J&D New littles {Southern Minnesota Newborn Photographer}

I have to say that shooting newborns is growing on me. Sure, they take more time then the average session, you  may or may not get peed on, and it takes A LOT of patience. But, I have really enjoyed snuggling these littles and it quiets my uterus down, lol.
These little girls are too cute. And their brother was so well behaved, I was really impressed! I had so much fun with this sweet family! Like I have mentioned before, I do a lot of shots with the family because a newborn is an addition to the family unit. I don't use a lot of props or anything, it is more about the babies in their moment. They aren't little forever.

So sweet

Definitely a favorite!

Such a proud big brother

These two, so precious!

~D~ did not want to sleep. She gave me a run for my money. 

~J~ was very much interested in what I was doing!

I love baby smiles

Put them together...out cold. 

Sweet baby toes!

~M~ is 9 months! {Southern Minnesota Children's Photographer}

Oh this little man. I have so enjoyed watching him grow in front of my lens. He is turning into such a little charmer! I was so happy we were able to take his 9 month photos outside! Yeah for spring! I am ready for more sessions outside!

Oh those cheeks!

He sure loves his wagon!

Those eyes, too cute!

He was not thrilled with me at this point, but still looks good for the camera!

He is saying, "seriously? are we done?" Yes, sweet man, until your one year session!

Imaging USA 2015 (Southern Minnesota Photographer)

I am finally blogging my Nashville trip!! I really thought I would take more photos, but when it came down to it, I was just so busy trying to learn as much as I could, then being exhausted at night, I hardly took my camera out. However, I now know what to expect, so next time, I will shoot more! 

I was so excited to take this trip with my friend Heather of Red Barn Photography and learned so much! We flew into Nashville on Jan. 31 and we were able to go out on the town that evening. We stayed out WAY to late at the fault of the shuttle driver who decided to be a half hour late to pick us up. We stay at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center and it was AMAZING! It is the largest hotel in America that isn't a casino. So, we had everything we needed right there. 

Three straight days of learning, meeting and networking with new people, and I even got my first massage at the spa. Yes, I am 32 and haven't been to spa, I am a sheltered girl :-) 

We did go out again on Monday night and took some photos. I realized I am so much better at taking photos of people. Landscape and architecture photography is just not my forte, but I tried! 

These tap handles just looked really cool to me. 

I love how the lights pop in this one. 

I got Heather to pose for me :-)

I tried, and I do like how some of my shots turned out. 

There was live music at almost every bar on Broadway, I had to stop and get shots through the window. 

The three floor bar. 

One of the photographers we met brought a tripod and was trying to get traffic shots. I took a stab at it. Now, this is just bracing my camera as still as possible against my body. Not bad for my first try. 

And that's Heather. 

As photographers we are always willing to do crazy stuff to get the shot. She laid on the sidewalk, I leaned over a nasty trash can. It's what we do. 

My favorite "window" shot. 

Oh how I can't wait for the next Imaging I will attend in 2017. I am amazed and inspired. I am going for my certification in these next two years which will bring my photography to the next level. Get ready, it's going to be WAY fun!! 

Baby M 3 Months! {Southern Minnesota Children's Photographer}

 I have to say three months is the hardest to shoot. They can't hold themselves up just yet but try. however, this little munchkin is so super cute, he was worth it! I can't wait to watch this little man grow!

So smiley! 

His sisters kept him attentive

Those eyes! 

Bibs always melt my heart! 

♥

LOVE this one!! 

I feel so honored to be the one to capture this little man growing!! Can't wait for his 6 month session! 

~H~ 2014 Tracy High School Senior {Southern Minnesota Senior Photographer}

I have been wanting to shoot at my in laws farm ever since we moved back to Minnesota. I finally got the chance when H wanted a "rustic" location. This was PERFECT! Of course, there was a lot of family at the house and watching us, lol. H handled it like a pro and we had so much fun! Her outfits were so cute and she was up for anything! Be warned, this is another full post of AWESOME photos!!



 

Her eyes got me from the start!

 

Little hidden gems of locations on the farm!

 

 

Great Grandma's house was amazing to shoot around!

 

 

 

I mean, for real?! Gorgeous!

 

Grandpa's stud was happy to get in a few shots for us!

 

 

 

My little flirt had to ask to be in a photo with H, who can say no to that face?!

Oh light how I adore thee!

 

 

 

The old horse trailer was just the pop of color we needed!

 

 

 

I could go on and on about this brick wall. An old chicken/rabbit house that fell a couple of years ago. Absolutely a perfect backdrop.

 

 Beautiful!

 

 

I hope you had as much fun as I did, H! Good luck with your senior year, you are going places!!

 

 

 

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~S~ Family Children {Southern Minnesota Natural Light Children's Photographer}

Being 36 weeks pregnant, it isn't the easiest thing to take photos at this point. However, these three made my job easy! We spent some time at the lake with some beautiful evening light. I am loving these Minnesota locations!! 

 

 

 

 

 

Beautiful children

 

 

“What strange creatures brothers are!”
― Jane Austen

I'm sure ~Z~ LOVES having sisters...you can tell can't you? ;-)

 

 

Had to do some on the dock!

I fell in love with the light by the sweet corn....

 

For there is no friend like a sister
In calm or stormy weather;
To cheer one on the tedious way,
To fetch one if one goes astray,
To lift one if one totters down,
To strengthen whilst one stands”
― Christina Rossetti, Goblin Market and Other Poems

 

 

Beautiful ~A~ who turned 12 that day!

 

 

~Z~ had so many expressions!

 

 I've known ~M~ since she was 8 years old. Say hello to one of my 2015 Senior Reps! (yes, we have already planned it!)

 

 

 

I am looking forward to capturing this family again in the Fall. They better be ready, I won't be pregnant anymore~ no restrictions!! hehehe

 

I have ONE opening this week before my leave starts. 25% off session fee is still good!!

 

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