Milestone Session

Life really flies by – it is so hard to believe Sullivan is already a year old!  We did this family/12-month session at their home, which is the perfect spot for a rustic look (and Sully’s kitten to tag along and help make him smile)!!!  I have really enjoyed taking this family’s photos over the […]

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Family

Laura and Justin brought these two in last week for a double session….the twins’ two-year photos along with a few updated family shots.  We were able to capture some great memories in only 40 minutes (unheard of with most children’s’ sessions, not to mention there were two of them!  Will and Alli did great and […]

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Family

It’s crazy to think just a few summers ago, I headed to Lindsay and Denver’s home to photography newborn pictures of Eleanor!  People always says how fast time flies when you have a child, but in this job, it seems unreal quite often!  Eleanor turned three in July and was an absolute delight to photograph! […]

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Milestone Session

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Milestone Session

I try not to take a session on the morning of a wedding day, but for this little sweetie, I was glad I did!  Michael was so smiley at his session and was a great listener!  Happy birthday, buddy!  You were a pleasure to work with :).

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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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Maternity

This family is adding a baby girl in September!  Although it was a hot, humid evening when we took these, we were able to document some adorable memories!  (Thanks for your patience!)  Congrats to the Kliethermes family on your soon-to-be little girl!

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Family

I am so excited to share this session!  Gina, Ryan, Collin, and Olivia were great to work with, even in 95-degree weather!  In just an hour session, we were able to capture some sweet memories and smiles!

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Maternity

This adorable little family is evening out the genders soon!  Lacey, you look amazing and I had so much fun with you all!  Good luck on an easy delivery!  Can’t wait to meet Hadley!

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Personal

Braxton turned one on April 3rd and of course, we had to throw a “Mickey” party!  He was about to take a nap in his cake, so we had to give him some sugar!  Thanks to everyone who came and wished him a happy birthday!  Our house is now overflowing with toys….even more!  And, he […]

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Maternity

Henry’s 1 year session was a total [cake] smash! His lovely parents brought him in to capture this time in his life, and to have some fun while doing it.  And, last but not least, Henry announced he will be a big brother in May!!!! Want to schedule a 1-year-old session for your kiddo? Book […]

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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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