened that I was in the right place at the right time to meet their sweet souls.

After at least an hour of talking, we decided to take on a couples session— something they hadn’t done in a long time. After our session, I had the privilege to see their home-van:) SO amazing. I was able to photograph them standing outside their van for the Dancer Love Foundation to use to show off their “Love first” shirts Alfredo was wearing. Talk about a successful couples session… I was able to learn so much about the travel life, help out a non-profit by photographing their merchandise, and most importantly, capture the love between one of the most beautiful couples inside and out that i’ve ever seen.