Welcome. Please take a look around. I am a photographer based in the Grand Rapids area who loves to travel. Check out some of my most recent work below and on my facebook page.
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12.28.2011

Kae: Senior

Kae is a senior exchange student from the Philippians who was recently featured in the Wisconsin State Journal!  She started the shoot unsure of having so many pictures taken by herself, but by the end was changing positions with the ease of a model.  Kae has a sweet personality and warm heart.  I had a wonderful time with her!


























12.20.2011

Tamminga Family

BRUTALLY COLD best describes my shoot with this great family. The temperature wasn't too low, but the wind was nearly unbearable. There were chattering teeth, blue lips, and frozen fingers.   However, this family was amazing through it!  You may remember a few of them from a shoot a couple of weeks ago.  This shoot was for pictures of the other side of the family.  It's been a blast getting to know all of them!  In total, 4 generations are represented.  
























12.11.2011

Karen, Duane, Jessica, Kassi, Chandler, & Madelyn

Have you ever heard of a waterproof blanket??!?  This was new to me, but perfect for our shoot this past weekend.  After rain all day, we lucked out to have a few dry moments right when our shoot was scheduled to begin.  This family was so fun!  They're were up for anything, made each other laugh often, and smiled through the cold.





















12.09.2011

Alexis: Christmas Dresses

My niece, Alexis, has a couple of adorable dress options for Christmas and I couldn't resist dressing her up and playing with pictures this past week.  Let me know if you want to do a 'mini session' to get a few pics of your kiddo.











Prints on Sale

Did you know that I also sell prints?
Next to photographing people, my next biggest passion is flowers.   I am continually amazed by the intricate detail and variety found in each blossom.  Over and over I am awestruck by the amazing beauty.  

I've been thrilled with how these prints brighten my day.  I love how a bright pop of color can brighten a room and warm your heart as well.  I know that of course I'm bias, but I think these make great gifts.

Click here to check out my gallery.
Buy $25, get 10% off
Buy $50, get 15% off
Buy $75, get 20% off 
Orders are placed on-line and shipped directly to you.
Prints purchased before December 15th should arrive before Christmas.  

Here are a couple of sample of some of my prints, 
but be sure to check out the gallery where there are a bunch more options.  

Feel free to share this link with your friends and family.










The pictures in these photos are 16x20.
The frames, mats included, were purchased at Kohls.
(I recommend watching for sales and using a coupon. )

12.05.2011

Gift Certificates Available!

Looking for a great gift idea for family and friends?  Give a gift that will be remembered for years to come... a gift certificate for a photo shoot with me.  Gift certificates are available for any amount and customised to fit your budget.  It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!

1) Personalize your certificate.  Pick from the following sessions:
          Family
          Children
          Maternity
          Pet
          Wedding
          Engagement
          Other- Just let me know what you're thinking

2) Choose the amount of money you would like to apply towards that session.

3)  Let me know if you would like me to mail the certificate directly to them or send it to you and I'll make it into a beautiful gift that you're proud to give.


Pictures last a lifetime.  Give a priceless gift to those you love.


St. Mary's Care Center: Therapy Department

I got to spend part of a morning with the wonderful Physical and Occupational Therapy Staff at St. Mary's Care Center. I was impressed with their care, creativity, and compassion.      


















Christmas Tree Farm

One of my favorite jobs in high school was working at a Christmas Tree Farm in Poynette. I loved this job! It was so fun to see all the excitement everyone had when they came to pick out their tree. Capture that joy by hiring me to come with you when you get your tree this year. 

Check out the beautiful Myka. 





12.04.2011

Britt, Brett, Cassie, Riana, & Saphira

I love getting to do multiple shoots with the same family. Earlier this fall I got to know Cassie during her senior picture shoot and recently I spent time with the rest of her family. They live in a wonderful old farmhouse and have a yard filled with wonderful backdrop options. 




















11.17.2011

Zach: Senior

Zach is a senior at a local high school. We survived a chilly afternoon together for his senior pictures.   Thankfully I had on a winter coat..... Zach was not so lucky, but he did great!















11.09.2011

Kim: Masseuse

Do you remember Kim from a couple of posts ago?  


She has a new location for her business and hired me to take some pictures for her websiteI had a wonderful massage massage from her a couple of weeks ago.  It was WONDERFUL!   She has lots of fun options like essential oils, warm bamboo sticks, aroma therapy, stones, and more.  In addition to some of the more traditional types of massage, she also does fertility massage, reflexology, and acupressure.  If you're looking for a great massage.... and really who isn't?!?!, contact her at ReflexionsMT@gmail.com or follow her on facebook.
   

11.08.2011

Megan, Matt, Lauren & Sam

Megan and I worked in the same district and I was excited to meet her kids and husband at their family photo shoot.   I had a wonderful time wandering around on a beautiful fall day in downtown Madison.  Her daughter Lauren drew me pictures and brought them to the shoot.  Too cute!