Josephine Turns Four | Lake Odessa, Michigan Photographer
I was so thrilled to photograph Jo for her fourth birthday, she came with ideas and all sorts of cuteness! Of course, we ended up choosing a rainy November day for her photos, but that didn’t stop us from having fun and playing around in her back yard. She told me all about her favorite Disney Characters (Elsa and Olaf), introduced me to her dogs and had a lot of fun with balloons! Between the giggles, the running around and bouncing, Jo’s photos really capture her personality and I love that I was able to help capture them for her. Here are a few of my favorites from her session!
Happiest of Birthdays Jo!
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The Flaherty Family | Ada, MI Family Photos
I first met the Flaherty Family a couple years ago when I took their photos in Portland, since then, the Flaherty family moved to the cutest town of Ada, Mi! Since it had been a little while since the last family photos, they wanted an update and invited me to their home to capture them in their element. It was absolutely perfect! Here are a few of my favorites from their session!
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The Huhn Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
I was so excited to have the Huhn family reach out to me for their family photos. They wanted to squeeze into my fall schedule and were lucky enough to grab one of the last sessions I had available! I am so happy they did too, they are the most wonderful family! Here are a few of my favorites from my time with them!
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The Raccuia Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
I was so happy when the Raccuia Family reached out to me to capture their family photos in their backyard. I love when clients invite me to their property because it is unique to them and always allows for beautiful portraits. This family was so accommodating and was even better in front of the camera too! Here are a few of my favorites from their family photo session!
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The Wade Family | Lowell, MI Family Photos
Take a good look at my friends! I was so excited when the Wades asked me to update their family photos! They are good friends of ours so I knew it was going to be a blast getting these photos and catching up with them. Not too long ago, while I was missing them during the Michigan stay home order, I dropped a little gift on their front porch and came up with a hashtag for our friendship (#jorades) I’m pretty sure everyone thought I was a major dork, but that’s just how I roll! 😂 If that doesn’t give any indication of how comfortable I am in this friendship I don’t know what will, Haha!
Here are a few of my favorites from their session!
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The Lull Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
This beautiful family contacted me for a session because they knew they were gathering already making it the perfect opportunity to capture some family photos. What I didn’t realize is that they were all coming from opposite ends of the state to see one another and I just happened to be in the middle at their meeting point. I I am so glad they took the opportunity and reached out to get these images, it’s so important to have them! Here are a few of my favorites from their session!
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The Guernsey Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
I get to spend time with this beautiful family every year, I love watching little Levi grow!
Usually I give a little prelude to my sessions, however this time, I’m going to let the photos do the talking :)
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The Livingston Family | Grand Ledge, MI Family Photos
I love that the Livingston Family got together to get family portraits! It is way too easy to let the years go by without an update, but it is so tremendously important. I am so happy that they value the importance of this too! I met up with them for a morning session at one of their homes that has the most amazing yard, I am so happy they invited me. Here are a few of my favorites from my time with this lovely family!
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The Ward Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
I was so happy when the Ward Family invited me to their home to capture their family photos. Bridget and Andy were quick to introduce me to their newest addition, beautiful little Elise, who is celebrating her 2 month birthday! From the moment I saw these two new parents look at their daughter and introduce her to me, I knew that there was an endless amount of love in their family. I loved capturing these moments for them in their own backyard and know that these gorgeous photos will help them remember a time when Elise was so small. Here are a few of my favorites from my time with the Ward Family!
Thank you to the Ward Family for inviting me to do their family photos!
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Mini Sessions | Portland, Michigan Photographer
Fall mini sessions are always a very busy time for me! Many of the families I get to see each year while others are first timers in front of my lens. No matter who they are, I very much enjoy meeting and seeing all the people that visit during this annual event! I am so happy that I was able to offer these mini sessions this year, seeing each and every one of these families is truly something that I am thankful for!
With that said, here are all of the faces I saw this past Saturday for minis. Thank you all for supporting my small business!
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The Rogers Family | Portland, Michigan
The Rogers Family invited me to their home just outside of Portland, Michigan to capture them together. I love going to people’s property because it gives their portraits that extra personal touch, a lot of people don’t realize how photogenic their own backyards truly can be! The Rogers Family definitely had many areas that were picturesque so I got right to work finding the best ones and capturing their images. Here are a few of my favorites from my time with them!
Thank you, Rogers Family, for inviting me to your home!
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The Turner Family | Grand Ledge, MI Family and Newborn Photos
I was so excited that the Turner Family invited me to capture their growing family! They just added little Jameson to their clan so now is the perfect time to not only capture him, but also some of their family moments. I was so happy to be able to visit them at their home because it makes their photos more unique and illustrative of their family, not to mention. this is where they are most comfortable! Here are a few of my favorites from my time with them!
I feel so honored to have been able to capture the Turner Family!
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The Rogers Family | Lake Odessa Family Photos
The Rogers family invited me to their home for their family photos and while the goal was to get a couple family photos, the main goal was to document little Sully. Sully hasn’t had his photos taken yet, and I was happy to break him in, he is truly the cutest little guy! Here are a few of my favorites from the Rogers’ session, I am looking forward to seeing them again this fall!
Thank you, Rogers Family, for inviting me to capture your family!
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The Hanses Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
The morning of their session, I contacted the Hanses family because of the forecasted rain. In an effort to avoid it, I recommended that we change the time of their session to earlier in the day so that we didn’t get rained on. Of course, they were pleased to do this because no one likes to get rained on in photos!
We met in Portland at an earlier time than originally planned. As I was chatting with them and getting to know them at the beginning of their session, it started to rain. Wouldn’t you know it, the weather man was wrong again! Quite honestly, this is typical in Michigan, because we can wear a winter jacket and flip flops on the same day sometimes!
Without hesitation, Jeremy, Megan and little Reese got right to work with me, in the rain, to get their family photos updated. Rain could not stop us and we were able to get some amazing new photos for their wall and to share with their family! Here are a few of my favorites from their session!
Thank you, Hanses Family, for letting me capture your beautiful family!
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The Smith Family | Portland, MI Family Photography
Photographing another photographer is always an honor but when that photographer is also your neighbor, you really do feel like you received the “neighborhood jackpot!” It is so nice to be able to exchange family photos and talk “shop” just by walking down the street. With that said, I am happy to introduce you to my photography friend and neighbor, Kelly, along with her adorable family!
Thank you, Adam, Kelly, Liam and Drew, for asking me to capture your moments!
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Pennington | Portland, Michigan Family Photos
I was so excited to meet up with the Pennington Family this weekend to update their family pictures so that they included their newest addition, Kasen! I can’t even tell you about all the cuteness in these photos! Here are a few highlights from their session!
Thank you, once again, Pennington Family for letting me capture your moments!
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The Pulling Family | Portland, MI Family Photos
It was such a gorgeous morning spent with the Pulling family at their home to capture some of the most amazing photos. Here are some of my favorites from my time with them!
Thank you to the Pulling Family for inviting me to their home to capture these beautiful photos of their adorable family!
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The Perkins Family | Ionia, Michigan Family Pictures
I was so excited when the Perkins Family contacted me to take their annual family pictures. We got right to work by choosing the perfect spot at Sessions Lake in Ionia for some gorgeous photos! Here are a few of my favorites from their session!
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Flagg | Portland, Michigan Family Photos
When the Flagg Family contacted me for a mini session, I knew that I would be a busy photographer when they came by. These young kiddos sure keep you on your toes! I was determined to get some nice photos for the Flagg’s and have some fun while we were at it. There were a lot of funny faces, laughter and good smiles with this session which means some great memories were made. Here are a few favorites from their session!
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Daddy Daughter Dance | Portland, Michigan Photographer
Each February, I am asked to photograph the Daddy Daughter Dance hosted by the City of Portland. This event is a great opportunity for many young ladies to find their best dress and go on a special “date night” with one of their favorite people.
Many local businesses participate in the Daddy Daughter Dance festivities by running dinner specials or offering corsages. The dance occurs two evenings each February and both evenings are full of people looking to give their young girl a special night. I have been photographing the Daddy Daughter Dance for several years now and one of my favorite things is seeing many of the young ladies growing up year after year. I am already looking forward to next year!
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