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Portrait photographer specializing in newborns, families, couples, and seniors. Serving the Des Moines, Iowa metro since 2021.
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Read more about sessions, inspiration, behind the scenes footage, and some before and after shots on the blog. You can use the search feature if you are looking some specific content such as 'senior' or 'newborn' or you can just scroll and read all the blog posts!
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Why Investing in a Professional Photographer Is Worth Every Penny
In today’s image-centric society, captivating visuals play a crucial role in how we communicate and connect. Whether you want to preserve
Calli Tuggle
Jan 194 min read
Fairytale - Little Red Riding Hood
I grew up reading....everything. I was no stranger to books and especially loved fairytales. Library visits were frequently a true...
Calli Tuggle
Dec 19, 20242 min read
Go Ninja, TMNT Family Photos!
This was the year we decided to dress as our fav turtles and friends. Funnily enough, the turtles and our boys share similar personality
Calli Tuggle
Nov 5, 20243 min read
How Branding Photos can Help Your Small Business
We live in a world with data at our fingertips. We can easily pull up the latest movie showings or the menu at our favorite restaurant.
Calli Tuggle
Sep 15, 20242 min read
Des Moines Music Scene - Musician Spotlight - Ellis Belle
Mara talked to me about the music scene in the Des Moines metro and how she met the team that she would work with the produce her songs, as
Calli Tuggle
Sep 3, 20244 min read
Boudoir vs Pin-Up Photos
A quick guide for boudoir vs pin-up photography
Calli Tuggle
Jul 28, 20242 min read
Sweater Weather - Boudoir Session
In early February I hosted my first annual Sweater Weather sessions. I wanted to create a cozy, playful, sexy space for women that wanted...
Calli Tuggle
Feb 29, 20242 min read
White Sheet Session
If you're anything like me, you've spent hours scrolling Pinterest while procrastinating doing the laundry. I love looking at out of the...
Calli Tuggle
Aug 10, 20232 min read
Just Like Dad
I've had Jameson's blog post sitting in my drafts for months. I was so excited to share his photos, but I was drawing a blank on what...
Calli Tuggle
May 25, 20231 min read
Cuddly and Cute Newborn Boy
I have mentioned before that in the late summer, I accepted a position as an in-hospital photographer for a national company that offers...
Calli Tuggle
May 7, 20232 min read
Wonderful Wila Turns Two!
If you've known me for longer than five minutes, you've probably realized that I was born in the wrong decade. Although an 80's baby, I...
Calli Tuggle
Apr 8, 20232 min read
Spring Mini Sessions
Des Moines, Iowa Family Photographer - Indoor spring mini sessions located in Norwalk, Iowa for Mother's Day, families, couples, & maternity
Calli Tuggle
Apr 1, 20232 min read
Glitter Session: Mom+ Mini
A few weeks ago I hosted glitter mini sessions in my in-home studio. P's mom was the first to book the session. A few days before the big...
Calli Tuggle
Mar 9, 20231 min read
Moiré Effect
Have you ever been in a Facebook group primarily made up of moms? Oh yeah, I have. Aside from my least favorite topic of "Name that...
Calli Tuggle
Feb 7, 20231 min read
Welcome New Baby
Right before the Christmas holiday, my second son and I visited our local camera store, Christian Photo. I was having issues with my...
Calli Tuggle
Dec 29, 20222 min read
The Addams Family Maternity Session
Were you a 90's kid, like me? If so, you probably remember the 1991 movie The Addams Family. At the end of the film, the family's...
Calli Tuggle
Nov 12, 20222 min read
Fiona's Driveway Paint Session
I absolutely love when my clients come to me with out-of-the-box and messy ideas. When Cindy approached me and asked about photographing...
Calli Tuggle
Aug 7, 20222 min read
One Dress - Three Looks
Are you struggling to find an outfit to wear for photos Let's start by shopping your closet, because I'm betting that you do have...
Calli Tuggle
Aug 4, 20224 min read
Violet's Fairy Garden Photos
Have you ever met a child that is so full of life, adventure, and dreams? I have. Her name is Violet Dorothy, and she is an absolute gem...
Calli Tuggle
Jul 22, 20223 min read
Community Over Competition
"Community over competition" is a saying that I have heard a million times, but never really given much thought to in a professional...
Calli Tuggle
Jul 22, 20222 min read
Family, senior, couples, and newborn photographer serving the Des Moines, Iowa area since 2021.
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