Six Month

It feels so good to be outside shooting again!  This family’s session last Friday morning was so much fun!  We were able to capture the perfect blend of posed and candid moments at the Washington Riverfront!   Interested in a family session?  Contact us today! Book Now!

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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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Mini Session

Valentine mini sessions were a hit this year! We had so much fun designing the sets and hanging out with some of the cutest kids around!  This is the second year that we were able to go outside for a few pictures!  A 65-degree day in January?!  Only in Missouri :).  XOXO! Be the first […]

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Milestone Session

Baby Hannah was so easy to photograph!  I love the six month stage because babies are so full of personality and it’s pretty adorable to capture their little rolls as they touch their toes and perk up while we do “tummy time!”   Want to book your little one’s milestone session?   Book A Session

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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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Milestone Session

Sweet little Emma came to the studio Saturday and I was so excited to see her!  She brightened up the studio on a gloomy winter day and we were even able to catch some falling snow in a few family shots!  It’s hard to believe a year ago, we were taking her mom’s maternity photos! […]

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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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Behind the Scenes

Going through these photos was a gentle reminder that not all sessions are rainbows and unicorns, but they make for a good laugh :).  Enjoy! The love between siblings… Trying to make your toddler jealous….only worked for .33 seconds. Trying so hard to lift spirits mid-session! I didn’t pinch all of them. Don’t worry – […]

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Family

The stars aligned for this sweet family’s session!  We actually had planned for an indoor shoot a couple weeks ago, and because of a travel delay, we rescheduled for the most perfect, 70-degree day in December!   hese boys did so great – and made their parents proud during this entire session!  We were able […]

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Personal

This was a very impromptu photo shoot for Braxton!  Like, he was coloring with his cousin, and I scooped him up, dressed him, gelled his hair and ran outside!  Crazy mom moment, I know.  On a side note, taking your own child’s photos, is a difficult task.  Your patience isn’t great and trying to get […]

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Family

The Brueggenjohann Family just welcomed their third little boy, Nicholas!  It’s is and has been an honor to photograph this family as they have welcomed each of their sweet boys! Thank you all for the great session.  Three boys, four and under, and we were done in less than an hour.  You deserve an award, […]

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Cake Smash

Charlotte’s smile is contagious, isn’t it?!  It’s no surprise since her parents are the happiest too!  I love that I was able to shoot their wedding and now I get to take pictures of their little girl!  Happy birthday, sweet Charlotte!  Thanks for those kisses :).

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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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