Chandra and Patrick | Engaged!

Chandra and Patrick chose Minnehaha Falls for the location of their engagement photos. It's only fitting since they live near there and Patrick proposed at Gooseberry Falls. We had a perfect MN spring night. Chandra and Patrick will be tying the knot in just a few short months!

New Websites! | Sneak Peek

I've been busy with lots of new updates and I just wanted to share a sneak peek of what I've been cooking up. There is still some work to be done but the fundamentals are in place! Next up is a new online ordering site and a new wedding site.

New senior site! I have been SO excited to launch this and the timing is perfect because senior season is just starting up. I worked really hard to portray "my style" and I can hardly wait to start shooting some of these sessions!

New family/kids site! I am still working on loading galleries into this site. It is tough narrowing down years worth of images down to just a few dozen!

Cutey Booty! | Product

I picked up these cute britches for Oliver at a boutique in downtown Charleston. This isn't my "official" shoot in them, but I had to take them out for a test drive when we got back! I have something else in mind but I need the weather to cooperate!
These originated in Charleston but you don't have to go there to buy them! Click here. I loved the white boxers, the material is so luxurious, but ultimately I fell in love with the britches.
It has become increasingly difficult to capture these busy Wagner boys!

South Carolina!

We celebrated our 10 year anniversary in South Carolina last week. What an amazing time! I finally took a minute to upload and look through my photos. Charleston is one of the coolest cities, I highly recommend a visit! Myrtle Beach wasn't for us, but it was quiet and relaxing. We had horrible beach weather but it warmed up quite nicely when we got into Charleston. Surprisingly, I didn't take too many photos since I was on vacation but it was hard not to in Charleston! My only regret was not bringing my full-frame camera body because my widest lens just wasn't wide enough for the amazing buildings but narrow streets. It was impossible to get the shots I wanted. We stayed right in the heart of the French Quarter and I only wish I could take all my clients there for their sessions. It was a photographer's HEAVEN!

This sums up Myrtle quite well. Gaudy seafood restaurants and dozens and dozens of beach shops!




This was a very cool bridge in Charleston and it kills me that I didn't nail the shot and have perfect symmetrical lines, but we were in a moving car and I had one shot at it. I still like it!
This is the feel of Charleston. LOOOOOOOVE.
These incredible women can be found weaving intricate sea grass baskets. What an amazing talent!
MY BIKES!
Bike taxis are so awesome! I wish we would have went on one. This was King Street which is blocks and blocks of retail shops and boutiques.





While we were there we had a photography session with Amelia + Dan, local photographers I found on the internet! I can't wait to see them!

I am already daydreaming about my next vacation! I could get used to doing this regularly. :)

Carnival Sessions!

I'm so excited to announce these! I have always wanted to do some fun fair type family sessions and I found a local fair next month! These sessions will be semi-posed with some fun family shots but mainly lifestyle type photos using fair food, games, and rides as "props." If you'd like more information about the fair, check out their website.

As always, contact me with any questions! The fair hours that day are 10 am- 11 pm. In the event of rain, we will attempt to reschedule for Sunday, June 19th. Times may differ as the fair is only open from 10 am- 5 pm that day. Let's hope for awesome weather!

Birthday Surprise

I got a call from a husband wanting to surprise his wife with a family photo session for her birthday. I thought that was the sweetest surprise and was happy to be involved!

You have such a beautiful family, it was so great to work with you!

Finn | Hats

It's waaaay too late and I need to go to bed, but I couldn't help but post a few of these from a recent 4 month old session. This little cutie's eyes were to die for!


More to come!

Oliver | Someone is getting big.

Hayley | Shattuck-St. Mary's Senior Photographer

Hayley is a 2011 senior at Shattuck-St. Mary's. It is late in the year for senior photos but I am so glad that Hayley decided she wanted them! She chose the Walker Art Center for her location and we had a great time. I am SOOOO excited for this senior season.... I am working hard getting my 2012 pricing and website up. It will be very soon! Until then, I wish Hayley a great year and wish her luck at college this fall!

This was my favorite series with this casual outfit on the white. Hayley is such a natural beauty and this just "fit" her.

Spring mini-sessions | Previews

I posted these on my facebook fan page and realized I never posted them here. Just a few favorites from my spring mini-sessions...

If you're not a fan on facebook yet, head on over and "like" my page to stay in the loop on my latest photos and announcements. I recently posted an inquiry wondering what kind of topics to discuss in an upcoming workshop I will be co-hosting. Kayla Paler and I will be teaming up to host a workshop for beginners. We frequently receive emails from other photographers asking for advice. I try to reply as best as I can, but often I don't have the time or there is only so much that can be said over email. If you are interested in this, I would love to hear any feedback you may have on topics you'd like covered. Examples would be (but not limited to) posing, pricing, business, composition, lighting, etc. We want to maximize the learning and keep the workshops geared at the correct skill level. I look forward to hearing from you!