I’m a wife, girl mama x2, and lifestyle photographer based in Northwest Indiana. Most days you’ll find me with a coffee in hand, chasing toddlers, editing in cozy clothes, or dreaming up my next creative shoot.

I specialize in capturing families, motherhood, love stories, and all the beautiful chaos in between. So, the real-life, giggle-filled, messy, magical moments you’ll want to hold onto forever. I’m all about photos that feel like you: honest, warm, and full of connection.

Whether we're laughing through a family session or documenting a milestone, I promise to show up with patience, heart, and a little bit of silliness (especially if it helps your kids smile). I can’t wait to tell your story.

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South Bend Family Photographer | Cozy Studio Session

Families, Newborn

June 13, 2025

candid family photo of everyone looking at new baby boy

As a South Bend family photographer, I recently had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Natasha Ball and her beautiful family into my cozy studio for a newborn session while they were in town visiting. Their sweet baby boy, Nash, was just two months old. This session marked his very first photoshoot!

Right before they arrived, I found myself sitting in the studio and thinking, “I should look up Natasha on social media to get a feel for who she is.” So, naturally, I headed to Instagram… and when I landed on her profile, I swore I had the wrong person. There’s no way this girl, with such a strong following on Instagram and TikTok, was booking me for a family session, right?! But it WAS her. And I was truly so flattered and honored that they chose me to capture these memories while they were in town.

Although they’re currently living in Nashville, Natasha and Ryan were visiting family in the Mishawaka area (Ryan’s hometown). So this gave us the perfect chance to squeeze in this sweet session. I’m so glad we did.

When I photograph families (especially those with a brand-new baby) my goal is always to capture a good variety of combinations. I make sure to get photos of baby with just mama, just dad, and of course, any siblings involved.

Sibling Photos

Siblings are a huge focus for me in newborn sessions. After all, they’ve just become a big brother or sister, and their world has totally shifted. I want them to feel included, special, and seen in every frame.

Couple Photos (a.k.a mom & dad)

And let’s not forget about the parents! I always sneak in a few shots of just mom and dad together, too. Because honestly, how often do parents get photos of just the two of them anymore? Especially with a newborn in their arms and maybe a kiddo tugging at their legs? It’s such a simple moment, but one I know they’ll treasure later.

At the end of the day, though, it’s safe to say Nash was the star of the show. From his tiny toes to the way he curled into his parents’ arms, every detail was worth remembering. These newborn days go by so quickly, and I’m so thankful I got to document this part of their story.