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One of my favorite not-so-secret session spots: Boulder Lake. Located just north of Duluth, close to home, and reminiscent of the B-dub (for those unfamiliar, that’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness). This little slice of woodsy heaven is rich with mosquitoes in spring, paddlers in summer, and golden birch groves in fall. It’s my fave. […]

Left image: Me (Bailey!), McKenzie, Jamie. Right image: McKenzie & Jamie all set for a new client to arrive in the studio! They’re always warm & welcoming. They break the ice, make my clients belly-laugh, and refill mimosas when required. Above all, they make my clients feel absolutely gorgeous inside + out! McKenzie & Jamie […]

The Couple: Shawna & Steve The Date: September 16, 2017 The Venue: Firefly Event Barn in Nevis, MN My favorite moments: The bride getting ready with their girls in Firefly Barn’s quaint bridal cottage, aptly named “The Wildflower Room.” Shawna’s son walking her down the aisle. Gallivanting through muddy fields with Shawna & Steve (worth it!). […]

There’s a curious myth floating around (perpetuated by wedding magazines everywhere) stating that your photographer needs a shot list. I always wince a little when I read these well-intended articles. Real talk? Nothing shuts our brains down faster than a comprehensive list of every moment you want captured. Remember, a wedding day is a living, […]

It was sophomore year at UMD in a sociology class called “Marriage & Families.” In a crowded lecture hall of 250 students, Sarah noticed Kyle the moment he walked in. On day one, the stars aligned when the professor divided the class into groups of five students each, groups they’d sit and work with all […]

It’s your one-year anniversary. You open Facebook to post a photo from your wedding day, and begin typing, “Holy cow, a year already?! We said our vows, honeymooned in Iceland, and adopted Puff Daddy, the fluffy white rescue pup. Cheers to many adventures ahead!” You think to yourself, “Perfect! I’ll tag my husband, then I’ll post it to Facebook. […]