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November 28, 2022

Melissa + Ryan : An Extended Family Downtown Session

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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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Oh my goodness, this fall season flew fast and I’m just now getting caught up on the remaining sessions I have to share! I have photographed this extended family a couple of times prior to this year and it was so good to see them and catch up! Melissa and Ryan always laugh through our photo sessions together, so it’s no surprise when Melissa’s brother does the same! I had a wonderful time with everyone despite the chilly wind we had throughout.

For a little change of scenery and to showcase the season, we moved to the other side of our location and compositionally, tried to use the brightness of these trees:

A few of just the littles before they were “done”. 🙂

Melissa + Ryan + Crew: Thank you so much for braving the chilly wind to knock these photos out! It’s always a pleasure to see you and catch up. I hope Amelia rocked it at her softball tourneys this season and that Jaxon is still enjoying band!

All the best in this holiday season,

Carrie

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