Are you tired of kids flashing fake smiles? You’re not alone. Photographers and Moms know this struggle too well. Trying to capture that genuine smile from a child can be like finding a needle in a haystack. I’ve been there. Trust me. But what if I told you there’s a way to turn that around? […]

Planning a family photography session can sometimes feel overwhelming. You might find yourself obsessing over the perfect outfits, the ideal location, and making sure every hair is in place. But remember, the true essence of family photography isn’t found in the flawless coordination of colors or the picturesque backdrop; it’s in the authentic, unscripted moments […]

I am not your family photographer if… You expect me to expect your little ones to sit still and listen 100% of the time. But if your child’s energy is boundless, if they light up the room with their laughter, and if you love those unscripted moments of pure joy, then guess what? I am […]

Hey there, beautiful families! As your dedicated family photographer, I want to take a moment to talk about something close to my heart. The pressure to appear to have a “perfect family” is a common psychological phenomenon influenced by various societal and cultural factors. Social media, in particular, plays a significant role in creating unrealistic […]

Last weekend Debra and her husband, mom, dad, daughter, son in law, and dog (Wrigley) came to my Milwaukee Photography Studio Space for an extended family session. I am in LOVE with their session! I loved that they chose a black and white color palette because their outfits worked PERFECTLY for the studio! My natural […]

I had the best time photographing Kate at Grant Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! This sweet girl has grown up so much since her newborn session!! I loved photographing Marie + Derek again at the same park that we did their engagement photos at a few years ago!! You can see their wedding that I blogged, […]

I am so excited to share the photos from my recent session with Britt and Tom and their 3 adorable kids! We went to the same park we did their engagement photos a few years ago; Doctors Park in Mequon. As a photographer, it is so validating when clients come back to you year after […]

This family makes my job so incredibly easy! Their contagious laughter, Marley’s adorable smile, and Reese’s spontaneous dance moves and wild stories make me smile so much my face hurts. I was lucky enough to photograph their family photos last year when Jaimie was pregnant was baby Marley!  I cannot believe how many incredible photos […]

And here it is folks, Part TWO of Paisley’s first birthday photography session. in case you missed it, check out part ONE. We had so much fun and I love these photos! These baby bubble bath photos might just be some of my new favorites! Enjoy part two preview! XO milwaukee family photographer, first year […]