This sweet boy was my first newborn of 2021! Yes, this a very overdue blog : )
I love the prop mama and daddy brought it - click "read more" below to see the full post. Daddy works for his family company and I'm told they gift every newborn boy a Tonka tuck with their logo. How stinking cute is this?!!? I just love the sweet snuggles of first time parents and mama was looking AH_MAZING for just having a babe! How is it that all of you look so fab?!?! I was a hot mess EVERY. SINGLE. TIME! I digress.... Congratulations to this sweet family! Hit that read more button to see all the photos! enjoy
This sweet little lady celebrated in the studio with the most adorable naked cake - made by Grandma's Apron - go check them out on Facebook if you don't already follow!
She rocked her spring look with soft pastels and the cutest little denim top. Then she pulled off the most adorable black, white, and yellow dress I have ever seen. I don't know about you but I always see these cute toddler outfits and wish they were in my size! Life is so unfair sometimes : ) So excited to share these adorable looks and her wonderful milestone with you. enjoy
These three are such a blast! I first met the gals when I did a model call a while back and they have been such an amazing group to work with since. I love their style and totally love when daddies wear their ball caps. What do you think? Yay or Nay? I always prefer personality over tradition so if you want to bring a hat, rock it!!
Big sister was having too much fun taunting us with her silliness but, again, totally here for it. Kids are so fun and chaotic. Let's not burn out their light too early in life. Oh, and the most exciting part! THEY HAD A BOY!!! Congratulations you guys!! I am so happy to help capture this milestone. enjoy.
These sweet girls came into the studio with full intentions to run the show! They have incredible personalities and I loved every second of it. Big sister was funny and silly while the little sis was bold with her beautiful red hair and wanted to put her socks on and leave the majority of the session.
I so appreciate parents who allow me to do my work and capture their kiddos as-is. Every day with littles is so different and I live for it. Enjoy!
I met Debbi at my crossfit gym and adore the crap out of her. Believe it or not, she is in her 70s and looking at least 20 years less. Good health, and loved-well is looking great on her!
We scheduled her with hair and makeup at my studio and then shot at a location near their home. Vince got us in the truck and tore through the woods to find a beautiful gem of a location. We had many laughs and they danced like no one was watching - literally! I did ask them what the did when they first started dating and Debbi giggled. Her reply was, "We didn't do much. We just got high and stared at each other." The best reply I may have ever heard. The way Vince still looks at Debbi is goals. He nibbled her neck and was playful with his touches like a 20 year boy. I am obsessed with their sweet glances, annoyed giggles, and authentic love for each other. Help me wish them a very happy 50TH wedding anniversary!
YOU GUYS! I had an incredible time with Jen and Wade!
There were so many stories and giggles between them. Maybe it was the tasty brews at Goad Ridge Brewing Co. in New London, MN or they just have the perfect relationship! While we were shooting, there was a couple eyeballing us (in a good way) and I thought they were annoyed with us BUT it turns out they were as fond as them as I am because they picked up the tab! What a treat! We then adventured around the town finding a unique crabby boy on a bike mural. We couldn't decide if it was cool or not! While we were shooting, Jen got a little wild with her hands and hit her darling square in the (you know where) - you've got to see the photo (you bet I am sharing it! ha, ha!) Then they saw the cutest little pup hang out the window and Jen's face screamed, "WE NEED A PUPPY!" We finished up the shoot at the most serene little dock area and they got pretty competitive in the water which was the perfect ending to the evening with these sweethearts. I am obsessed with their personalities, her hair, and can not wait for the wedding. They are a match 100%!! enjoy
I've known Andy (the dad) for a long time. He's a wedding DJ and has grown into quite the hubby and daddy over the years. Erin (mama) is absolutely lovely and I can't get over how she gorgeous she looks after having sweet little Eliza!!! Sweet big bro was incredibly patient and loving towards his baby sister and snuggled her without hesitation. I'll cross my fingers he'll stay like this during her toddler stage : )
Enjoy!
What an incredible surprise it was to receive a call from mama to photograph these twins! I had the pleasure of working with their parents on their wedding day years ago was so bummed they had moved out of the state for the past few years. Just before these darlings were born, mama and daddy with the big fur siblings moved back to MN and I could not be happier!!!
Isla + Isaac were so snuggly and peaceful during their entire session. Right when daddy had to make a work call, they woke up and needed to be fed. Isn't that how the stars always seem to align?!?! enjoy! It's amazing what a great bottle of wine, beautiful setting, and gorgeous couple can do! I met Alex and Sam at Schram Winery for their engagement session they knocked my socks off. Take a look for yourself.
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