My kiddos – Lifestyle 2018
Posted on August 13, 2018
I recently had a conversation with a friend regarding what things in life fuel our creativity and/or help that inevitable creative drive find a way out of us. I confessed I haven’t been taking as many pictures of my own kids lately, and that it inspires me less than it used to when I first began photography. But after the conversation, I was motivated to pick up my camera again for my own family, for my own enjoyment, at my own pace. And it was really good for me.
I love their silly faces. I love how their ridiculous, rambunctious crazy that makes them so happy. I love when a picture helps me really LOOK at them and realize how grown up they already are.
Daddy was practicing disc golf in the yard, the boys were being wild and crazy on the riding toys, and little sister was along for the ride. And one pair of orange sunglasses made the rounds.
























Tesch Family – Families 2018
Posted on August 1, 2018
One of my favorite things in photography is getting to see people more than once! I had the pleasure of meeting the Tesch family over Christmas, and then again this summer. They are a fantastic family, hospitable and welcoming, and oh-so-relaxed. I was welcomed into their family reunion/barbecue/birthday gathering as they continued to prep food and greet the relatives with hugs and catching up. Being a fly on the wall and capturing those beautiful, simple, everyday moments that make up each family is such a privilege.
The relaxed time frame of a lifestyle session lets everyone loosen up, as well as being able to snag all the family pairings: aunt and niece and nephew? Sure! Grandparents and grand kids? Yes! Girl cousins? Definitely! Individuals of the kids? Perfect! You never know when you’re all going to be together next, and those pictures are treasures.
A friendly game of cards was in process the entire time I was there, the tent was pitched, puppies and dog pals were all over the place, and hugs were given to each and every person. Scroll on for summer family goodness.




























Johanna Franey















































































