Southeast Wisconsin is a treasure trove for families looking to capture timeless moments through photography. With its mix of rolling prairies, vibrant gardens, historic parks, and Lake Michigan’s shoreline, this region offers countless picture-perfect backdrops. Whether you’re planning seasonal portraits or milestone family photos, the best parks for family photos in SE Wisconsin provide the […]
Last night, I pulled out the ice bin from our wedding, filled it with all-natural bubble bath, tossed in a few rubber duckies, grabbed some mums from the yard… and boom. A simple evening turned into one of my favorite photos of Baby Lake to date!! Here’s the thing: you don’t need a Pinterest-perfect backdrop […]
I still get chills when I think about lighting that evening on Milwaukee’s Lake Michigan beach. Carly and Chaz arrived and the universe basically said, “Okay, it’s showtime.” The sunshine was gentle and golden and the breeze just enough to make her hair move around her face. Fast forward a few days after our session; […]
“I just want one photo where I don’t hate how I look.” She said it under her breath, trying to laugh it off, but I heard her. And I felt it. Because I’ve said the same thing. Before I became a mom, I thought I understood why women hesitated to be in front of the […]
I used to think I understood how stressful picking outfits for family photos could be. I’d reassure clients with tips, pin inspo boards, and send gentle reminder emails that said things like, “Coordinating, not matching, is key!” But then I became a mom. And had to get three of us dressed, at the same time, […]
Last week, I had one of those “mom moments.” You know, the kind where your kid does something so effortlessly cute that you have to grab your camera before the moment slips away? That’s Baby Lake for me. Sometimes I bring him to The Green Room—my cozy, plant-filled photography studio here in Milwaukee and we […]
Families grow and change so fast. One day, your toddler is taking their first steps, and the next, they’re off to school. Photos are the only way to freeze those moments so you can look back and remember every detail. As a Mequon family photographer, I specialize in creating warm, natural, and candid images that […]
Okay. Be honest with me for a second. When was the last time you were in the photo? Not just your kids. Not just their messy pancake faces or the dog mid-zoomies in the backyard. I’m talking about you — with them. Snuggling your toddler. Laughing at your partner. Holding the baby like you’ll never […]
Family photo shoots are magical. They’re moments to freeze time, capture memories, and create something you’ll treasure forever. But, as any parent knows, trying to manage a packed schedule, wrangle energetic kids, and look effortlessly stylish can turn into a full-blown meltdown in no time. So, what’s the secret weapon to keeping everyone smiling and […]
Planning a family photo session shouldn’t feel like another chore on your to-do list. It’s about capturing your family exactly as they are right now – all the laughter, mischief, and love – in a way that you’ll cherish forever. But between selecting outfits, keeping the kids entertained, and coordinating schedules, it’s easy to feel […]
