connection through play
Real family photos for real families who don't love fake smiling.
Your family is full of movement, laughter, inside jokes, and little hands that don’t stop moving. That’s the kind of beauty I’m after. I specialize in capturing connection — the way your daughter looks up at you, the way your son’s hand disappears into yours, and the in-between moments you never notice until they’re gone.
Nearly a decade ago I studied play in college. Throughout my career I've continued to learn how laughter, movement, and imagination through play shape connection. That philosophy flows into every session. We’ll play, run, dance, spin, and tell jokes until the laughter is real and the smiles are effortless. When you’re having fun, you forget the camera. You’ll leave your session smiling, maybe a little out of breath, and surprised by how good it felt to simply enjoy being together. That joy is what makes the photos come alive!
a word from the moms
I 100% felt your passion for what you do while you took our family photos. People - this woman was running in the middle of the street to catch photos of my kids zooming! I’m pretty sure she’d hang upside down from a tree branch to catch your best angles!
melissa
a word from the moms
Kaylin was an absolute joy to work with! She made our pictures such a fun experience, where it felt more like a family outing than a stressful photo session! She was patient with my toddler, enthusiastic, & so much fun! On top of that, the pictures were beyond stunning.
rachael
a word from the moms
KJ worked quickly knowing my kids only had so much patience and yet she never compromised on the quality of shots. My kids enjoyed her so much! We had a great mix of posed and candid shots that allowed our personalities to come through. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Sami
a word from the moms
They are so beautiful. This is so special to us. You are fantastic at what you do! We will cherish these photos forever.
dejah
a word from the moms
These are amazing!!! You are so talented! I’ll gladly shout from the rooftops about our experience with you!
katy
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Behind the Session
The family that almost canceled. The kid who couldn't stop laughing. The parents shooting family photos in the park with an iPhone and tripod. These are a few of my favorite shoots, and the real people who made them unforgettable.
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They're only this
age once.
Between the laughter, the noise, and the way your kids fit in your arms right now, every season of family life deserves to be remembered. Let’s tell your story while it still feels like this. Fill out the contact form and tell me how awesome your family is. We'll find a date, pick a spot, and book a session. All you'll have to worry about is showing up ready to have a really good time together (not much of a worry 😉).