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Let’s face it: In a world flooded by pretty Instagram feeds & chipper Facebook statuses, it’s easy to feel inadequate. Maybe you’ve said to yourself: “Why can’t my life be prettier? Where is my perfect white space & cutely-styled breakfast plate? I don’t have a new puppy or a fancy job or a growing business. What […]

I’m not sure how I get so lucky with my couples. Danielle & Tim are two seriously giant-hearted, generous souls. After our first effortless chat sitting on the lawn of my favorite coffee shop, it was clear we were a happy match. After ten years of togetherness, they chose the North Shore for their wedding backdrop. […]

Boudoir [ ˈbo͞oˌdwär ] NOUN   1. a woman’s bedroom or private room   2. Bailey’s definition: An experience designed to focus on & celebrate you, right now, in all your radiant beauty.     About a year ago, I felt a quiet tug on my heart to capture women & help them celebrate their own […]

Meet my friends Kristen & Eric: Two gorgeous, good-hearted souls who are truly up for any adventure! As with all of my couples, I encouraged them to think of meaningful spots when crafting their engagement session. Here’s what we came up with: Eric got down on one knee at Enger Park here in Duluth, so we met there for […]

Vignette [vin-yet] 1. any small, pleasing picture or view. 2. a small, graceful literary sketch. 1.)    In 2010, I trekked to Everest Base Camp. Almost. During a six month backpacking odyssey, my now-husband & I decided to go trekking in Nepal. Hardly a day goes by that I don’t think about those mountains – my idea of heaven! We made it to nearly 17,000 feet […]

This girl. Oh, this girl.  I am so grateful for the authenticity & laughter she brings to my life. Amanda Cane: Owner of JaneCane Photography, fierce Finnish woman, lover of craft beer & the Duluth hills that shaped her. It’s pretty clear why we’re steadfast pals, right? When she asked me to capture some lifestyle head […]