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One of my goals is to capture a big brother’s love at his baby sister’s session when I have a sweet family like this in studio! Most older siblings are very helpful to me as they hug and kiss baby when asked. This little guy nailed it, didn’t he! It makes my job so much […]

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I am just like every other mom-client of mine.  The day of pictures, I get stressed and the thought of it all makes me want to take a day-long-nap!  However, I have to take my own advice here, and remind myself that THIS IS A MEMORY….WHATEVER HE DOES DURING THE SESSION!  These pictures took us five minutes and I love them so much!  How did I get him to laugh?  I talked about “poop.”  Yes, people, this is THREE!  Happy birthday to my little buddy and love of my life!  XOXO

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Baby Grady is six months and we were able to capture lots of expressions and family poses at his session!  I love to include siblings and family shots during the six-month-stage because babies are so happy and reactive at this age!  I’m just glad that Grady’s big sis liked having her picture taken too – […]

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Babies change so fast – and although that’s a cliche phrase, the three-month-old-stage is fun to document because baby’s features are stronger and those fresh, new smiles are way too cute!  Emmitt was such a good baby!  He let us move him all over and was a happy camper!  I love all of his expressions! […]

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I just love the props used in this newborn session!  A lot of people assume that newborn girl sessions have all the fun.  Not really – boy sessions are a reason to get creative, which means lots of unique ideas!  This little guy came in for his session at the very end of 2015!  Book […]

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I love newborn sessions and there is nothing sweeter than the simplicity of a newborn picture that will remain timeless!   There are two types of photos that I believe are truly “investments.”  (I really hate the word “investment” in the photography world because it sounds so expensive and salesperson-like!) Wedding photography and newborn photography […]

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This sweet girl took a little convincing to fall asleep, but thanks to the heater and “Baby Shusher,” she gave in!  Congrats to the Aubuchon family on your sweet baby girl!

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It’s an honor to capture anyone’s newborn, but it’s an extreme honor to document this time with a returning family!  Sweet Brooklyn has a big sister, who is only a year and a half older than her.  It seems like we just took ryli’s newborn photos!  These two are going to be best friends – […]

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What is a “Growing so fast” collection? Well, it’s just the perfect amount of sessions to ensure you don’t get the horrible “mom guilt” about capturing the stages of your baby’s first year!  (You book it ahead of time to eliminate any regret!) Newborn, six months, and one year are the best milestones to capture your […]

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I'm dana

midwest newborn, cake smash + family photographer

I have always had a love for art and storytelling. Photography allows me to combine my journalism background and my artistic point-of-view, which has become my dream career!

I am a wife, mom, and small business owner. On the days when I'm not at the studio, you can find me at home, editing, busy with my boys, or maybe redecorating my house, because the artsy-side of my mind just doesn't stop!

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