THE JOURNAL

Hill Farm is a favorite location for so many of my clients.  Living here in North Oaks gives us access to this beautiful property but it is off limits to non-residents.  Clients can always be my guest though and that’s exactly what we did here.  The property used to have a lovely area of tall […]

Ever wonder what I’m lugging around in my big pink camera bag?  I’m not going to lie my back has been hurting from toting this thing along to all my sessions this fall.  I’m going to need a massage when all this is said and done!  But I thought I would take a moment to […]

You’re wearing the perfect outfit and you’ve thought about the ideal caption for Instagram but you just know that there’s a good chance you will end up smiling awkwardly for the photo. Unfortunately, even after many years of practice, not everyone has perfected smiling for photos. It is possible to look better in photos though. […]

I know fall sessions are about over and so you might not be thinking about what to wear for your photo session now BUT holiday mini’s are coming up and studio sessions this winter and it’s always a good idea to talk about what to wear for your photo sessions!  Something I’ve been noticing with […]

It’s so exciting to finally get your professional family photos, so the last thing you want is for something to happen to those digital files. The moment you receive photos from your photographer, make a backup of the files. Unfortunately, technology can sometimes fail too, which is why it’s highly recommended you print your favorite […]

If you love having photos taken and capturing memories with the people you love, you’re probably aware of the term ‘mini session’. Mini sessions are a great option for some people but they’re not the right fit in every situation. If you’re considering booking a mini session, this is how to decide whether it’s the […]

Everyone needs a profile picture, whether it’s for social media, a resume or an app such as WhatsApp, but how do you take a profile picture that looks good and showcases your unique personality? Your profile picture is your first impression and a part of your personal brand. It can impact you both professionally and […]

It’s that time of month when I share this month’s style board!  As you know I love when clients choose neutrals or muted colors.  I don’t usually recommend plaid but as long as there isn’t too much it works as you see here in this board.  Below are the links to make any purchases you […]

I’m so excited to announce this year’s holiday mini sessions in the studio for November 7th & 8th 2020!  We will be in my Northeast Minneapolis studio. It’s not too late to RSVP!  November is right around the corner!! Have you been meaning to set up your family photo shoot for months and feel like you’ve […]

Most people are strapped for time but this doesn’t mean we don’t want to enjoy and capture the special moments – they do fly by so quickly after all. Fortunately, if time constraints have been preventing you from scheduling a professional photography session, mini sessions are the solution you’ve been searching for. The What: Mini […]