Portrait Photography

The sand shores of lake Michigan has forever held a special burst of magic for my soul. I look out at the calm waters and just know, that whatever events occur in life, that the strength of Cory and mine’s love & peace as husband and wife, can get us through anything. And that is […]

There truly aren’t words, when sitting here behind my computer, thinking of what to write about Mike & Kerry’s maternity portraits at Crystal Mountain. Because, an hour together just wasn’t enough!!! It was so wonderful meeting this adorable couple, who have come together in their favorite place in Northern Michigan, to celebrate their growing family!! […]

A moment is fleeting, but when captured on camera, it becomes everlasting…It’s hump day today and normally I’m starting to look forward to the weekend, but my heart is filled to bursting with editing so many amazing pictures from last weekend’s Maternity Session with Michelle & David. Editing moments like this, fuels and energizes me, […]

There is something truly spectacular about standing on the outside of a family, and witnessing it grow, evolve, and adapt… and to see the constant wonders and magic that comes from this progress. I’ve met with Molly and Brandon throughout their daughter’s newborn sessions and first birthday photography sessions throughout northern Michigan and let me […]

What a sweet family of three becoming a family of four. This darling couple and daughter came together for an absolutely gorgeous maternity session in Northern Michigan. A family farm, a place near and dear to their hearts, was the special place where Maria went for part of their photography session. Their daughter couldn’t have said it […]

What an incredible journey it has been to watch this darling family grow. Maternity session, to new born photography and now the twins first birthday. And what a way to celebrate then to do a cake smash with this energetic and completely adorable pair. This hand custom set created by Betsy was designed with pinks, […]

Normally, the photographers comes up with ideas, poses and locations to shoot at. However, this beautiful, and energetic girl was full of brilliant ideas that included locations, props and a willingness to try anything! It was such a fun day, as her family joined the shoot which brought so much laughter and emotion, which made […]

Coming up to Northern Michigan has been this radiant pairs beloved place to go, leading back to their engagement session a few years ago . So what better place to start bringing their soon to be angel than to the place they treasure so dearly. It was a true pleasure to see Julie and Andy once […]

This family couldn’t have been more fun or more perfect! While on the dry land, the golden sunlight cast its rays down onto this adorable playful family of four. The day just kept getting more exciting as the two kiddies got there first experience splashing in the cool blue waters of Lake Michigan. It was […]

I am so blessed to have shared in Aiden’s first birthday, for his Cake Smash Photography session in Traverse City Michigan. This face! I mean really, can you get any cuter??!! This little angel is truly a miracle, and I am so blessed to help him celebrate his first birthday!! His amazing mom made him […]

So excited to introduce to the world, baby Ella, the sweet little girl from my friends Tracy and Jared! They came to my studio in downtown Traverse City, with this little bundle of joy that slept peacefully and harmoniously throughout her session. We were able to achieve several different curling position, and were even able […]