Prints on wood!- new product now available!

i had a close friend suggest these wonderful products to me, completely out of love, telling me they fit my style and i should offer them. i don't know why i didn't listen for a while. she was right! i ordered my first print on wood and LOVE it! so now, i'm offering this product to you! from 8x10- 30x40. if you have any questions just shoot me an email or comment below! here's a few close ups of the black and white i ordered. 

no you don't have to order black and white, and yes these are gorgeous! i love the wood texture you can see coming through the image. if you have any questions about which of your images might look best, i'd love to help out and suggest a few i've taken for you! 

CJ, Rosella, and baby Astoria at the Como Zoo!

i've been so excited to share this absolutely beautiful family! Cousins of mine, and we planned to meet at the Como Zoo in St. Paul and even though it was a rainy day, the conservatory worked perfectly for their photo session. it was my first time being able to meet their little beauty, Astoria! so here's a few of this sweet family! 

how could i not zoom in on these cute booties! 

Astoria is already just adored by her parents! she's just gorgeous! 

she's such a little sweetie, and already has those kissable cheeks! 

we couldn't have picked a better location and time! Astoria did so good and slept almost the entire time and was such a good girl opening her eyes at the end! congratulations again, and i hope we can get together again soon! 

Psalm 127:3
Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him

Tierney- boudoir

i couldn't ask for a better model for boudoir! i was SO excited when she asked me to photograph her as a wedding gift to her now husband, Travis! we even tried to be sneaky!- i was parked a house down and waited for Travis to leave, and then pulled ahead to start her gorgeous session! their house was the perfect location to add in some personal touches. 

have i mentioned yet how truly awesome travis and tierney are?  we had to do a little rockin' out in the music room. 

Tierney is truly one of those rare women who know how to move, and look amazing in the front of the camera! I am so excited about the photos we got, and even happier when i found out Travis loved them too! :) Congratulations you gorgeous newlyweds! 

Five things.

whew! home from Minnesota, and catching up on all the wonderful photoshoots. i had such a great time! but i haven't shared any 5 favorite things in a while. so here we go! 

i received some lovely images from simply bridal, a great resource for gowns, bridesmaid dresses, veils and jewelry! They're so wonderful, they even offered to share some specials with you all, if you ask for a code from me! so check out their site by clicking on the link above or on the image below! don't forget to read some alternatives to bouquets!- love these ideas! 

If you follow me, you might have seen lots of photos or posts about the Advocare 24 day challenge that i just finished up on June 8th!- Jordan, a good friend of mine, sells the products and knew i wanted to do a cleanse, and be on a better track for eating. Through the process i found lots of yummy food i didn't even know i liked, and a few favorite products! 

Berry meal replacement shake. These have been a life saver when there isn't any healthy food around and i need to eat right then! no cheating on meals, and delicious. 

spark, is the energy and focus powder you mix with water for a delicious drink! you know i'm hooked on XS energy drink, but these are fantastic too! i'll continue to buy these.. yummmm!! If you're interested in a 24 day challenge, cleanse and clean eating, let me know and i'll put you in contact with someone who helps every step of the way! 

this next one has been a great motivating blog! A beautiful young lady started a blog recently!  Hope shows us tools to use to have a healthier lifestyle! she also is available for dietary consultation, meal planning, and supplementation plans. Click on the image below to start following her great blog and read more about her journey too! you even might recognize her people of minnesota, she's from red wing! 

the next favorite is just adorable! i love it! i went to school with the owner of this fabulous business, and you should check it out! it's called Brown Eyed Beauties, where their passion is affordable and adorable fashion! right there alone.. i'm hooked! click on the image below to go right to their facebook page and start buying some pieces! don't forget to like her page to see updates!

whew! packed full of some great stuff! i hope you find a few things from here you like too! happy wednesday!

published! Las Vegas Food and Beverage Professional

I had such a wonderful time photographing the cover and inside story for Las Vegas Food and Beverage Professional for the may issue. Not only do i get to spend time with Juanita the Creative Director and an inspiring woman whom i used to work with, but let's be honest.... i got to take home a 6.6 lb tub of nutella. for those of you who like nutella too.. come over, i'll share! 

I LOVE shooting for Juanita, and i might have loved it even more with Nutella involved ;) so thank you for letting me shoot and be with you all! Meet the winner of the recipe contest "Wake up to Nutella" Chef Jon Stokes. To read more in this issue, click on the images. 

They even share more recipes with Nutella... you know where to find me.