In this Grow With Me series, I had the privilege of capturing Donnie and Leroy’s first year. From NICU smiles to their one-year session, I carefully pieced together every moment to create a heartfelt film. Watch as I take you on a journey from newborn to one-year-old, blending special memories and family milestones. This is one of my most emotional films, and I can’t wait for you to experience it.

After months of waiting and hoping, Amber finally got her wish — hospital restrictions lifted just in time for Baby Quinn’s arrival. As one of her two allowed visitors, I had the honor of capturing those unforgettable first hours of life.

The Franke Family Film captures the quiet beauty of first-time parenthood—snuggles, bottles, giggles, and love that shines through even in the everyday routines. This lifestyle family film preserves the moments you’ll want to remember long after the baby stage has passed.

Watching your baby grow right before your eyes is both magical and unbelievably fast. That’s exactly why Grow With Me Film Sessions exist—to bottle up the newborn days, the wobbly six-month stage, and that big first-birthday personality in a heartfelt, documentary-style film. This session marks Cullen’s six-month milestone, and he has already transformed into a giggly, curious, on-the-move little adventurer. From snowy playtime to reading books and exploring his playroom, this family film captures the sweetest everyday moments. I can’t wait to finish his first-year story this summer.

Discover the perfect time to schedule your portraits! Find out why September is my absolute favorite month for family, baby, and children’s photoshoots and why you should book now.

A look back at the second half of my favorite client photos of 2020 — a year full of backyard weddings, distanced newborn sessions, and outdoor family moments. Even in a challenging season, my clients brought so much beauty, love, and joy to their sessions. Here are the images that stood out the most.