Let’s be real- most kids don’t exactly leap with joy when they find out it's photo day. Whether it's their parents behind the camera or a friendly stranger (hi, that’s me!) with a big ol' lens, photo sessions aren’t always their idea of fun. And that’s okay! As someone who genuinely loves working with kids- seriously, some of my favorite, most joy-filled sessions come from their unpredictability and spirit- I also know that a little incentive can go a long way. So, let’s talk about bribes...

I really want to talk for just a few minutes about a question I get all the time, which is how long is our session going to take? But what I want to get into is the details, not just with this specific time number, but I want to tell you about why. Typically a photo session, I always say for a standard nuclear family, it's going to take about 45 minutes. If it's an extended family, I then will use the words about an hour. that's how long I like to give for the time for an extended family. But...

There’s something so special about newborn sessions at home — the cozy atmosphere, the little everyday details, and the way everything feels extra full of love. I recently had the joy of photographing a beautiful in-home session for a sweet new baby boy, and it couldn’t have been more heartwarming. The proud parents were absolutely glowing with love and pride, and big brother was all smiles, clearly excited to step into his new role. And we can’t forget the family’s two “bodyguards” — their...