Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet resting on a floral crib sheet, with blurred baby in background.

 

GRAND RAPIDS BASED

 

MICHIGAN FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

CAPTURE YOUR FAMILY AS YOU ARE

YOUR REAL LIFE, IN REAL PHOTOS


As a mother, I can't put into words just how deeply I value family. As a lifestyle and storytelling photographer, I pride myself on being able to document how special everyday moments are when they are shared with the ones we love most. If you are the sentimental, nostalgic type, searching for a way to preserve this season of your family's story, you've come to the right place.


Movie night Fridays? Sunday morning brunch? My family sessions are child led and preferably in a location or participating in an activity that is familiar to you and your family. I will, of course, offer prompts, but my goal is to let the story of your family unfold naturally rather than to curate a "picture perfect" one. To me "picture perfect" is authenticity, however that looks for your family.


If you resonate with my style of photography, you are likely a person who finds meaning in the mundane rituals of family life- all the little details that are so easy to miss in our fast paced world. I'm convinced that those are precisely the same little moments we will cherish most when we're older and the house becomes quiet, which is why I love to document them. This season of your family is not forever, but the photographs of it can be. That's what I am here for.

A child kneels on a wood floor flipping through vinyl records on a mid-century shelf in a warm, sunlit living room with houseplants.
A mother crouches on green grass hugging her laughing blonde toddler daughter in a sunny park.
A tiny newborn baby hand gently gripping an adult finger, symbolizing new life and the bond between parent and child.
Family picking apples in an orchard, gathered around a wicker basket on green grass.
A smiling mother and two young girls sit barefoot on a cushioned porch sofa, sipping from mugs and enjoying a cozy morning together.
Young girl in a yellow floral top leans over a table, stirring a small cup beside handmade ceramic mugs and pots while others look on.
Toddler in pajamas standing at a glass door looking outside at a green yard and wooden deck.
Toddler in floral onesie adjusting oversized sunglasses while standing on grass with green bushes in background.
Family with red-haired children enjoying a sunny day outdoors in a lush green apple orchard.
Family enjoying a picnic on a blanket in a lush apple orchard on a sunny day.
A woman pours tea from a dark kettle into a small cup while a young girl watches beside a potted green plant on a wooden table.
Older blonde girl in denim dress hugging toddler sibling while playing with a stick outdoors in green grass.
A woman and two children gather around a wooden coffee table with candles in a cozy living room with a bay window and chandelier.
Mother sitting on garden bench watching toddler in camo overalls among colorful autumn foliage.
A smiling woman sits with two barefoot children on wooden porch steps in front of a rustic brown door with a small pumpkin nearby.
Close-up of a baby's face upside down wearing a pink floral headband.
Mother and child sitting together on a wooden porch swing surrounded by lush green garden foliage.
A curious toddler sits on grass during a family picnic, wearing a patterned shirt, with adults relaxing on a blanket behind.
Family of five sharing a picnic on a blanket in a green park with a basket of fresh fruit.
A bride in a white gown reaches toward a smiling young boy running across a sunny green field.
Bride in white gown walks with young flower girl across lush green lawn at golden hour wedding celebration.
Two young children playing on a white blanket during a sunny outdoor picnic in a lush green park.
Overhead view of a young child with curly brown hair wearing a yellow and blue jacket outdoors.
A smiling mother kneels on grass in an orchard with three children and a basket of red apples on a sunny day.
A young family of three poses in an autumn forest, wearing green and plaid flannel outfits, with colorful fall foliage behind them.
Family enjoying a peaceful picnic on lush green grass under a large tree in a scenic park setting.
Family of four enjoying a outdoor picnic on a white blanket in a grassy park with snacks and toys.
A woman and a young girl stand together in a sunlit kitchen, framed by a wooden pass-through window with potted green plants on the ledge.
Couple laughing on a picnic blanket in an apple orchard with a basket of apples and a child in the background.
Mother kneeling on grass interacting with young daughter in a sunlit green orchard setting.
Mother and two children sit on the wooden front steps of a craftsman-style home decorated with pumpkins and autumn flowers.
Young girl in a yellow ruffled dress stands at a green wooden art easel in a sunlit living room with large windows and cozy furniture.
A curly-haired toddler in a plaid jacket walks through an autumn forest covered in fallen orange leaves.
Close-up of a sleeping baby wrapped in a soft floral blanket near a window with warm natural light.
Family of five walking outdoors in green park, parents holding hands with three young children on sunny day.
Two people sharing a warm embrace in a lush green garden surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
A toddler holds hands with parents while taking first steps on green grass outdoors.
Toddler in blue denim jeans and sneakers standing on green grass near a wooden planter outdoors.
A woman and a child sit on a hardwood floor beside a turntable and record shelf as a cat walks by in a sunlit room.
A mother and toddler share a warm hug on a blanket in an apple orchard, with a basket of red apples nearby.
Two children play in a sunlit living room with hardwood floors, one browsing a record shelf while the other uses a green easel.
A mother lifts her young child joyfully outdoors near a serene lake surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
Smiling young woman holding a baby outdoors among green trees and sunflowers in a garden setting.
A smiling woman sits on grass in a park while three young children play around her on a sunny day.
Close-up of a baby's clasped hands wearing a pink floral long-sleeve dress.
Smiling mother kneeling in apple orchard hugging red-haired toddler while young girl stands beside them.
A smiling woman stands behind two barefoot children, one holding a cat, in a bright hallway with wood floors, trim and a dining room beyond.
A mother and young blonde girl in matching blue dresses hold hands while walking outdoors in a grassy park.
A baby reaches for fresh fruit at an outdoor picnic on a blanket with family members seated around a basket of bread.
Two people crouch beside a wooden shelf of vinyl records while one pulls out an album, with a turntable playing on top.
Green wooden children's easel with paper roll and a colorful drawing labeled Elsie, with art supplies in bins beside a cozy sofa.
Three children running through sunny green apple orchard pathway on a bright autumn day.
A woman and two children stand on a welcome mat at a wooden front door with stained glass windows in a warm yellow house.
Family enjoying a picnic on a white blanket in a lush green orchard on a sunny day.
Toddler reaching for fresh fruit slices including watermelon and pineapple in a container during an outdoor picnic.
A toddler in a white shirt and black pants walks alone through a lush green grassy park toward trees.
Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet resting on a floral crib sheet, with sleeping infant in soft background.
A joyful young girl with curly blonde hair sits laughing among forest foliage beside a large tree trunk.
Adorable blonde toddler in camo shirt looks at camera during outdoor family gathering in green park.
A mother and two young children enjoy a picnic on a blanket in a lush green park.
A smiling woman in a green sweater holds a toddler in a plaid shirt amid golden autumn forest leaves.
Two children enjoy a sunny outdoor picnic, laughing and sharing snacks on a blanket in a lush green park.
Red-haired toddler in plaid shirt sits on blanket at apple orchard picnic, holding a red apple outdoors.
Young girl in a yellow dress with orange floral ruffle sleeves sips from a gray ceramic mug while seated at a wooden table.
Toddler in green overalls playing with a yellow toy truck on a windowsill while looking outside on a rainy day.
Two children running through a sunlit green orchard pathway surrounded by lush apple trees on a bright day.
Mother and toddler walking hand in hand on a brick path, child wearing camo overalls and boots.
Small child's hands holding a blueberry muffin over an open book.
Cute toddler boy standing on grass holding white sunglasses up to his mouth outdoors on a sunny day.
Family of four enjoying a picnic on a blanket in a lush green park, parents sharing a kiss while kids sit nearby.
Smiling mother with glasses sitting on blanket with redhead toddler holding apple in orchard.
A woman holds hands with a barefoot girl carrying a yellow bag as they dance in a warmly lit kitchen with wood floors.
Overhead view of a child reading on a cream sofa while another draws a maze at a wooden coffee table with candles.
Young boy in blue jacket splashing in a blue kiddie pool outdoors with a duck toy.
A child in a pink sweater picking fresh red raspberries from a lush green berry bush in a garden.
A child lies on a made bed with a beige coverlet in a sunlit bedroom, seen through a doorway, with a patterned rug below.
Mother in pink scrubs tenderly holding her newborn baby dressed in pink onesie and striped hat.
Two children running through a lush green apple orchard, girl with long hair and boy carrying a basket.
A young girl in a yellow dress stands barefoot on a wooden staircase landing, holding an adult's hand in a warm, softly lit home.
A smiling young girl rests her head on her arms on a wooden kitchen pass-through ledge beside leafy green houseplants.
Young child in blue jacket eating a snack at a table with newspaper and window in background.
Redhead boy playfully hugging smiling blonde girl on sunny green grass outdoors.
Two children relax in a cozy living room, one reading a book on a gray sofa while the other colors at a wooden coffee table with candles.
A woman and two children sit on a cream carpet in a cozy attic bedroom, gently petting a small orange cat near a bed.
Smiling girl in a yellow floral top climbs a wooden staircase with arms outstretched toward a window with a hanging plant.
Newborn baby girl sleeping peacefully in pink floral onesie and pink turban headband on polka dot bedding.
Child in a rust-red shirt and gray pants opens a red wooden door with yellow triangle trim beside a striped woven rug.
Mother kissing her baby outdoors surrounded by lush green trees and yellow sunflowers on a sunny day.
A mother lovingly holds her smiling baby in a camouflage outfit outdoors among green trees.
Newborn baby wrapped in white and pink blanket with tiny hands visible, held by mother in pink shirt.
Two children kiss and hug a laughing woman with glasses on a sofa near sheer curtains, with lit candles on a wooden table.
Family enjoying a picnic in a lush apple orchard on a sunny day with a wicker basket.
Woman sitting on blanket in apple orchard with basket of red apples and toddler standing nearby on sunny day.
A toddler in camo overalls sits on a wooden bench, holding an adult's tattooed hand in a sunny garden.
Smiling woman in glasses holds a book in a cozy living room with hanging plants, a lit fireplace, candles, and a wooden dining table.
Mother and young daughter in a yellow dress hold hands and dance in a bright attic bedroom with a cozy bed and pennant garland.
Two adults lovingly cradling a newborn baby dressed in pink, capturing a tender family bonding moment.
A mother kneels on green grass in a park, joyfully hugging her three young children on a sunny day.
A smiling redhead woman sits on a blanket at a family picnic with a basket of red apples, children playing in background.
A smiling woman sits on wooden porch steps with two barefoot children, sharing a warm, joyful moment in front of a rustic wooden door.
Seen through a doorway, a bright kitchen with hardwood floors where a child bends toward a cat and a woman stands at the sink.
A woman with glasses and a girl in a yellow dress sit on a sofa with small bowls while an orange cat stands beside them.
Couple kissing on a white blanket during a outdoor picnic on green grass with others nearby.
Toddler in plaid shirt holds parents hands walking through autumn forest with colorful fallen leaves.
A woman relaxes on a cream sofa while a child colors at a wooden table and another reads a colorful book nearby.
Mother and child enjoying a sunny picnic on green grass in a lush park surrounded by tall trees.
A young girl colors a maze activity page at a wooden coffee table while a child reads on the couch near a cozy fireplace.
A mother blows bubbles with her two young children on a grassy riverbank surrounded by lush green trees.
Orange tabby cat sitting on beige carpet, gazing up at a sunlit wall near a houseplant and wall-mounted air conditioner.
A child in a red shirt reaches out to hold a strand of a woman's long hair as she sits on a sofa by sheer curtains.
A mother and child share a tender embrace while sitting on green grass in a sunlit garden.
A woman with glasses relaxes on a cozy cream sofa with two children in a warmly lit living room with a wooden coffee table.
Toddler in beige tie-dye shirt and black pants standing on green grass near a large tree outdoors.
A smiling woman in a white cardigan hugs a young girl in a yellow dress on her lap on a cozy porch daybed.
A smiling woman in blue holds a baby near lush kale plants in an outdoor garden setting.
A child in a red shirt sits barefoot on a carpeted floor, gently petting a sleeping dog in warm, golden sunlight.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in pink floral outfit, tiny hands visible, resting in a white bassinet.
Two people sit close together in a cozy room, reflected in a wood-framed mirror beneath a gold sunburst wall clock and potted plants.
A woman in dark clothes holds a smiling young girl in a cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, pink blanket, and pastel bunting.
A red-haired toddler in a plaid shirt stands in a sunny apple orchard with green grass and apple trees.
Young child in blue jacket feeding white geese near a blue kiddie pool in a lush backyard garden.
Two children laugh and tumble together on a beige sectional sofa in a softly lit living room near sheer curtains.
Two children picking apples into a wicker basket in a sunny orchard with green grass and tree rows.
Two smiling young girls lean on a wooden counter in a warm kitchen, surrounded by green potted plants.
Young girl in pink hoodie sits on a rock in autumn woods, reading an illustrated nature book outdoors.
Young girl in a yellow dress walks across sunlit hardwood floors toward a cat in a cozy dining room with plants and a fireplace.
A woman carries a child piggyback by a dresser while another child lies upside down on a rumpled white bed in an attic bedroom.
A woman stands at a kitchen sink under a pendant light while a barefoot girl in a pink dress twirls on the wood floor.
A woman sits on a cozy sofa smiling as two children snuggle and play beside her, with lit candles glowing on a table in the foreground.
Mother joyfully lifting her baby outdoors, with vibrant yellow canna flowers in the foreground and lush green foliage.
Children and a woman enjoy a sunny outdoor picnic on a blanket with a wicker basket full of snacks.
Two children play with bubbles on grass in a park while a woman sits on a blanket in the background.
A woman hugs a young girl on a cozy sofa while a boy in a red shirt sits nearby, with a wooden coffee table in front.
Woman sitting on blanket in apple orchard smiling with two children playing behind her near a basket of apples.
Close-up of a sleeping newborn baby with tiny fingers near face, soft natural light from window.
A woman and a young girl color together with markers on a wooden coffee table beside lit candles in a cozy living room.
A mother and two young daughters relax together on a cozy cream sofa in a sunlit living room with candles, plants, and boho decor.
A smiling woman with glasses and two children sit on a soft carpet petting an orange cat in a cozy attic-style bedroom.
A girl in a floral top colors with markers at a wooden table while a woman helps with a puzzle book nearby.
Three white ducks stand on grass beside a small blue kiddie pool near a wooden fenced garden.
A joyful young girl in an apple-print sweater plays outdoors, holding hands with an adult in a sunny green garden.
A smiling woman sits on a cushioned outdoor bench between a boy and a girl in a yellow dress, with a red patterned rug below.
A smiling mother with curly hair holds her red-haired toddler in a sunny apple orchard during fall.
Viewed from above, a woman on a sofa smiles as one child reads a book and another colors at a wooden coffee table.
Two laughing children tumble playfully on a beige sofa behind a wooden coffee table with lit candles and coloring supplies.
Young couple smiling and bonding with their newborn baby dressed in pink, sharing a tender family moment.
Family enjoying a sunny outdoor picnic on a blanket in a green park, with two children and parents sharing snacks together.
Family enjoying a picnic on a blanket between rows of apple trees in an orchard.
Tattooed parent holding a child dressed in camouflage overalls outdoors in a green natural setting.
Family enjoying an outdoor picnic on a blanket in the grass, sharing food and snacks together.
A toddler in a blue hoodie watches a white duck in a rustic backyard enclosure surrounded by wire fencing.
A baby reaches for fresh fruit at a family picnic on a white blanket outdoors with bread in a basket nearby.

"If you really want to change the world, go home and love your family."



Mother Teresa

 

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