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July 2, 2020

Melissa + Ryan

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

Hi, I'm Carrie

The last time you saw this sweet family, we highlighted their Best Friend, Ava and I’m so glad we did! Dear Ava left this world in December having had a great life and being dearly loved.

Fast forward through our current pandemic, schools shutting down and a litter of pups being born. Ryan convinced Melissa that TWO was a fantastic idea, so today, Tinsley & Maddox are making their debut on the blog!

For those of you who have followed me for awhile, you know we have a mini schnauzer of our own, Ella. So to see schnauzer puppies again released some happy endorphins to snuggle this little furballs. Tinsley is fiesty and Maddox is such a little lover, he will bare his tummy the second he thinks he’s got your attention!

And lest I spend this whole post fawning over the pups, anyone notice how tall Amelia & Jaxon are?! Holy cow, these two-Melissa reminded me I’ve photographed Jaxon since he was TWO. He’s now entering 6th grade. We have a middle schooler, folks! And Ms. Hard-To-Get-To-Smile-Amelia? She’s entering 1st grade. And grinning from ear to ear over it. 🙂

Melissa + Ryan: It is a pleasure as always to see your growing family! The pups did great and Jaxon & Amelia will be awesome care-takers, I’m sure. 🙂 Thank you so much for coming back to me again and again-it really is the best compliment I can receive.

All my best,

Carrie

PS You can view more of our time together HERE.

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

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