Andrea, Stella & Patrick (Grand Rapids Family Photographer)

October 2, 2024

Andrea booked her session with me quite some time ago, with plans for a beautiful fall photoshoot. But as life would have it, we had to reschedule not once, but twice due to weather... once too HOT and once too wet! In the end, it worked out perfectly—because when the day finally arrived, it was nothing short of spectacular! The sun was shining, and the photos we captured tell their story better than words ever could.

I met Andrea, along with her two awesome kids, Stella and Patrick, at Provin Trails in Grand Rapids. The sun was in just the right spot, casting a gorgeous glow through the rows of towering pines. We had a blast running up and down the sandy dune along the trail, even if we did end up with a little sand in our shoes! Stella was an absolutely dream in front of the camera, calm and graceful, while Patrick brought all the energy and kept the session lively!

It was such a joy to finally meet this beautiful family, and I'm so glad everything came together the way that it did!

The Cunliffe Family (Grand Rapids Family Photographer)

September 26, 2024

Nothing brightens my day like a session with this delightful family! This time, we met at Thunder Acres Highlands, a picturesque spot with rolling hills and friendly highland cows, hoping to capture some fun family moments.

Although the boys were a bit nervous around the animals—especially poor Mack, who was more wary of the cat that wouldn’t leave us alone—we made the most of it and still got a ton of cute shots. Mack had lots of smiles despite the persistent kitty, and Walker is such a pro at photos. Look at his great posing skills!

Watching Walker and Mack grow during our sessions is a joy. Thank you for being super cute, as always! And a big thank you to Shane and Katie for returning to create more beautiful memories together.

If you’re looking for a fun family outing or adorable portraits, let’s connect!

Highland Cows at Sunset (West Michigan Portrait Photographer)

September 26, 2024

My sister and brother-in-law aren't big on photos, but when I can convince them to do something, it's usually for something fun and exciting. My sister has always been an animal lover. Growing up, she had her share of unique pets, and even added a few snails to the mix last year! 

Recently however, she and my brother-in-law lost their beloved kitty, Kathy, who had been by my sister's side for over 16 years. Kathy was more than a pet; she helped her through some of the toughest moments in life. Losing her best friend was heartbreaking, but we wanted to bring some joy to my sister's birthday, even though it wasn't an easy one.

So, we headed to Thunder Acres Highlands, where the cutest (and still surprisingly big!) minature highland cows roam. Some are friendly enough for photos, and we made sure to visit the cows—like sweet Talula—and even got a few shots with little baby Maverick.

It was a fun day, and a small step forward in healing after Miss Kath's passing. Love you, my peach!