Wedding Inspiration & Expert Tips for South Bend, Indiana Couples

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I wanted to put together some of my favorite engagement photo locations near South Bend. Choosing an engagement session location can set the tone for your photos, and I want to share some ideas to get you inspired! Consider what vision you have for photos Are you interested in urban settings? Do you prefer a […]

Engagement

April 27, 2023

Engagement Photo Locations near South Bend

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I recently met Dylan for his downtown South Bend senior session. Normally I don’t shoot a lot of senior sessions, but Dylan was wanting to get creative for his session and I was all about it. This session was so much fun and I loved taking what can feel like traditional photos and putting a […]

Senior Photos

August 4, 2022

Dylan: Downtown South Bend Senior Session

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I recently had the incredible honor of being mentored by Kaley from Kansas in her home of Kansas City. During the mentorship, I was able to take maternity photos in Kansas City for the model and Kaley’s client, Thu. It was such a beautiful experience! I loved getting to push my creative bounds and get […]

Maternity

July 16, 2022

Thu: Maternity Photos in Kansas City

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It’s not often that I get to take graduation photos, but I loved getting to spend some time with Mika photographing her Master’s graduation photos at IUPUI. The campus is so gorgeous, and I loved celebrating with her and seeing some fun spots that were special to Mika. We found some fun spots for graduation […]

Family

June 13, 2022

Mika: Graduation Photos at IUPUI 

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This lifestyle newborn session in Greenwood, Indiana was a reminder once again of why I love working with families. I’ve been working with this family for a few years now. It warms my heart so much when I get to work repeatedly with families. Jessie co-owns Revel Design and I’ve also had the honor of […]

Family

March 30, 2022

A Lifestyle Newborn Session in Greenwood, Indiana

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Maternity sessions are so special to me, especially when I get to work with a returning client. Mary reached out about a maternity family session with her husband and toddler, and I loved getting to see them again after shooting Christmas photos for them last year. Mary was glowing during their summer maternity shoot, and […]

Maternity

October 4, 2021

The Butler Family Maternity Session | Indianapolis Maternity Session | South Bend, Indiana Photographer

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I’m so excited to announce Fall Mini Sessions at Cobus Creek Park in Elkhart County Indiana on October 17, 2021. Slots will begin in the morning and end just before sunset, and are 20 minutes for $185 and include 20-30 images delivered via digital gallery. I *love* fall minis because they are a chance to […]

Photography

September 2, 2021

Fall Mini Sessions at Cobus Creek Park | South Bend Family Photographer

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Sloan and Connor met me at the studio for their glam engagement session and I just loved how the photos turned out! From Sloan’s two piece satin outfit which was so stunning, to Connor’s sharp look in his favorite suits, to the popping of champagne, everything about this stunning modern engagement session was beautiful. Do […]

Engagement

July 21, 2021

Sloan & Connor | Indianapolis, Indiana Engagement Session | South Bend Engagement Photographer

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