Working with other local artists is so rewarding! Angie, the artist and owner behind Hold this Heart is one of the truest embodiments of light and creativity. Whenever I run into her around town, my day is brighter. So, I was beyond honored and excited when she reached out about some photos for her website, and to help promote some art classes she would start teaching here in Northfield.
Read MoreHeadshots with James
I don’t usually laugh so much at headshot sessions, but James kept this shoot light and easy. As a bonus, it turned out to be a good way to get reacquainted with a neighbor I haven’t had a chance to talk with since the weekend we moved into our house four years ago. Not pictured: The outtakes where James is literally crouching in the prairie grasses, ready to attack!
Read MoreConner's Senior Photos
We took Conner’s senior photos on one of 2023’s spring December days. It was foggy — “Folklore vibes,” to quote one of his younger sisters — and the striking, quieting weather was kind of perfect for Conner. His eyes are so gentle, direct, and kind. Even though we kept this mini-session quick, I’m still glad we squeezed in a few shots with mom. Conner, wishing you the best on the next chapter!
Read MoreSenior photos with Gabriel on the river
It was one of those perfect fall evenings in Minnesota for Gabriel’s senior photos, and he and his father were the perfect folks to spend it with. Gabriel brought his fly fishing rod and I was able to get a glimpse of how close an observer he is of the natural world. He pointed out five fish species that to me all looked like brown minnows. It was clear he was most at ease looking, walking, observing all that the arb holds as we strolled along.
Read MoreCarleton graduation photos with Rylyn
Rylyn and her boyfriend Chris showed up at 7 am the morning after their Carleton College senior prom looking so fresh and put-together I was worried they hadn’t properly been celebrating senior week. But then Rylyn tried to say hello and her voice was gone from a week of yelling with friends at loud activities, and I was frankly relieved. In the rush of the last week on campus before heading onto the next chapter, it was nice to have a quiet morning on campus, just to ourselves.
Read MoreHongshen's graduation photos
Hongshen is off to the next chapter in Boston, but I’m glad we got this graduation session in before she flew off to Hong Kong for the summer. We strolled campus on the quiet Sunday morning following commencement, in the wonderful company of her parents. It was really sweet seeing their immense pride in their daughter.
Read MoreHelen + Silas Senior Photos
I first met Helen and Silas while interrupting their Blue Monday coffee date. I was on a photoshoot for Carleton, and I needed some student models. They were a picture-perfect pair, and we definitely ended up using their photo of two students enjoying a beautiful afternoon in downtown Northfield in one of our admissions pieces.
Read MoreNew Year Headshots with Kelly
Kelly is one of my favorite people. It was her own journey back to grad school to become a therapist that gave me the bravery to finally start down my own grad school path. She’s now actively working with clients and guiding them to embrace both the light and dark parts of themselves and of life. As she launches her new therapy practice, she wanted some fresh headshots. We had a lot of fun chasing the winter light around my home studio. If you need a therapist, I’d recommend reaching out to Kelly; she’s local in Northfield, but also does telehealth.
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