The E Family {MN Family Photographer}

I had to hold off on this blog post because these photos were being used for Christmas gifts-- perfect idea!! This session took place one GORGEOUS October Saturday. We couldn't have had a nicer day, though not all of the children would maybe agree with that ;) It took some help from the ring pops to coax them into cooperating, but hey- we'll always remember the day right? Thanks E Family! You had great ideas and props along-- always fun :) I guess this is no sneak peek since you have your files in hand already--- but a peek for the rest of us!

Family {MN Family Photographer}

I met up with this lovely group just after Christmas for their session---- yes--- can you believe it? Hardly looks like Christmas time in the outdoor photos huh? Fine by me, love to be able to get outside and get a variety of looks for a session. We had newborn photos with the newest little darling first and then moved on to family photos with big cousin and his family. They were visiting from Texas so I'm sure perfectly content with these warm temps we had going on that week. They were both SO good--- it was a breeze! Such a fun group-- enjoy your sneak peek!

The A Family {MN Family Photographer}

Just when we thought we were going to have a "brown Christmas" the A family's wish came true with at least a dusting of the white stuff the morning of their photo shoot. It was a gorgeous December day (again!!) granted, they were maybe slightly chilled without their coats, but imagine even being ABLE to do a photo shoot in December without coats!! I came out to their family farm for the session and what a great setting! Everyone was home for the holidays so it was the perfect opportunity to seize for a family photo shoot! What an adorable and fun family! Thanks so much A family for asking me to join you just before the holidays-- hope it was a very Merry Christmas for you! Enjoy the sneak peek!

The S Family {MN Family Photographer}

Meet the S Family. Who would have thought we would have the NICEST day in December for outdoor family portraits on the lake!! It was unbelievable how nice it was outside- we have been pretty lucky this year! Isn't this little girl just an absolute doll!? Her eyes are just gorgeous! She LOVED being out on the lake and playing in the sand, whether it was December or not! We're already talking about another family session this summer and I can't wait to see how she will grow and how much fun she will have in the water when its not frozen. Thank you so much S Family for inviting me out! Enjoy the sneak peek!

Michelle & Family {MN Family Photographer}

I met up with Michelle and her son and boyfriend one chilly Sunday morning. We were hoping for some snow in the photos, but it was just barely snowing that morning so we got some flurries in the air but that was about it. We had to be quick so no one got too rosy of cheeks or noses :) I had met her son through doing school photos for a local nursery school in town and I was happy to see he remembered me and was ready to play some games! What a cute and fun little boy! Thanks so much for contact me to do family photos for you Michelle! Enjoy your sneak peek!

Miss A {MN Newborn Photographer}

I got to travel to Minneapolis to meet this darling little girl Miss A. She was just the teeniest little thing and wide awake as could be, but look at those eyes! Fine by me :) What a lovely little family and I was so happy to be able to come to their home and capture this time in their lives and their surroundings-- so personal and something they will treasure forever. What a beautiful home and darling nursery! Special touches everywhere! Thank you so much M Family for asking me down to photograph your new beautiful little family-- Congratulations and enjoy your sneak peek!

The S Family {MN Family Photographer}

I have to say this group was one of the most efficient I've worked with- way to go team! We powered this SUPER fun session out pretty darn quickly with TONS of winner shots ;) What a fun group and I LOVED their fun fall/winter attire! So colorful and full of texture! You may recognize mom and dad from the YUMMY local favorite Cafe 116 from here in Fergus Falls. Past clients will tell you I am a regular down there for meet ups ;) I was so pleased when they asked me to do their family photos!! This session was the one I posted about the "moving location" -- they had it set that they wanted this specific train to be the backdrop of the photos and we lucked out it was still there they day of the session! Enjoy your sneak peek S family and thank you so much for your patience and support!! I'm a lifer down at the cafe you know that ;)

The K Family {MN Family Photographer}

Ok- now while these photos show we DID get some smiles out of little Miss S--- boy did she make us work for them! haha- She is simply adorable but not much for being in front of the camera...she was MUCH more interested in checking out my camera, pressing buttons, seeing what I saw haha-- do we have a future photographer on our hands here? ;) This session was on one of our last "warm" days of fall-- maybe we'll have another streak here, but not sure it will happen again, so lucky for the K Family! Enjoy your sneak peek!

The P Family {MN Family Photographer}

Ok--- honestly--- how adorable is this family!?! Loved this session! While it may have been QUITE breezy and a tad chilly, we made do with a few breaks for warm ups and we worked in shifts ;) All in all though I'm really happy with the results. SUCH a cute and loving group!! Big brother J had already been through the Holly D training course though -- you may recognize him as one of my seniors from this year as well. I also got a quick preview of the family's plans for some wall portrait galleries and I cannot WAIT to see what they pick out and hopefully see them once fully installed in their home? (hint hint photos please ;) ) Thanks so much P family for asking me out to your place for a photo session-- again, what a great crew! Enjoy the sneak peek!!

The S Family {MN Family Photographer}

Ok-- we all KNOW the inevitable...winter is coming....we're lucky its not SUPER cold..YET....BUT we can still hope for warm and comfortable outdoor family portrait sessions right!?! Well, this was not TOO bad, but we definitely kept moving and finished up JUST before a rain storm- phew! And let me tell you, these two dogs did not want ANYTHING to do with the camera or looking at me haha- I think I worked harder to get them even to glance my direction than I ever have had to for a child haha. Just to get a few with everybody looking and smiling was QUITE the accomplishment ;) We had lots of fun walking around joking together-- thanks so much S Family! Enjoy your sneak peek!