Jessie + Mat | Couples Session

This session is unique because this couple is not engaged! This is a non engagement session with my little sister, Jessie, and her boyfriend, Mat. While I was in California for the holidays, I knew I wanted to do a photo session with the awesome light out there (not to mention warm weather). I mentioned to Jessie that I wanted to take some pictures, and she was all about it. I told her if she could convince Mat, then we could do some photos of the two of them! Luckily, Mat was a very good sport, and we had a lot of fun. AND I got to get some real shooting in along with all of my tourist photos (which I will blog about next, don't you worry)! So take a look at this beautiful California couples session and try not to get too upset at the fact they didn't have to wear coats in January. ;)

MY Family Photo Session!

I was out in California for the past few weeks visiting my family for the holidays, so of course we had to do a family photo. This year it ended up turning into a real photo session instead of just a snapshot at Christmas! We all went to a nearby park, and I spent the next 15 minutes running back and forth setting up shots and trying to make it into the photos before the timer was up. Once we got a few good shots of all of us, I took the camera off the tripod and did some smaller group shots. Guest photographers include my dad (Andrew), and my little brother (Emerson) for the other photos that I am actually in! This was probably the hardest family session I've done haha, but I suppose I should have expected that. It turned out pretty cute once everyone cooperated!

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A Day in the Life | Chicago Family Session

I don't get to do a lot of family photography, but when I do, I've determined this is my favorite kind. I spent an entire morning with this beautiful family in their Chicago apartment just hanging out and capturing what makes them who they are. I got a few more formal photos, but the majority of the day consisted of capturing moments. Which is basically what I live for. These are the best kinds of shoots because after the first hour, it's like I'm just a part of the family, and everyone is totally used to the camera, it's like it's not even there. These guys are so great, and I loved getting to spend part of their day with them just having fun at home and exploring the park. I did a day in the life session with them last year as well, and it's just crazy how much these girls grew in just a year. They are quite the pair, and adorable beyond belief as you will see! Thanks guys for hanging out with me, I absolutely loved capturing the spirit of your family!

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The Schweitzer Family | Wisconsin Family Portraits

I spent this past weekend in Wisconsin shooting soooo many photos! It was so great. On Sunday, I spent some time with this lovely family. They were troopers in the cold weather. It even started sprinkling at one point, and there wasn't a single complaint! Molly (the oldest daughter) and Kyle were also VERY recently engaged! So we got to do just a couple of engagement photos during the family session as well.  :) 

We started out in downtown Highland, Wisconsin where this gorgeous ivy covered wall was, and then headed out to Blackhawk Lake for the rest of our time. Despite the cold weather, these guys were awesome, and the fall colors were absolutely stunning. 

Alex : Madison Senior Portrait Session

This past Sunday I had the pleasure of hanging out with Alex for a few hours! We talked lacrosse (mostly about how I had no idea how the game works) and school, and explored a little bit of Madison chasing the afternoon light. It was an absolutely perfect fall day, and Alex made my job easy!

Take a look at the great shots we were able to capture on a sunny Sunday afternoon.