I’ve been in my happy place these past few weeks, soaking in all the beautiful autumn colors. Even right in my own neighborhood! I took these photos just down the street by our local park. You don’t need a picture-perfect location or a long, stressful session to get great photos. I try to keep the process easy, relaxed, and quick—while still capturing beautiful results!
Tag: fall
Family Portraits | Siblings at Black Hoof Park
If you’re from the Kansas City area, you may recall that last weekend it rained Literally. All. Weekend. Long. Despite the cool, dreary weather, I was able to squeeze in a couple of family portrait sessions at Black Hoof Park. You can’t even tell how yucky it was outside! I’m posting these together, because like last weekend, we did two related families back-to-back. It was fun seeing the cousins get excited to see each other.
Family Portraits | Hobby Hill Park
Sometimes referrals lead to two family sessions back-to-back. What’s great is squeezing in a larger family picture between both sessions! I’m so happy the Robinson’s introduced me to Hobby Hill Park in the Northland – it’s gorgeous! I definitely see more portrait sessions there in my future. These kiddos are so much fun to take photos of, always being silly for the camera and finding fun spots to pose. Oh, and I can’t go without mentioning Hugo the pup … is he not the cutest with that tongue and those big smiles?
Ernie Miller Minis | Family of Five
I’ve had the joy of photographing this sweet family for several years now, and every session feels like a little reunion. The girls always bring such fun energy—coming up with their own poses and choosing their favorite spots. It’s moments like these that make my job so much fun!
Family Mini #3 | Ernie Miller Park
“Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life.” – Albert Einstein
Family Mini #2 | Ernie Miller Park
A few days before my mini sessions, most all of the leaves blew off the trees. That’s ok though – there’s always plenty of beautiful settings to work with after the leaves drop. Grasses, golden sunlight, leaves on the ground, pond reflections…see for yourself!
Family Mini #1 | Ernie Miller Park
Leaf-throwing never gets old. Check out my first mini session from last weekend. I’m obsessed!
Family Portraits | Beautiful Backyard
Halloween is behind us, but don’t cut to Christmas yet … we’ve still got lots of fall left! I’ve got so many fall portraits coming at you these next few weeks. Check out my latest session, right in this family’s own backyard! Their uncle and cousin even got to join in a few photos. Aren’t they adorable?
Senior Portraits | Meet Erica
It’s always a treat to take senior photos, and this session was definitely no exception! Check out a few of my favorites from Erica’s session at Black Hoof Park. Isn’t she gorgeous?


























































