Photos by Bailey

15/09/2025

Family photos don’t always have to be standing in a field, they can happen anywhere you want, like, an ice cream shop 👀 you don’t have to stand and say “cheeeeeeese” for 20 min straight, you can play checkers and eat ice cream. Which one sounds more fun?

I’ll definitely be sharing more from this session soon! Got a few other cutie families in the queue 😍

13/09/2025

Instead of looking into the camera for every photo, why don’t you interact and actually *see* each other.

Instead of chasing your toddler for “one good picture perfect photo”, you chase them, pick them up and spin them around for the perfect photo of their crooked smile.

Instead of fighting with your spouse on the way to family photos like one does annually (guilty) take the pressure off by letting go of control. Let them pick their shirt then guide them to make the *right decision* if needed.

Instead of dropping $300+ on new outfits for the whole family, shop your closet first then buy clothes to compliment. (And spend that additional $300 on a longer session with your photographer, these photos will outlast the clothes).

Instead of saying “no, don’t climb that”, “no don’t run in those”, or “please just get over here or no ipad” we say “great idea, let’s go that way!”, “where should we take the next set of photos, here or over there?” Or “are you ready to play in the water with mommy??”

Instead of choosing the 10 min session because you don’t think your kids can handle a longer session, give them the benefit of the doubt and have a date day with them (and invite me to capture it of course).

Most importantly: be present.

Don’t worry about how your photos will look. Don’t worry about how YOU will look. Don’t worry about your spouse, the clothes, the location, the props, the weather…just worry that these moments are fleeting and you’ll NEVER get them back. The kids will be a year older next time we take these, they’ll have more adult teeth and their chubby cheeks will start to go away. They’ll start to say words properly and no longer reach for your hand to help them walk on the logs.

This is why I do what I do 🫶🏼

13/09/2025

Does it get much better than a baby in overalls? I mean, for real?

12/09/2025

I swear Gen Z is one of the most photographic generations of all time and I can’t believe they let my old ass take their pictures ☠️ like it just struck me right now how long ago graduation was for me and I don’t think I’m ok.

Anywhooooo they’re just so dang fun to photograph, I love them! I think because they like the fun poses (they feel a little weird), will still sort of laugh at my jokes, and they end up loving the photos and that’s all that matters!

This is the third Wilton sibling I’ve had the honor of capturing senior photos for and I look forward to the next wave of kids in a few years haha! How special to get to capture these milestones year after year for families!

Best of luck senior year 🤍

01/09/2025

⚡️Mini Session vs Full Session⚡️and what session is right for you?

I have a lot of love for both session types. I’m happy to connect directly to help you figure out which session type is best for your photoshoot, but in the meantime here is a quick breakdown!

Minis: I love a short, quick, chaotic session. We get a ton of great photo options and you’re in and out as fast as possible. You’re left wondering “did we even get any good photos” only to get your final gallery back wondering what kind of drugs I’m on to get all the variety I could in 15 min. Not only did you get great photos, but your kid who seemed to be melting down actually smiled a couple of times. They’re more affordable, perfect for when you only need “a couple great photos” and being on time doesn’t stress you out. Theyre a little overstimulating but they’re budget friendly, great for annual photoshoots and for people who hate having their photo taken. You don’t have much say on location, dates, time, or variety, but that’s ok because it may not matter to you!

Fulls: these are for the people who want an experience. They want family photos to be enjoyable, to have both posed photos and fun candid moments, and to get a gallery full of variety. They have a special location or session idea in mind that feels authentic to them. They enjoy a slower more intentional pace and don’t mind a longer session with more activity in mind. Once you experience a session like this, you may never want to do photos any other way.

Tip: don’t assume your young kids can’t handle a longer photoshoot. Sometimes kids take longer to warmup, thrive in a calm and intentional session setting, and enjoy the playfulness that a full session provides. Shorter session can feel stressful for parents of young kids and they feed off your energy. If you’re calm and relaxed, they will be too! If mini sessions aren’t your jam, I offer budget friendly full session options as well as payment plans! Photos are a luxury but I also believe everyone deserves photos.

If I am not the photographer for you, I have a community of photographer friends I HIGHLY recommend that I can put you in touch with 🫶🏼

30/08/2025

I’ve taken photos for the Malko Fam for a few years now and when we were deciding on locations for their third baby’s newborn shoot, we knew we wanted something easy, with AC, where the two year old could run around and not get too far, but also have access to some pretty outdoor space.

Ashley and I were going back and forth figuring out dates and locations and finally had a moment clear heads (moms of multiple kids get it) and the choice became obvious, we needed to use the new space, because it checked all of our boxes!

I actually didn’t know if we would make it to this portion of the session because it was at the very end of a 1 hour shoot but I am SO FREAKIN GLAD WE DID. These are some of my favorite photos we have done over the years and I LOVE our other sessions so much.

I don’t know why but I love the look of the hanging sheets with the white fence and greens. Even though I had a different vision, it turned out simple and beautiful anyway!

Thank you Ashley and Matt for just going with my vision and Emily and Derek for letting me hang sheets from twigs and wondering wtf I’m up to 😆

27/08/2025

Your family session can be simple. Filled with the things you and your family love. This is the only photo I’ve edited from this session so far but this night was full of candid moments between family. Some of their cousins were visiting and we captured the fun that they have in their backyard. I was there for 3 hours but didn’t feel long enough (although I have 87 mosquito bites that say otherwise hahahh). I chased them throughout the yard and garden, watched them track down chickens to cuddle, risked my camera near the sprinkler and kiddie pool, and enjoyed a delicious dinner followed by a s’more (made just for me by the oldest daughter 🥹)

Expectations were low but mom had all the activities ready. All their favorite things. Popsicles, s’mores, trampoline sprinkler, picking apples, digging for potatoes, etc. You could tell they had the best day. Hair was wet, clothes were dirty, hearts were full.

To get a photo like this, I had them stand where I loved the last bit of light we had left, and placed the older girls first, then auntie placed the baby next to them and I let them interact for a while. We had to be fast and couldn’t really get the baby to face us for very long, but this was even better. The way the middle sister is engaging with the littlest, or the way in most of the photos from this spot you can see the oldest playing with her sisters dress or hair. The way the light peeks into the frame just right. The flowers that their Meagan Walker hard to grow for her farm stand that is raising money for the kids savings funds.

These are the moments that are meaningful. I love family photos in a field, they are beautiful, but photos with purpose are my calling, it’s what I was put on this earth to do. Observe and preserve. That’s what the storytelling sessions are for. They’re to capture your family, as they are. In this moment in time.

I can’t wait to share more from this stunning session 🤍

19/08/2025

You guys, it’s World Photography Day and I had to share a little story.

I’ve been a photographer for almost 15 years. My dad let me borrow his “fancy camera” for a little bit and after I kept it for a year he got me one for Christmas. People kept asking me to take their photos so in Feb of 2012 I got my business license, and I’ve been learning as much as I can ever since!

In Jan 2020 when my twins were 4 months old, I went full time and have been building my business year after year. We all know how 2020 went, and I wish I had gone full time BEFORE having kids.

I have dubbed myself a Lifestyle photographer who prefers to capture photos in a more candid fashion. I just like to see a moment and freeze it (I have 100,000 phones on my 1TB iPhone and 6TB iCloud ☠️☠️☠️, lots of YOU are in those photos lol). I’ll never forget when I was able to replace my previous “real jobs” income and I continue to grow. I’m not where I want to be yet but I’m excited for the journey.

These last 5 years of building a business while being a stay at home mom with limited childcare has been grueling. It’s broken me, rebuilt me, motivated me, and molded me. The girls start kindergarten next month and Buddy starts kindergarten next year and it’ll be a new season for sure.

The flexibility of being my own boss can be hard. I feel like I half ass a lot of things that should be full assed (like parenting, where are my kids right now? Being too damn quiet somewhere that’s for sure).

All that to say, I’m thankful for this job. I’m thankful to provide for my family with this creative outlet. It’s so much harder than any one even knows but so much more rewarding as well. I look forward to the next 15 years behind the lens and grateful for how many of you find yourselves in front of it year after year and have stuck by me since my early days editing in PicMonkey and burning the images onto CDs ☠️

28/07/2025

When you invite me in to capture your life as it is, I am going to find the magic in the *seemingly* mundane. There is a power in these stills that will forever be frozen in time. You won’t get these moments back.

These storytelling sessions are more meaningful than the annual family photo session. They’re taken with intention. They’re YOUR vision. How YOU see your life and the everyday beauty. They’re the little things you want to hold onto and the season of life you’re in right now.

You’re investing in your most precious memories and you should invest in someone who pays attention to the little things and anticipates the next move before it even happens. I feel like this is my gift that I get to share with the world.

This was a branding session for a new friend who wanted to capture the mix of feminine farmer life and everyday happiness with her most favorite little person 🤍 these sessions, whether it’s family or branding, are perfectly imperfect, authentic, genuine, and life giving.

Give yourself this gift. You won’t regret it.

23/07/2025

17/07/2025

Completely obsessed with this session. Family sessions should feel easy. Fun. Uncomplicated. Authentic. Real. Obviously you want them to be beautiful. You are investing in your precious memories. But don’t let it be at the expense of your sanity.

Sessions with me are intentional. I am crazy good with little kids. There I said it 😆 kids just want to feel in control, like whatever we do, it’s their idea. They just want to play. They want connection with their parents. They also laugh at words like “poop” and “boogers” and “booty” so that helps too. Sorry in advance.

I love a good golden hour but I also have been embracing the harsh light, finding solace in the shade as needed and playfulness in the sunlight when we can. Can’t do an 8pm summer session with your kids? Totally fine let’s do 11am (or what works for YOU).

I am excited to keep pushing myself creatively and document your lives. These are MORE than just family photos: it’s your life as art.

Thanks to the beautiful McRory Fam for booking me and playing around one summer morning in Seattle 🫶🏼 and these outfits are perfectioooooonnnnnnn. From one twin mom (and mom of 3) to another, sending all the love!

16/07/2025

You can’t convince me women aren’t miraculous. We grow entire human beings with our bodies then we make exactly what we need for them survive with our bodies for weeks and months and years on end?!? That’s WILD.

This special in-home session was so amazing. Trina and Connor welcomed me into their beautiful new (well, 100+ year old) home and I was blown away by its moody and unique features. It was perfect for this cozy and relaxed newborn session. I had to use the nostalgic film edit on a few and I’m so glad I did. These photos give me all the feels. I don’t need any more kids but this makes me miss those slow and sleepy newborn days. I’m so glad I get to capture these for people. I said this in my stories when I shared their sneak peeks but I would give anything to have these lifestyle newborn photos of the early days with my babies.

You never regret the photos you’ve taken but you’ll always regret the photos you didn’t.

Welcome to the world, Storm (is that not the coolest name??? ⛈️ and thank you C & T for hiring me to capture this special stage in life. They booked a grow with me package (maternity, newborn, and one year) which is one of my favorite packages for families. They change so much that first year of life. 🫶🏼😭🤍