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This sweet 3 month old came into the studio last week for some shots, and we had so much fun. I don't get to photograph a ton of babies in the studio (usually I go to their homes), so it was really fun to try out new things. And this baby was so smiley! Such a blast! For your internet shares of the day:+ I'm in awe of the architecture of this museum in Qatar.+ The making of salt. Yum.+ Well obviously I adore this.

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So yesterday was pretty fantastic, eh? Someone dropped by the studio with a SHELTIE PUPPY! For those of you that don't know, I have a soft spot for both collies and shelties as I've owned both, and this little guy did not disappoint.I have been so slammed with work this week that I'm going to have to skip the internet shares of the day as I don't have time to find them (too many client photos to process). But I hope you all have an amazing weekend ahead. It's supposed to be sunny and 72 here in Minnesota and you guys? WE ARE READY FOR IT.

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One thing that I've been working more on is capturing the connection of siblings right from the start, which is why I selected that photo up there.Are you getting tired of all the families? It's ok. I know it's been quite a run. But don't worry, May is coming, and with that? ALL THE RESCUE DOGS! I'm just getting the babies out of my system! So buckle up, because you only have a few weeks left! For your internet shares of the day:+ I would LOVE THESE SHOES. My birthday is about 8 weeks away. Plan accordingly. Group gifts are wonderful. I'm a size 11.+ Something inspiring. I love it when kids are passionate.+ I love this beautiful art project. 

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I had a shoot last weekend with this sweet family. I first photographed the wedding of the mom and dad, and then I've done newborn shoots with all three kids. Watching and documenting a family grow through the years is so rewarding and fun. And look at this big sister's love for her newest sibling. Adorable. And for your internet shares of the day:+ Amazing portraits from SNL.+ Duh.+ How to tip.

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And we had ANOTHER happy baby in the studio last weekend! Just look at those smiles! This kiddo loved being here and man-oh-man did she adore her big brother. I usually prefer photographing small kids in their own homes, but last weekend convinced me that the studio is fantastic as well. And for your internet shares of the day:+ Why the snow was brown yesterday.+ Great patio deals from Target.+ Fantastic gift for kids who love drawing with chalk!

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So it snowed last night. And it really wasn't that big of a deal -- just a couple of inches. And we might get an inch today.Except that THEY CANCELLED SCHOOL. I mean, seriously, I am thinking the person that makes those decisions just moved here from Arizona. Wuss.But the drive in sure was pretty! Here are a few snaps I took on my way into the studio.

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Last weekend I held mini sessions just for kids (no parents allowed) in the studio. I had a lot of fun with all of these youngins, but I'm starting out with photos of this sweetie. I photographed her parents wedding almost 6 years ago, their first puppy and now their daughter. I feel so privileged to get to work with this amazing couple over and over again, and seeing  their first child grow up is just fantastic as well.For your internet shares of the day:+ Want to rent some former celebrity homes?+ Hilarious mom advice.+ If you only read one thing today, make it this. 

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I don't think I've told you about my health coach yet. Her name is Liz, and she is FABULOUS. She has turned my life (and my perspective) around and I am a much healthier person now than I was six months ago, that is for sure.I'm not going to go into detail (yet) because she's working on getting a new website up and launched, and when she does, I will tell you ALL about it and send you to her and you can thank me later. But for now, she came into the studio last week for some portraits and she brought some food to photograph for bits of her new website. Since I don't get to photograph food too often, it was super fun and I loved the macro shots of all the produce, which you can see below. And for your internet shares of the day:+ A thought on gratitude.+ What in the world makes magic erasers work so well?+ Amazing shots from above.