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It’s About More Than Just Your Teen  Senior photos often get framed as something just for the Senior. (Don’t get me wrong! I’m aalll about spoiling them through the whole process!) But in reality, these sessions capture an entire family’s journey, too. Parents, siblings, and even grandparents share in the pride, excitement, and bittersweet emotions […]

There’s something about the start of a new year that feels like a deep breath. New calendars. Fresh routines. Or old routines with fresh potential. And for parents of high school seniors… a quiet realization that this season is moving fast. If you have a soon-to-be-Senior at home, this year holds a lot—milestones, decisions, celebrations, […]

December in Kansas City is one of my favorite things — the lights, the coziness, the bustling energy, the way the city starts to feel smaller and sweeter. But if you’re anything like me, you also know how easy it is to overload this season. So here’s your gentle reminder: this is a MENU, not […]

There’s something special about stepping away from your routine and surrounding yourself with people who genuinely help you grow. That was exactly what my recent trip to South Carolina was about — a business retreat that reminded me how important it is to choose your team with intention. Between strategy sessions and quiet moments (which […]

Christmas is coming — and if you’re anything like most Kansas City moms, you can already feel that mix of excitement and overwhelm creeping in. There’s the shopping lists, the decorating, the class parties, the travel plans — and somewhere in all of it, that quiet hope to slow down and actually enjoy the season. […]

Let’s be honest — choosing outfits for family photos can feel like a whole thing. You want everyone to look pulled together, but not too “matchy.” You want colors that work with your home, the season, and each other — all without adding stress to your already full plate. The good news? It doesn’t have […]

You know me — I will photograph in all types of light. There’s no ONE perfect time to have a session, because we can make photo magic in multiple conditions. However, there ARE better times based on your family needs. When we work together, this is something I chat through with each family. Here are […]

If you’ve ever booked a family photo session and thought, “Now what?” afterward, you’re not alone. There’s a quiet sense of accomplishment AFTER the session unfolds, and they you realize — you still have to sort through dozens (or hundreds) of images, figure out how to print them, and what you even want to DO […]

If you’ve ever booked a portrait session and felt nervous or unsure what to expect — you’re not alone. I walk my clients through every bit of the process, meeting their specific goals and desires while taking away the overwhelm. This can (and should!) be one of the most joyful experiences for you and yours. […]

By Joanna Goodman We’ve all done it. Oooh’d and Aahhh’d over our family photos only to tuck them back into a digital file cabinet with the best of intentions for later. Most of the time, this is the end of the story. Here’s the truth: when you work with a full-service photographer, you’re investing in […]