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October 23, 2024

Joe + Sonya : A Backyard Family 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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This is a family that I never thought I’d photograph. Yes, I’ve photographed Sonya’s brand photos for the publishing of her book, but I wasn’t sure I would get all four of her fam-bam in front of my camera. However, the timing worked out (even though the wind did NOT) and we squeezed in a short family session before things snapped chilly.

Joe & Sonya have a gorgeous backyard that is shared among some neighbors with a pond, evergreens and dock. We worked with the wind and the sun’s rays to capture this relaxing oasis and their girls’ sassy natures and I loved every moment!

After we got the whole family together, we split into the smaller groups. These girls crack me up! (And I don’t think Sonya has any idea just how gorgeous she is!)

Sonya + Joe: We value your friendship immensely and are so thankful to have you in our lives and in our children’s lives. It was an honor to photograph you and your girls – your family is so precious!

Much love,

Carrie

PS You can view the rest of our time together HERE.

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