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Our top five favorite photo locations in Door County As a family photographer, I’ve had the opportunity to explore Door County’s beautiful landscapes and charming towns. If you’re planning family photos in Door County and need some location inspiration, here are my top five favorite photo locations in Door County: Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature […]
It brings me immense joy as a photographer to capture the precious moments of a newborn baby. I recently had the privilege of documenting a beautiful baby girl’s in-home and neighborhood park Newborn Session in Green Bay. It was an absolute delight. There is nothing quite as heartwarming as watching a baby bond with their […]
As a photographer, I always feel privileged to document the precious memories of families. It’s a moment of joy when you see the love and bond between family members. A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of photographing the Spinler family’s photo session at Whispering Pines Tree Farm. It was a heartwarming experience to spend time […]
Capturing Memories: Photographing the McCormick Family at Portage Park Beach and Canal Overlook The McCormick family chose a lovely day to take their family photos at Portage Park Beach. We also went to the canal overlook by Lake Michigan for the second half of their Sturgeon Bay family session. It was a perfect day for […]
Strengthening Family Bonds: An Unforgettable Sturgeon Bay Canal Light Family Session The Sturgeon Bay Canal Light Family Session was a perfect opportunity for Emilie, Matt, and their four amazing kids to capture memories that will last a lifetime. They all dressed in coordinated outfits and headed to the picturesque location. Which offered stunning water and […]
I love when we head out the door to spend the whole day doing nothing but relaxing on the beach and playing. We stopped at the store and loaded our bags with snacks to create a charcuterie board for our Door County beach picnic. We visited various Door County beaches and Lautenbach’s Cherry Orchard to […]
In the Upper East Side of Milwaukee lies the historic Lake Park surrounded by exquisite homes and old-world charm. Last month we traveled to Milwaukee for Finn’s Newborn Session in Wauwautosa. Something to know about me is if there is an opportunity to turn something into a homeschool unit, I will. While we photographed a […]
After photographing a good amount of extended family sessions this year. I honestly think every family should have photos taken any time the whole family comes together. The Spinler siblings made it a priority to get their whole family together for fall family photos this year. This Family Session in De Pere was a gifted […]
Egg Harbor, Door County After photographing a bunch of Door County family vacations this year, I honestly think every family should have photos taken when the whole family comes together for vacation. That’s precisely what the Trapp family did, and here you have their Egg Harbor Family Portraits. This was a surprise session for Meme, […]
I had the honor of hanging out with the Aukeman family for the second time this year. Aja wanted to gift her Mother a family session for her birthday. I think that’s such a sweet and thoughtful gift. The Wagnitz Extended Family Session at Pittsfield Park had a beautiful sky, and the fall colors were […]