Welcome to the world, sweet girl!


I had the privilege of capturing Baby Mary’s first moments in a simple, netural session right here in Traverse City, and I’m so excited to share these images with you.


Dusti and her family recently moved to the area, and I was so glad I could do a newborn session for them. I had been wanting to try shooting in my guest bedroom, and Dusti was open to giving it a go—and I’m so happy we did! The clean, minimalist space worked perfectly for Baby Mary’s session. We kept things simple with minimal props and focused on capturing the natural beauty of those first few days. The soft lighting and film-inspired aesthetic allowed the delicate details to really shine, and I love how the images turned out.


This session truly reflects my approach to newborn photography—authentic, serene, and full of love. It’s all about capturing the purest moments, and I feel so grateful to have been able to do that for Dusti and her family.


If you’re planning a newborn session in Traverse City, I hope these images inspire you to keep things simple and focus on the moments that matter most. A minimalist approach can be so beautiful and timeless, and it allows the natural connection between you and your baby to take center stage.


Enjoy some of my favorite images from this session, and if you’re expecting and would love to capture your baby’s first moments in a similar style, I’d love to work with you!

Tender newborn photography session with parent and baby on white textured bedding.
Intimate family moment with newborn baby and floral dress.
Close-up of baby with pink bow headband being cradled in white clothing.
Newborn baby with pink bow resting in woven bassinet surrounded by soft white fabric.
Intimate family portrait with newborn baby in soft natural light.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in soft white blanket in woven basket.
Baby wearing pink bow headband lying on white bedding during photoshoot.
Close-up detail of baby's ear with white bow headband against white fabric.
A newborn baby rests in a woven bassinet while being watched from above.
Newborn baby with pink bow lying in woven basket wrapped in light fabric.
A tiny baby foot peeks out from soft cream-colored blanket folds.
Baby wearing pink bow headband lying in woven basket on white blanket.