It is officially time to start planning your family’s holiday photos. Between the school parties, the cookie decorating, and the never-ending gift list, the last thing you need is one more complicated thing on your plate — which is exactly why Santa mini sessions exist. Ten minutes with Santa, and you’re done, gallery and all. […]

If there’s one question that lands in my inbox more than any other every November, it’s this: “Shelley, what in the world do we wear for our Santa mini session?” I get it. You’ve got a toddler who refuses anything with a tag in it, a partner who owns exactly one collared shirt, and a […]

Table of Contents There’s a version of family photos that requires you to drive somewhere. Find parking. Wrangle everyone into neutral linen. Pretend your toddler is capable of holding still. And then there’s THIS. A backyard. A sprinkler. Two nine-month-old twin baby girls in sun rompers. One little boy with exactly zero chill and a […]

When most people imagine family photos, they picture everyone smiling nicely at the camera, standing perfectly still, and somehow convincing the kids to cooperate for an entire hour. As any parent—or grandparent—knows, that’s rarely how real life works. And honestly? I’m glad. Some of the most meaningful photographs I’ve ever created started with a little […]

Your stress-free guide to looking timeless, connected, and like yourselves (without everyone matching like it’s 1997). Table of Contents What to Wear for Summer Family Photos in Fort Collins If you’ve been searching for what to wear for summer family photos in Fort Collins, first of all: welcome. Second of all: take a deep breath. […]

Summer shows up fast here. One minute you’re hunting for jackets, the next you’re stepping over flip flops and half-empty popsicles. It’s chaotic, golden, and honestly one of the most meaningful seasons to document. If you’ve been searching for summer family photo ideas in Fort Collins, this is your sign to stop overthinking it and […]

Welcoming a newborn into your family is equal parts breathtaking, overwhelming, and full of wonder. In those early days, everything feels new — from the tiniest yawns to the way your baby instinctively curls into your chest. That’s why in my Fort Collins studio, I practice baby-led newborn photography — a gentle, connection-focused approach that […]

There’s a tiny window in your baby’s first year where everything shifts—they’re no longer brand new, but not quite on the move yet. They’re curious, expressive, and just starting to sit up on their own. If you’ve been thinking about milestone photos in Fort Collins, this is your sign. Six-month sessions capture that perfect in-between—when […]

When you imagine a maternity photoshoot, you might picture a glowing mama-to-be in a flowing dress, cradling her belly in a golden field at sunset. Beautiful? Absolutely. But sometimes, we take that golden-hour magic and give it a twist—like ending the evening knee-deep (okay, waist-deep) in a sparkling Colorado lake. This Summer Maternity Session on […]

Motherhood is a relationship that quietly shapes a lifetime. Long before children understand the depth of it, they instinctively reach for their mothers for comfort, safety, and belonging. These early years are filled with fleeting moments—soft cuddles, whispered reassurances, and small hands gripping yours with complete trust. As a Fort Collins portrait photographer, I see […]