Motherhood Session: Daffodils, Traverse City, Michigan


The first friend I made after moving to Traverse City happens to have three children the same ages as my three. Her family is wonderful and it makes me so happy to be able to document their growing family and some of their most special moments. Their youngest daughter turning one was no exception! Mallory knew we wanted to get some photos of her and a smash cake, but I was able to convince her to get in the camera for some shots before the party! I've said it before, but it's so important to get mama included. These will certainly be something they both cherish for years to come!

Outdoor spring portrait with parent and baby among blooming wildflowers.
A small child in gingham dress sits among blooming daffodils in a spring garden.

Spring at Historic Barnes Park


I love being able to include the beautiful landscape of Traverse City whenever possible. Half of the year can be too cold for littles outside, and I'm so thankful that they day of these photos the weather was perfect! Sweet Ester was able to go barefoot and lay in the grass with her mama! For the location, I chose Historic Barnes Park because it's quickly turning into my favorite locations. They always have the most beautiful grounds no matter the time of year. However, for our session in late May, this meant gorgeous daffodils were in bloom!

A sweet moment captured in a spring garden with white dress among blooming flowers.
A small child in blue gingham outfit sits among spring flowers wearing a white bow.
A sweet springtime scene in a garden of blooming flowers.
Dreamy portrait in a field of daffodils wearing a blue gingham dress.
Charming spring portrait amid blooming daffodils in soft pastel tones.
Parent and baby laying in grass together surrounded by white spring flowers.
Close-up of small hands holding a fresh daffodil flower in spring grass.
Delicate portrait in blue gingham dress with white bow headband among spring flowers.
A sweet outdoor portrait in a field of daffodils showing parent and baby in white and blue outfits.
Springtime portrait of parent and baby sitting together among blooming daffodils.
Intimate outdoor moment between parent and baby surrounded by spring flowers.
Close-up of parent and baby resting peacefully on green grass.
A sweet embrace captured in a blooming spring garden with soft natural lighting.
An intimate outdoor portrait with delicate lace details and sunlit backdrop.
A lovely outdoor moment captured against a rustic barn backdrop.
A joyful outdoor portrait among blooming spring flowers and lush greenery.
A sunny spring portrait taken in front of a white cottage with a blue cupola.
A small child wearing blue sits among blooming white flowers in a garden setting.
A gentle moment captured in a field of spring flowers with soft natural lighting.
Tender outdoor moment between parent and baby in white dress and blue gingham outfit among spring flowers.