Two parents play with their daughter near a basket of flowers during a Mother's Day mini session in Lakeville, MN.

A family of four dressed in various shades of blues and textures poses smiling at the camera along the shore of a beach during a mini session in Chanhassen, MN.

The most meaningful family photographs rarely come from everyone looking perfectly at the camera.

They come from the laughter between siblings, tiny hands reaching for yours, spontaneous hugs, and the moments that unfold naturally when your family simply spends time together.

My approach is relaxed and connection-focused, allowing your family to interact naturally while I document the relationships that matter most. The result is a gallery filled with genuine memories, authentic emotion, and images that truly feel like your family.

A Relaxed, Meaningful Experience

Two parents playfully lift their baby in the air during an outdoor family milestone session in Shoreview, MN.

Families

Children weren’t made to sit still, and your family session shouldn’t require them to.

My family sessions are built around connection, play, and genuine interaction. Children are encouraged to explore, move, laugh, cuddle, and simply be themselves.

Rather than expecting perfect behavior, I embrace the energy, curiosity, and personality that make your family uniquely yours.

Through child-led experience and gentle guidance, we’ll create images filled with authentic emotion and meaningful connection – the moments you’ll want to remember years from now.

The Beauty of This Season

A pregnant mother reaches up to kiss a child who is playfully sitting on top of the father's shoulders during an outdoor golden hour maternity session in Afton, MN.

Connection creates the moments. The camera simply preserves them.

family investment

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$475

45-60 minutes
50+ images
One location
Online gallery + print release
Unlimited communication + support

Full Session

Your Family Session Includes:
- A child-led, connection-focused photography experience
- Hand-edited digital images delivered in an online gallery
- Your choice of location: outdoors, in-home or studio
- Personalized styling guidance for the entire family
- Access to a curated client closet for Moms
- Access to a curated client closet for babies
- Location recommendation based on season, lighting, and desired atmosphere
- Gentle direction and prompts designed to encourage natural interaction
- The option to purchase heirloom-quality prints, albums, and wall art

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