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Picture Perfect Surprise Proposal at Lake McDonald Lodge

There's something so special to be included in the planning of a surprise proposal. Stressful to be sure, but it really is exciting. I'd never claim that my heart is beating as fast as …
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August 2, 2025
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Midwest Drama Student’s Summer Sunset Senior Portraits in Whitefish

It is so cool that at least half of my senior portrait sessions are for students graduating in other parts of the country. And believe me I get it. Having not grown up here …
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August 1, 2025
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A Younger Sister’s Turn at Senior Portraits in Whitefish

I had the distinct pleasure of meeting some members of the Ball family a couple of years ago when I did the elder daughter's senior photos right here in Whitefish while they were visiting …
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July 30, 2025
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A Cloudy and Rain Soaked Surprise Proposal at Apgar Village

There's the old adage about "the best laid plans of mice and men," and the execution of Colton's surprise proposal here in Glacier National Park that was never more accurate. Here we were at …
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July 29, 2025
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Summer Family Photos in West Glacier National Park, the McGees

The best part of my job as a photographer is I get to hang out with families and couples from all over the country, and share my "backyard" with them. It's so great to …
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July 28, 2025
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Love & Shenanigans at The Nest on Swan River

What if a first-look before the wedding, but instead of the bride the groom turns around and witnesses a terrifying T-Rex? From my first conversation with CJ I knew her and Sean's wedding was …
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July 25, 2025
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Studio-Style Actor Headshots for Brenna Ernst

Brought my portable studio set up to Brenna's living room for some actor headshots for her university studies.
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July 23, 2025
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Flathead Lake Extended Family Photos in Somers

Glacier National Park is of course an amazing setting for photos of any kind, but I also really enjoy simply meeting a family where they're staying for family portraits. I met the Nessler family …
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July 21, 2025
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A Summer Solstice Wedding on Swan Lake Outside Bigfork, Montana

What do you do when you specifically choose the longest day of the year for a summer solstice themed ceremony and the sun doesn't show itself the entire day? You embrace the fact that …
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July 18, 2025
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Virginia Falls Double-Surprise Proposal that Surprised Even Me

This hiking surprise proposal included two firsts for me. One being that I was hired by McKenzie who was planning on proposing to her boyfriend which was an exciting change from societal norms. The …
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July 17, 2025

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