I love being outdoors in nature. So Prairie Center calls to me. I knew the first time I ever saw it that it would be an amazing place for photos. I love shooting there. This awesome family came out in the summer evening, when it was still blazing hot, to capture some great images! I…
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Black Hoof Park Extended Family Session | Carey Family
Extended family sessions are so much fun. I love getting to see family dynamics, and finding out what really captures each family unit. This Black Hoof Park session was no different! There’s nothing quite like getting family photos with Grandma and Grandpa. My family does extended family photos every year, and I love having images…
My 10 Favorite Instagram Accounts
Instagram. It kind of calls to me. I’m all about photos, so I enjoy scrolling through them. I wish there was a little more interaction available on the platform, but that’s life. I have a few select accounts that I really enjoy and engage most with, and I’m going to share those accounts with you….
Prime Day 2019 Deals
It’s Prime Day ya’ll! I’m going to share some of my favorite Prime Day deals! 1. Instant Pot DUO Plus 60, 6 Qt 9-in-1 Multi- Use Programmable Pressure Cooker I love my instant pot. I have the 8 Qt so that I can make insane amounts of yogurt and stock at once, but the 6…
Sprinkle and Splash Play Mat | A Reveiw
Hey all! I just wanted to share one of our favorite outside toys for babies, toddlers, and above: a sprinkle and splash play mat! Let me start by saying this family LOVES water. My kids would be in water all day long if they could, I’m sure. They do have moments where they complain about…
Calamity Line Park Family Photos | Holle Extended Family Photos
What a day! This shoot in Calamity Line Park was originally going to be done at Black Hoof Park for an extended family that was all going to be in town for the weekend. They wanted to take advantage of being in the same state together and get family photos. Great idea! Then the weather…
Family Vacation to Colorado Springs
We recently went on our first family vacation as a family of four. We wanted something relatively simple so that we could test out how the kids did with a change in their routine and environment. I worry about losing sleep. It’s a problem. I mean, I know that I am not the best person…
4th of July DIY Decor or Photo Props
When it comes to home decor and photography props, I love getting crafty. I often see things online or out and about and think, “I could do that!” So I do. For photography props that I purchase, I prefer things that are multifunctional and can be used in many ways. So the shoot specific items…
Fiona’s First Birthday Shoot | Lemon Photoshoot
I can’t even you guys. Seriously. This lemon photoshoot has me all giddy like a school girl. It came together so fluidly. A nickname turned into a first birthday photoshoot. Perfect. This precious little girl dove right in to the setup. She wasn’t content to sit in the chair once she realized there was water…
Room-Sharing for Toddlers | A Transition Story
Room-Sharing : A Goal Room-sharing. It’s been on our mind for years. It was a goal we always had. I just always felt that it would be nice for the boys to share a room. It would give them bonding time, help with the dreaded scared of the dark/scared of being alone issue, and it…
Realistic Expectations for My Kids | Surviving Parenthood
As a mom of two toddlers, I sometimes have a difficult time keeping the expectations of my kids within normal range. I don’t have a lot to base my gauge on since I was never really around a lot of small kids while growing up, or ever really. I’ve only recently dove into the world…
How to Make a Family Yearbook
Every year I make a family yearbook. I know, I’m one of THOSE people. Both of my boys have large coffee table baby books. See? I’m one of THOSE people. I like being one of THOSE people! Photography IS my passion. I should probably print all of the images I shoot. It all started with…
