Family photo sessions are a wonderful way to capture the joy, love, and unique personalities of each family member—and when a furry friend is part of the equation, the experience becomes even more special! I recently had the pleasure of photographing the Smith family during their summer session at Whitetail Woods in Farmington, Minnesota, alongside their adorable Bernedoodle, Sophie. Together, they created beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. Whitetail Woods is one of the most picturesque locations in the area, featuring scenic trails, lush greenery, and tranquil ponds that showcase the beauty of nature in summer.

The weather for the Simmon’s family session at Whitetail Woods could not have been any better. We have been truly blessed with great weather this fall, I don’t think I’ve had to reschedule any sessions yet due to bad weather.

One of my favorite parts of my job, is working with all sorts of different families and members of those families. Including the fur babies. Jane, Ron, and Emily are my across the street neighbors. They are the most wonderful people and neighbors and we won the best neighbor lottery when they moved in across the street.

They are oh so kind and patient with my family, including my boys who love their puppers, and of course them too.

Along with their 3 pups ranging from small to big Kiwi, Duke and, Faleen respectively, we met at Whitetail Woods in Lakeville for their winter mini session. I had a blast hanging out with all of them and trying to get coordinate the puppers as well as the peoples.

When Allie booked a mini session with me at the beginning of November I don’t think either one of us had imagined that we were going to be having their session in the SNOW! I had never done a family session in the snow before and I actually was really excited about it. 

If you know anything about me, I’m not a huge winter person. I don’t like being cold and the early dark nights that come with the winter season. BUT when you live in Minnesota you’ve gotta embrace the snow and cold and muscle through. Plus, it can be pretty. Am I right? 

When this sweet family’s mama reached out to me to hire me to photograph her and her family, she had no idea that I was also a homeschooling mama of three, just like her (except she’s got another one on the way!). I was very much excited to meet another homeschooling mama and her family. […]