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Photographing Families and Motherhood near Traverse City
Family, newborn, maternity, and equine photography in Northern Michigan, capturing connection, presence, and the landscapes that amplify it.
I photograph families, expectant parents, newborns, and horses near Traverse City, Michigan, with a focus on connection first and the stunning scenery second. The open beaches, towering dunes, quiet forests, and shifting light of Northern Michigan create a backdrop that naturally enhances what’s already beautiful — your relationships, your rhythms, your story.
Whether you’re traveling intentionally for photos or spending a season in Northern Michigan, these sessions are designed to feel relaxed and intentional, giving space for real moments to unfold naturally.
Based in Michigan, I photograph clients throughout Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, Empire, and surrounding Northern Michigan locations.
A Traverse City Experience that Feels Like You
Family Sessions around Traverse City & Sleeping Bear Dunes
Family sessions near Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are about movement, play, and authentic togetherness. Kids run along the shoreline, parents slow their pace, and genuine connection takes center stage amid the expansive dunes and sweeping skies.
The Northern Michigan landscape is never just scenery — it’s a supporting character that enhances, not overshadows, your family’s story. These images are designed to feel alive, grounded, and timeless, capturing memories that will resonate for years to come.
I guide families to connected photographs near Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Empire, and the surrounding Sleeping Bear Dunes region, for those seeking a Northern Michigan experience that balances beauty and connection.
Together, connected
& beautiful.
Maternity Photography Inspired by Northern Michigan
Maternity sessions in Traverse City, Michigan celebrate this profound moment of transition. The calm, open landscapes — wind off the lake, tall grasses, quiet forests — mirror the introspective, tender energy of pregnancy.
We move slowly, follow the light, and create images that feel natural, expansive, and deeply reflective of this season in your life. The result is imagery that honors both you and the landscape, giving your maternity session a sense of place and meaning.
Traverse City maternity photography sessions are offered in Sleeping Bear Dunes, along Northern Michigan beaches.
Newborn Sessions for Families in Northern Michigan
For families spending their early weeks or longer visits up north, I offer lifestyle newborn sessions near Traverse City that prioritize calm and connection. Whether in a family cottage, a rental home, or another quiet retreat, the sessions are slow, flexible, and designed to make everyone comfortable.
Time is given for feeding, soothing, and simply being together, while Northern Michigan’s soft, natural light enhances the warmth and intimacy of the images.
Equine Photography in Northern Michigan
Equine sessions near Traverse City celebrate the quiet partnership between horse and human. These sessions are approached with patience, respect, and intention, capturing stillness, movement, and the subtle communication that exists beyond words.
Surrounded by Northern Michigan’s open land and natural light, the resulting images highlight both strength and tenderness, documenting relationships that are deeply felt.
Scenery as a Supporting Character
These photographs are created with longevity in mind. They are the kind of images that continue to grow more meaningful with each passing day. These are the ones your children will return to, the ones that document how your family loved in this season.
If you're looking for intentional family photography in Ann Arbor or across Michigan, and you value artistry and connection, I'd love to work with you. Let's begin a conversation about creating something meaningful together.
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