School is back in session here in Iowa, the weather is cooling to a more manageable temperature, and fall is on everyone's mind. With...

In late May, I organized a 'Back to Basics' Mini session at my studio in Des Moines. I captured the images against a white seamless backdrop without any props—just the family. I must say, these are some of my favorite studio photographs! There is often a beauty in a simple setup that allows the subject to stand out.

Whenever I am asked what my favorite type of session to photograph is, without hesitation I say 'Maternity!' It also makes me feel a bit like a hypocrite though, because I only ever did maternity photos with babies 2 and 3. They are my favorite to photograph though. I have been loving having a larger studio space that allows for a variety of different sets. I do love outdoor sessions, but I am also very honest, that not every person is wanting to traverse through the wilderne

What will the photography do to help soothe and comfort the baby during their newborn photos? Here's a list of ways I keep baby calm and con

Dominic is an athlete and wanted to incorporate his sports (football and wrestling) into his senior photos.

When I started out as a professional photographer, there was a lot of little things I had to decide for my business and my brand. Some of th

Ankeny Centennial Senior photographed during two sessions for her senior photo session.

This was the year we decided to dress as our fav turtles and friends. Funnily enough, the turtles and our boys share similar personality

When we think of family photos, so many of us think of the stuffy posed photos from the 1990's. The unnatural poses and plastic smiles.

There's more to photography than simply clicking a button, but most people are unaware of the relationship between light

Your child's name is one of the most important things you can gift your child. They'll outgrow their carseat, onesies, and even their...

If you're anything like me, you've spent hours scrolling Pinterest while procrastinating doing the laundry. I love looking at out of the...

I've mentioned a time or two (or a million) that I am such a lover of learning. I would be a full-time college student if college courses...

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...

I have mentioned before that in the late summer, I accepted a position as an in-hospital photographer for a national company that offers...

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...

Des Moines, Iowa Family Photographer - Indoor spring mini sessions located in Norwalk, Iowa for Mother's Day, families, couples, & maternity

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...

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...

Des Moines family photographer - newborn photos