My Littles {White Bear Lake MN Child Photographer}

It's been a while since I took my kiddos out for a "formal" shoot and I didn't want to miss capturing them in the winter this year.  We headed to downtown WBL for more of an urban feel.  It was a tad chilly this morning, but the hot chocolate bribe and some warm ups in the car seemed to do the trick!  I'm loving these images and can't wait to get them on my walls!

My littlest guy, he's turning 5 next week!  WHAT?  How does that happen so fast?  He'll be starting kindergarten in the fall and has already lost his first tooth.  Sigh, time flies!

My oldest little lady!  Annika is 7.5 and as sweet as can be.  She's a smart, loving and compassionate little girl and I'm proud to be called her mama!

And my middle gal, Bianca.  This girl has so much spunk and passion in life.  She's dramatic and animated and I just adore her to bits!

They really do love each other!  At least when they aren't fighting!

Gorgeous Family and the Golden Hour {White Bear Lake MN Family Photographer}

Ahhh, 2 of my favorite things, beautiful families and the golden hour. Last night was no exception! It was a perfect evening for photos and Renee and her beautiful family looked fabulous!

 

Fields of Gold {White Bear Lake Family Photographer}

This morning I met up with friend and fellow photographer Laura for a family photoshoot swap!  It was a chilly morning, but the sun was stunning and created the most delicious light.  Everything seemed golden and it just goes to prove you don't need to shoot at dusk to get amazing colors. 

Meet the L family.  I've been shooting these guys for a long time and I so enjoy their beautifulness! 

Noah, what a handsome fella.  

I thought for sure this image screamed black and white but when I processed it, I was very torn.  Either way, it's a serene and timeless shot.

 

 Yeah, yeah, I went a little sunflare crazy here and while it's a bit overexposed, I just love the silliness of this shot.  It almost seems like nobody else is there to watch sweet Owen and he's just in his own little goofy world.

And sweet Avery.  She was not having it today, she wanted nothing to do with me, but that's ok, I snuck in a few shots of her!

I just love this perfectly imperfect shot.  You see, I get it!  I totally get it.  This is most likely what my family shots looked like.  Laura calls it organized chaos, not so sure about that but it's what a real family of 5 looks like, that's for sure!

Noah in the fields of gold.

Owen's turn!

Ahhh, so sweet!

Daddy and his boys!

Thanks so much for the fun morning Laura!  I definitely enjoyed shooting your family, I was much more comfortable behind the camera, that's for sure!

My own {White Bear Lake MN Child Photographer}

I've been meaning to get out this fall and get some shots of my own kids. I've been out so many times with all the other lovely families I photograph, but haven't made it a point to snap some of my own kiddos in this beautiful fall weather. I've also been meaning to get the girls dresses made and I literally finished them about 1 hour before we went out. It was spur of the moment and I couldn't be happier with the results!

My sweet and goofy 1st grader.

My spunky little 4 1/2 year old.

And the nut of the house, my funny little 3 year old man!

My girls, I love them.

Freckles and missing teeth!

Love it!

My faves of the night!