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Maternity

Lots of Happy Mommas at our First-Ever Baby Love Event! This year, we decided to throw a mini Baby Shower at our studio for some really special women, and I never thought we would have such an amazing turnout!  Our Baby Love Event will likely become an annual “shower” at the studio because it was […]

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Sitting Up Session

I love the sitter session, which is the middle session for my Baby Plan clients.  This is the fun age where baby is able to sit independently, play and laugh!  Maddy was such a friendly little baby! I loved the clean backgrounds with her dark hair and big smile!  I know mom and dad are […]

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Newborn with Parents

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For Photographers

Not many people know much about my photography studio, so I thought I would share a tour of the space, since we just painted and did some spring cleaning!  

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Personal

My photography studio is located in a small, lower level, of a historic building, along the Missouri River.  If you’re a client of mine, you’ve probably noticed my love-hate-relationship with the unique space, as backdrops fall, I trip over props, etc.!  It’s a narrow area to photograph families or even groups of four, and I really thought it was a problem that didn’t have an easy solution.

This DIY project had been on my mind for a few years, but wasn’t sure how I would produce something so versatile and safe without spending a lot of time on it.  After attending Heidi Hope’s studio workshop last spring, I wanted a wood plank backdrop even more, after shooting many photos in front of hers.  A couple weeks ago, my BFF and photog friend, Janelle, brought her husband’s truck to the studio and said, “let’s do this.”  That’s all it took!  I still question why it took me so long to actually work on this, because it was easy, fun, and I seriously went to bed with a smile on my face that night – only because it’s one more item, crossed off of my lengthy goal list.

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Toddlers

Sam is taking this “Big Bro” thing pretty serious and he’s doing a fantastic job! Such a cute memory from Brayden’s three-month-session!

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Summer Sessions

Miss Eva’s session was full of girly colors, props, and lots of love from her family!  Everyone had to give her plenty of kisses, but she didn’t mind!   Interested in a Sitting Up Session for your baby girl or boy?  Don’t miss this happy, adorable stage of their life! Learn More

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Studio Session

Reese’s session was so girly and colorful for Spring!  I just love seeing this baby every few months for pictures!  She will only smily for mommy, but she’s so darn cute, we always get great pictures! Need only a few milestone pictures?  Contact us about our Milestone Mini Sessions! Book Now!

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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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