Meet Fisher — a Park High School Class of 2026 senior whose calm confidence and genuine kindness made this session such a joy. We met at Lake Rebecca Park in Hastings, MN on a perfect fall evening to capture his senior portraits surrounded by warm light and colorful leaves.

Fisher is active in Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) at school and has a heart for both ministry and sports management. After graduation, he’s looking toward attending the University of Northwestern, where he hopes to study, head into seminary, and eventually step into coaching. It’s a combination that fits him perfectly — leadership, encouragement, and a quiet strength that naturally draws people in.

When he’s not studying or serving, you’ll likely find Fisher playing baseball, snowboarding, or golfing — he even works at River Oaks Golf Course & Ice Arena. His easygoing personality carried through the entire session, and when he saw one of his photos, he smiled and said, “Lowkey aura.” Couldn’t agree more.
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Fisher, thanks for such a great evening and for letting me capture this milestone. Your future is bright — and your grounded, faith-filled heart is going to make a lasting impact wherever you go.

This session was extra special. I’ve known Abby for over 12 years through our church, and watching her step into motherhood has been one of the most joy-filled experiences. Her heart for the next generation shines in everything she does — from coaching and teaching to volunteering and loving so many kids (including my own!).

This past summer marked the start of her official motherhood journey as she adopted sweet Nevaeh — and what a gift it was to be able to celebrate with them on that day and, now, to capture their first official family portraits together. We met at Lake Rebecca Park in Hastings, MN on a gorgeous fall day, surrounded by soft light and golden leaves. Nevaeh’s radiant smile and Abby’s gentle yet confident joy made every image a reflection of love, connection, and answered prayers.
Abby has long been a favorite in the Wiggins household — the one who let our kids do all the sports play, laugh endlessly, and, of course, watch her famous Brazilian monkeys video on repeat. Seeing her now as “Mom” feels like such a full-circle moment.
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Abby and Nevaeh, thank you for letting me capture this new chapter. Your story is a beautiful reminder that families are built through love, faith, and the incredible grace of God.

The Leppke family has been in front of my camera for years — back when they were just a family of four! It’s always such a joy to reconnect and see how their family continues to grow and change. This year’s fall mini session at Lake Rebecca Park in Hastings, MN was filled with laughter, love, and a chance to catch up.

We chatted about their homeschooling adventures, how fast the kids are growing, and soaked up the golden fall light that made the park glow. And in true family fashion, we even convinced grandpa and grandma to jump in for a few photos — something they hadn’t planned on, but couldn’t resist once they saw how much fun everyone was having and were encouraged to!

Sessions like these are a beautiful reminder that family photos are more than just pictures — they’re little glimpses into each season of life. I’m so grateful to continue capturing the Leppke family’s story and the love that shines through in every moment we share together.

It’s such a joy to see families year after year — watching little ones grow and personalities blossom in new ways. I first photographed this sweet family the summer after COVID, when they shared stories of their cross-country move during such a chaotic season. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of capturing their family as it’s grown — now with their third little one well in the toddler stage and not just a newborn in the mix!

This year’s mini session at Lake Rebecca Park in Hastings, Minnesota was filled with all the warmth of early fall. The leaves were beginning to turn, the air was just right, and laughter filled the shade as the kids played and snuggled in between photos. I love how every year brings something new — a different stage, new giggles, and the same beautiful love that binds them together.
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Capturing their joy and connection year after year has been such a blessing, and I’m so thankful for families like this who invite me to keep documenting their story.

It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since I last photographed the Johnson family — and wow, how the kids have grown! This year’s session at Lake Rebecca Park was one of those perfect fall days where the sunshine, gentle breeze, and crunchy leaves all came together just right.

We found the perfect shady spots to enjoy the soft golden light while capturing their family — full of giggles, sweet moments, and a few playful smiles, of course. Their two boys and little girl remind me so much of my own — the way they look out for each other, tease a little, and melt your heart in the next moment.
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There’s a tenderness and connection between them that shines through in every frame. I’m so grateful to have watched this family grow and to get to freeze these fleeting seasons for them along the way.