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September 11, 2024 - It was a pleasure to return to the Ella Sharp campus to snap up this busy athlete. A tri-sporter, we snuck in some time...

September 10, 2024 - My parents made me take piano lessons from ages 7-17. The thing is, my brother, Aleks who is two years older was really...

July 22, 2024 - It was a beautiful evening when I got to catch up with this senior! This was my second shoot at McCourtie Park this seas...

July 05, 2024 - Our original shoot date was supposed to be hot and humid. I often tell my clients if they see me sweating, that it's nor...

October 02, 2023 - I witnessed the birth of this human. I was there as his name was chosen. I am his feisty godmother. It was my honor to p...

July 03, 2023 - I know, it's been a minute. I am thrilled to kick off senior season with this recent graduate! We thought about doing se...

October 21, 2022 - This senior wanted to capture some autumnal colors in her photos. Her mom and I carefully studied the weather forecast a...

September 27, 2022 - It was raining - nay, pouring when I left my house. It was drizzling when I arrived at McCourtie Park. And then, in perf...

September 26, 2022 - When I was in high school, I had friends who were identical twins. I could tell them apart from from the backs of their...

August 20, 2022 - We had plans for this photo shoot, but then at the last possible moment, we changed them. And I'm so glad we did. We sta...

August 17, 2022 - The class of 2023 will have a special place in my heart, as I have a senior, too. I love when my work crosses into the p...

June 19, 2022 - The class of 2023 senior portrait season has begun with a VIP. This senior squeezed in our session before heading off to...

February 23, 2022 - Recently one of my photos was used with an obituary. It wasn't the first time, and I suspect, it won't be the last. Ever...

October 25, 2021 - I have been honored to capture this family since before these little ones existed! This time around we explored the Dahl...

October 13, 2021 - Is today the last nice day of this epically long Michigan summer? If so, I'm glad I got to spend it with this guy. He's...

September 07, 2021 - This couple is adjusting to their new digs. They traded in a city lifestyle to enjoy a greener experience. Oh, and they...

August 30, 2021 - I've photographed members of this family in varying combinations over the years. Thus, it was fitting to return to the D...

August 06, 2021 - I have taken summer vacation to heart this year and have not been updating my blog. Oops! Let's see if I remember how to...

May 27, 2021 - It was so great catching up with this fam squad. This boy is a math and space whiz. When asked if he'd rather command a...

May 23, 2021 - Some people were inspired and motivated during the quiet months of the pandemic. I was mostly paralyzed. I'm slowly work...

May 12, 2021 - Before I moved to Jackson in 2003, I sent an email to the Center Stage Jackson expressing my interest in participating i...

March 30, 2021 - The greatest compliments in this business are referrals and returning clients. This last week I got to do a couple of re...

February 04, 2021 - I hope that you are the master of backing up your digital images. I hope that as technology has changed, that you've upg...

January 22, 2021 - Driving home from dropping our oldest at college after an extended winter break, I spied with my little eye an abandoned...

January 11, 2021 - In 2003, I put on an adult sized sweater on my one year old son. I pulled out my film camera and snapped a roll of photo...

January 01, 2021 - Welcome 2021. Sometimes a flip in the calendar is more than it seems. 2020 was a dramatic year. If it had been a horror...

November 29, 2020 - It's a great time for portraits when everyone is gathered. I tossed out the Rotunda at Ella Sharp Park as a spot, becaus...

November 09, 2020 - I have a friend who has four grown children, two children-in-law, and two grand babies. She recently did a life review a...

October 19, 2020 - This senior is sending college applications all over the country. She's already landed her number one pick, but why stop...

October 19, 2020 - I remember seeing this {now} senior when she was a newborn. As with us all, the aging process is happening, regardless o...

October 12, 2020 - This senior had a session in downtown Jackson during the summer. We simultaneously booked a fall inspired shoot. It seem...

October 05, 2020 - This active nature and water lover picked the perfect spot for her portraits. So much so, that it almost even looks fake...

September 29, 2020 - About three years ago I went to the closing wherein I was the purchaser. I recognized the sellers, since we had gotten f...

September 25, 2020 - High school is an exciting time of exploration: playing multiple sports, trying out for the school play, and joining var...

September 21, 2020 - We had to jump through some hoops, but we got a very limited access for the duration of our shoot to our beloved {closed...

September 14, 2020 - I really do enjoy photographing at Ella Sharp Park campus. There is so much available in terms of interesting backdrops.

September 02, 2020 - I truly believe there is no replacement for a professional portrait. A cell phone camera, regardless of how good it is,...

August 25, 2020 - I meet my clients where they're at. Some love to be photographed and will go on posing for days. Others are doing it bec...

August 24, 2020 - This past weekend I took a trip to Island Park in Eaton Rapids. I met up with a senior who chose the spot and a nearby c...

August 19, 2020 - After an initial streak of girls, we've got a few boys on the schedule to mix things up! Though he doesn't remember me,...

August 15, 2020 - Though not the norm, it is not unusual for a senior to have two sessions. Sometimes they are spread over different seaso...

July 27, 2020 - This senior came up with a pretty fun location for her senior portraits. She suggested Marshall Motors. I have driven pa...

July 23, 2020 - If you've not yet worked with me, you might not know that I am constantly checking the weather for our shoots. The weath...

June 27, 2020 - We have kicked off senior portraits for the class of 2021! After a necessary cheer celebrating the new "season" we ventu...

June 14, 2020 - It's such a pleasure for me to catch up with my LAF Lines Photography families! I love to see how the little ones are gr...

June 13, 2020 - My final senior of the class of 2020 is a special one. He's been a part of our lives since his first grade. He and my so...

June 07, 2020 - I've had this wedding on my calendar for several months. When the global pandemic hit the United States, we weren't cert...

May 25, 2020 - These portraits were supposed to happen a while back. But you know, a pandemic hit. And life got shut down. We're slowly...

April 15, 2020 - For those of you who know the LAF Lines Photography story, you can skip this first paragraph. For those who are new to L...

April 10, 2020 - In honor of my son's 18th birthday, we planned a photo shoot. (What else do we have to do?) We listed our props: mortarb...

April 06, 2020 - This Corona Virus Pandemic is tough for business. Even hospitals, inundated with patients, are experiencing financial tr...

March 30, 2020 - I biked downtown on Sunday. It started off as a sunny morning (which I was originally hoping to capture). By the time I...

March 26, 2020 - Whew. How about that curveball in our beautifully laid plans for 2020? I'm sure I'm not alone in my surprise at how swif...

December 30, 2019 - Back when LAF Lines Photo was fresh and new, I booked my first senior. She was an ambitious, theatrical, and smart cooki...

October 15, 2019 - This weekend I got to snap up this lovely couple as they prepare for their 2020 wedding. I was excited to hear the plans...

October 14, 2019 - I feel a connection to most of my subjects. We are a little vulnerable together as we create images. But this one in par...

October 07, 2019 - It was a pleasure to return to Camp Dainava for another session. It's difficult to comprehend that two months have passe...

September 30, 2019 - This senior is all about the jams and baseball. (Wait, am I dating myself? Does anyone say "jams" anymore?) We were sche...

September 17, 2019 - These two cousins weren't really into having their pictures done, but their moms were certain they wanted some photos to...

September 16, 2019 - I had so much fun photographing this senior. She brought a few props to incorporate into her session and it sparked a lo...

September 08, 2019 - This guy has been playing soccer since kindergarten. He's had a rough start to his senior year with an injury. Hopefully...

September 05, 2019 - This guy. He's funny and chill. And someday he might have a Golden Retriever and name it Henry. And baseball is his thin...

August 09, 2019 - I got to be among the first to wish this guy a very happy 18th birthday! In case you were wondering, having your senior...

August 08, 2019 - My last session of our week at Dainava was with this girl. I asked about her youth and I was rewarded with a fascinating...

August 06, 2019 - So, this camp I was at last week is a Lithuanian Heritage Camp. I attended as a child, and I've brought my kids up atten...

August 05, 2019 - I snapped up this guy's older sister a few years ago for her senior portraits. It was fun to revisit the same location,...

August 05, 2019 - I had the privilege of photographing these two upcoming seniors. We were hanging out at a lush camp in Manchester for th...

July 28, 2019 - This kid's mom was one of my first friends when I moved to Jackson over fifteen years ago! I've had the honor of photogr...

July 23, 2019 - I've known this senior since his Pre-K days. He was always taller than my son. He's a solid 6'2" now. A football player...

July 22, 2019 - This little guy... He's not a peanut. His big sister corrected me. He's her boyfriend. I took that to mean that she love...

June 18, 2019 - I'm so excited to be back in Senioritis Season! I got the chance to hang out with this class of 2020 member and her mom...

May 07, 2019 - One of my dearest friends was prepared for me to say no. Her son was getting his braces off April 29th. He has a photo s...

April 28, 2019 - I stood in a store with tears welling up in my eyes, listening to a woman I'd not met before tell of her upcoming family...

January 04, 2019 - My youngest turned 14 just before the New Year. We took some photos to commemorate. He is now the tallest member of our...

January 01, 2019 - Just before the end of the year, our local news posted a listing of businesses that opened in Jackson in 2018. Separatel...

November 15, 2018 - It's been ten years since I hung out my shingle as a photographer. The very day I filed my paperwork and opened a bank a...

October 23, 2018 - Remember Saturday? There was an hour and a half delay for the Michigan vs. Michigan State game? Then for the rest of the...

October 23, 2018 - Right outside my studio are the gifts to Jackson from the recent Bright Walls Jackson Mural Festival. It's become a go-t...

October 15, 2018 - As autumn blooms in Michigan, our weather is never guaranteed. We got mega lucky on this girls' photo day! We made a cou...

October 14, 2018 - In about a month, I'll be celebrating a decade as a photographer. Through my years, I've come across a few things on the...

October 11, 2018 - I met this senior in Milford where there is a nice park and a cute downtown all tightly packed together. This girl has a...

October 07, 2018 - We’ve had some rain lately. I wondered what the weather would do for my session with this lady. We dodged some drizzle t...

October 01, 2018 - I got to meet this guy this weekend. He had me at hello as a cross country runner. Add to it that he's playing soccer as...

October 01, 2018 - I was so glad to have the opportunity to photograph my nephew. My son is just seven months younger, so I've always viewe...

August 28, 2018 - Throughout high school, this kid has been in the band and aviation club. We paid homage to both during his session. He's...

August 20, 2018 - I forget each time how little babies start out. I mean, tiny. This little peanut is enjoying her fourth week in the worl...

August 14, 2018 - This kid. Smart, handsome, creative and talented. Such a threat! I enjoyed hanging out with him downtown and then in fro...

August 01, 2018 - This is the third of three visits I made to Dainava for early morning shoots. I got to hang out with this kid who has be...

July 31, 2018 - In order to capture these seniors at camp, we meet around 6:30 am to enjoy the freshest morning light, and to be on the...

July 31, 2018 - This is the first of three seniors in the same location. We all have a shared experience, one generation removed. We all...

July 27, 2018 - This senior has an older brother who was one of my seniors last year. I was careful not to repeat the same shots or spot...

July 19, 2018 - I secured my spot as this senior's photographer after a family session last summer. He doesn't love having his photos ta...

July 09, 2018 - Ah! My first dose of Senioritis for the class of 2019! Felt so good! We had rescheduled to avoid the mega heat of the we...

June 17, 2018 - If you’re a small business and don’t have the time to tackle social media, call me. If you’re a small business and can’t...

May 08, 2018 - My son was always quiet. He ran cross country and played the saxophone, and planned to do so in high school. Before fres...

March 19, 2018 - Congrats to the cast, crew, staff and pit of GUYS AND DOLLS produced by Lumen Christi. Oh, high school theatre. So much...

March 09, 2018 - Look, I've been taking selfies since I've ever owned a camera. This was before there was a screen to view. So, some of t...

January 29, 2018 - When it's too cold outside to even bother, I love having my studio as a casual and warm option for photos. This family h...

December 28, 2017 - We like to document the joyful times of our lives. We hire photographers for weddings, births and other significant mile...

December 04, 2017 - Originally, I was to meet up with this family during the Thanksgiving break. Illnesses and unexpected work shifts bumped...

November 13, 2017 - This senior and I met for a pre-shoot consult. We developed a plan for what we wanted to capture in the allotted time. W...

October 31, 2017 - I love capturing multi-generational families. It's so great to see how relationships unfold. Those tales are best told b...

October 31, 2017 - The mission was to capture three generations at Gee Farms. We got a few whole-family shots and combinations. This client...

October 31, 2017 - Sunday afternoon I got to hang out with this senior. I've photographed her before for school events, but I loved getting...

October 17, 2017 - You know... you just never know. We had this session scheduled several weeks ago. At the time it was probably 90 outside...

October 14, 2017 - Did you know that water is sprayed on the roads in movie sets before street scenes to make them look all shiny and prett...

October 12, 2017 - Possibly the greatest compliment is when a client drives 3 hours to meet me for a session. Sure, it helps to have a mutu...

October 11, 2017 - Not every senior session is hours long with wardrobe and make up. Sometimes we just need to snap the necessary yearbook...

October 10, 2017 - Will winter never come? If you're not in the Mitten, we're having an unseasonably warm fall. I met this family for an au...

October 07, 2017 - This is Steph. She's young, vibrant and fun. She is organized and loves to travel. If you met her today, this is how she...

October 02, 2017 - Normally people make jokes around me about "shooting" my subjects. I gotta tell ya, I made no such jokes with this senio...

October 01, 2017 - This morning I met up with this family and explored their awesome property! We saw many frogs, and the boys were plannin...

September 12, 2017 - It's always so great to catch up with a "regular" LAF Lines family. I get to see what everyone is up to- and I get to ch...

August 12, 2017 - What a difference a couple of years makes in our lives! Since I last photographed this family: TWO more members have joi...

August 12, 2017 - When one of the birds prepare to fly from the next, it's time to snap up some photos of the family. Mama just wanted som...

August 11, 2017 - The more people in a photo, the more difficult it is to coordinate smiles and blinks and movement. When members of the f...

August 10, 2017 - As I said in the previous blog entry, Camp Dainava is a special place. We wake up to foggy mornings on the lake and it i...

August 08, 2017 - For those of you who know me personally, you know that for one week a year I return to the place of my childhood dreams.

July 25, 2017 - This morning's photo session included TWO seniors! First cousins graduating from the same high school saw benefit in sch...

July 23, 2017 - This photo shoot has been in my schedule for months. It is a birthday gift for the Wife/Mother and "Nana" of this family...

July 22, 2017 - I'm so excited to be beginning the Senioritis series with a bit more regularity now. This senior went along with the flo...

May 30, 2017 - My San Francisco clients are visiting in Michigan! I had the opportunity to celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary wi...

May 20, 2017 - One year ago I was in Traverse City photographing a wedding. Today I spent the day snapping a wedding within walking dis...

May 13, 2017 - I have had the honor of photographing this family as they've been growing up. Now the sister is in high school and the t...

May 10, 2017 - A couple of years ago, I photographed this First Communicant's big sister. She wore a sticker from her photoshoot to her...

April 30, 2017 - Next weekend, this second grader will be making her First Communion. This weekend, however, we simply wanted to snap her...

April 22, 2017 - If you've got kids heading off to prom this year, it's time to get your camera ready! Charge the batteries! Clear the me...

April 02, 2017 - I love photographing seniors. I love learning who they are and what they aspire to accomplish in their lifetime! This me...

March 12, 2017 - It's always a pleasure to catch up with a little client. During this session I got to catch up with the three year old A...

March 10, 2017 - Remember the glamor photo studios that popped up in the nineties? You'd show up with washed hair and they'd take it from...

February 26, 2017 - That first year of parenthood... pfew! What a wonderful time for celebration and absolute exhaustion! It was my pleasure...

February 07, 2017 - This is my third (and hopefully not final) time photographing Amy. A few years ago she started a healthy, whole-food eat...

February 05, 2017 - Each year I photograph my sons around their birthdates. I send out updated photos of my guys in their thank you notes. B...

February 03, 2017 - In the spirit of full disclosure: a level was not used in the making of these photos. In my last blog I touched on the...

January 31, 2017 - Oh hi there. And happy 2017! I can't believe we're already wrapping up January. This year is on pace to be the world rec...

November 15, 2016 - This sibling duo has been subjected to be my subjects since they were each born. They are keeping their parents busy. It...

November 13, 2016 - I had the pleasure of catching up with this duo since the daughter's senior photos. A lot has changed since we last met.

November 01, 2016 - There isn't a product on the market that sells the energy a five year old puts out! It's infectious, fun and exhiliratin...

November 01, 2016 - I have felt so glad this fall when the weekend weather has been conducive to photo shoots! It makes my clients happy and...

October 31, 2016 - This family welcomed their littlest wonder just 2 days before I met her! There was much cuteness to take in during the s...

October 24, 2016 - Today turned out to be a beautiful, albeit chilly day. I got to meet this to-be-wed couple and celebrate their engagemen...

October 16, 2016 - This is this girls' second shoot. Her first session was around downtown Jackson in the summer. She mentioned then that s...

October 15, 2016 - Typically for 2-3 year old photo shoots, I chase kids. They don't exactly sit still. I know I have to do a lot of shadow...

October 10, 2016 - I really can't complain about the weather this "busy season." Aside from a rainy wedding day (that produced beautiful im...

October 09, 2016 - When there are four children in the family, it's difficult to coordinate the family photo. Not in terms of clothes, date...

September 25, 2016 - This senior had her locations and outfits all figured out. We went on a bit of a drive to hit all the destinations and i...

September 06, 2016 - There was something ethereal about my senior shoot this weekend. We were in a beautiful location, and my senior gave gre...

August 22, 2016 - Saturday was another wedding day of note for LAF Lines Photography. This was #3 of 4 for 2016. (One was unpublished, if...

August 21, 2016 - This little lady will be celebrating her first birthday soon. It was my pleasure to catch up with her and her mom and ca...

August 16, 2016 - This family selected Ella Sharp Park for their family photos. This is where the parents had their wedding photos taken....

August 15, 2016 - I can't believe this little nugget is starting Kindergarten--- ON HIS FIFTH BIRTHDAY! I have been snapping up this famil...

August 14, 2016 - Caroline Wright has changed the way she gets things done. The poet in our first project Chemistry, Not Science has evolv...

August 12, 2016 - My youngest son decided to grow out his hair in hopes of making a donation to a children's hair charity. The school he a...

July 30, 2016 - We had a delayed start (by a week) to our photo session due to a storm that blew through J-Town. But I was glad for the...

July 24, 2016 - Saturday morning I drove out to capture this family. The goal was to take some nice photos of mom and dad (a Christmas g...

July 19, 2016 - I knew this mom when she lived in Jackson five years ago! She moved away, got married and brought this little guy into t...

July 10, 2016 - I am guessing that this senior was my sister in a previous life. We had some great laughs during our shoot, while dodgin...

July 06, 2016 - It is that wonderful time of the year when Seniors begin their journey into their final year of high school. I was happy...

May 23, 2016 - My website says I don't really market myself as a wedding photographer. And this remains true. Some photogs love to do w...

May 14, 2016 - When I last met with this family, I had no idea they were expecting baby #3. It was a joy to meet their precious baby gi...

May 10, 2016 - 'I personally, do not like getting my photos taken. And I've given a hard time to my mom about it. Just having all the a...

May 08, 2016 - What do moms really want for Mother's Day? Family photos. This family granted Mom's request. Adding a cutie patootie pup...

May 01, 2016 - On the occasion of his First Communion, this guy was looking quite dapper. His parents, sisters and grandparents were ce...

April 25, 2016 - Every year for my children's birthdays, I take their "official" birthday portraits. I have one son who will go to differ...

April 03, 2016 - I admit, I'm not a car enthusiast. I appreciate the aesthetics of beautiful vehicles, but I have no clue how a motor wor...

April 02, 2016 - This little lady has been a subject of mine since her days in her mama's belly. Her big brother gave me a great hug befo...

March 19, 2016 - Quite possibly the coolest feeling is one that I get walking into a client's home and seeing our previous photographs on...

March 13, 2016 - I'm so glad that at least for the first quarter, I kept up with my New Year's Resolution to go out in pursuit of photogr...

March 05, 2016 - I'm not going to lie, a last minute dose of Senioritis for the class of 2016 totally hit the spot. I was glad to put the...

March 01, 2016 - If you've read my blog, perhaps you've picked up on my love for meeting youngsters and watching them grow. Seniors are s...

February 21, 2016 - In keeping up with my New Year's resolution to "shoot for sport," my buddy Mark and I headed to South Haven, Michigan. I...

February 13, 2016 - It was most delightful to take a break from note card sales and general hibernation to meet this little man! He just cel...

January 17, 2016 - In 2015 I didn't do much shooting for "sport" as I like to say. The results of these explorations are the images I choos...

January 11, 2016 - When I moved to Jackson 12 years ago, I noticed a self deprecating mentality in town. It didn't affect me too much while...

December 28, 2015 - I was happy to get another dose of Senioritis at this quiet time of year! This senior wanted to hang out in-studio and a...

December 28, 2015 - The day after a holiday is a great day for a photo shoot! Everyone is gathered from near and far, and hopefully in good...

November 17, 2015 - By the time I was seven years old, I had cracked my skull and broken my arm. I had lost my two front teeth and was begin...

November 02, 2015 - It is my custom to have the kids help create their family's photo session. I take their input and use it. I left the cho...

November 02, 2015 - This senior had two things on her list: books and a view. We were able to accommodate both requests by getting roof top...

October 31, 2015 - These parents and I were in total agreement that the only way we'd succeed at snapping up this little one would be on th...

October 31, 2015 - This mom-to-be loves Autumn. She was bumming she wouldn't be showing enough for full on maternity photos. So, to celebra...

October 11, 2015 - While at college, this couple met and fell in love. Now they are planning their wedding! I enjoyed getting to meet them.

October 11, 2015 - This family and I met at the Dahlem Center. The season's colors are running a little late this year, but we certainly di...

September 29, 2015 - This weekend I got to catch up with this family on the go! Now that baby sister is mobile, it's hard to keep up! I loved...

September 27, 2015 - This senior came to me with a bucket list that included dinosaurs, a library and the colors of Autumn. We had fun explor...

September 27, 2015 - While capturing portraits of this family, I enjoyed turning the camera to capture to some unsuspecting moments. Of cours...

September 23, 2015 - Today I got to meet a new member of the world. This precious little one is just one week old. While still so dependent o...

September 18, 2015 - The weather forecast today was bleak. When my eighth grader came in for breakfast, he couldn't figure out why it was so...

September 17, 2015 - There was no question where this family should pose for their photos. When you live on a gorgeous lake, you ought to cap...

September 16, 2015 - There is still enough light in the evenings to capture some great portraits in September! This senior and I met up and h...

September 13, 2015 - Saturday turned out to be a chilly and wet day, but spirits were not dampened as we celebrated a newly wedded couple! I...

September 11, 2015 - Yesterday I celebrated four decades on this Earth! I was excited and grateful for the entire day. I planned a few events...

August 29, 2015 - This family thought to update their portraits to celebrate baby's first birthday! She was cruising and a-moving! We trie...

August 28, 2015 - This family came to the studio to celebrate their four year old with annual photos. We spent a little time in the studio...

August 28, 2015 - It seems that having a loyalty for summer camp is a common theme for those of us who spent our youth at Camp Dainava. Th...

August 21, 2015 - I haven't seen this senior since she was in sixth grade. While photographing her, I could see the features in her that w...

August 20, 2015 - This family joined me in-studio because it was threatening storms on photo day. Watching this little dude cruise around...

August 18, 2015 - This family has been photographed by LAF Lines since the oldest was in utero. (Before I was officially in business!) We'...

August 11, 2015 - A few years ago, I was not hired for a Bat Mitzvah because the client wanted someone with more experience. I was not off...

August 08, 2015 - Did you go to summer camp as a kid? Did you go repeatedly? For some of us, summer camp was really the best experience. I...

August 01, 2015 - Three generations gathered on the beautiful campus of Kensington Metropark for an hour of photo combinations. It was so...

July 27, 2015 - This senior was quintessentially cool. I mean, he wore a sweater, jeans and boots while I was melting in the July heat....

July 22, 2015 - Dear Future Client, If we haven't met yet, my name is pronounced Lydia From-o. I know, I've got all kinds of extra lett...

July 21, 2015 - I got to wander around downtown with this senior. I had mapped out a walk for us to take. The best part was, one of the...

July 19, 2015 - When the family is reunited from three different cities, that's a great reason to have a photographer snap a few photos.

July 17, 2015 - My third senior of the season is a Jackson one! It's always an honor to be asked back by a family. So, I was thrilled to...

July 01, 2015 - This couple is just a couple of months away from their wedding day! They made the supremely wise decision to hire LAF Li...

July 01, 2015 - Keeping your photographer informed is the best thing you can do to ensure a smooth photo session. ESPECIALLY in a long s...

June 26, 2015 - This morning I took a walk with this family. We were all tuckered out in the end, and the smallest of us needed help get...

June 22, 2015 - Some kids play teacher. I'm guessing fewer play priest. And make their siblings attend mass during play time. And give t...

June 15, 2015 - My parents celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. My mom asked that I take "just a few" photographs. My sister-i...

June 09, 2015 - While grocery shopping yesterday, a woman behind me in line (who knows me as a photographer) caught me staring at an eld...

June 04, 2015 - Photos seem like fair game for anyone to grab now that we can make screen shots and copy images into our albums from soc...

May 27, 2015 - Picture it: Interlochen Arts Camp, 1992. A girl in cabin 25 unknowingly used conditioner instead of shampoo for 8 weeks.

May 14, 2015 - It's been a few years since I photographed this family. Now half of the kids are teenagers. I'm pretty sure the oldest i...

May 07, 2015 - Ah. Photographing this U of M grad was a trip down memory lane. She was my first (high school) senior. In 2010 we schedu...

May 04, 2015 - In 2012 I asked this senior if she would mind taking a few extra photos with me after her session. I knew her personally...

April 21, 2015 - Senioritis strikes again, this time in the spring! This senior was too busy last fall to pose for photos. I was happy to...

April 20, 2015 - This First Communicant got a dry run with her dress and accessories! Her big day isn't for another couple of weeks, but...

April 19, 2015 - It's always exciting to meet a new citizen of the world. I have been photographing this family since big brother was in...

April 13, 2015 - It was my pleasure to meet this wee one. She is a joyful baby girl who has distinct feelings about her toys! It was cute...

April 13, 2015 - I have enjoyed capturing this family for years. I set out to snap up the brother and sister (with cousin) because the li...

April 03, 2015 - This week I got to break in the studio further with a pair of brothers full of energy! It was great for me to learn how...

March 19, 2015 - I have been in Jackson just long enough to say, "I remember him when..." Michael has been active in the theatre communit...

March 18, 2015 - It's been a beautiful collaboration. The poet, Caroline Wright explained her concept of a poetry book, but with photos....

March 04, 2015 - In the past, I have captured this family in various locations about town. This time they opted for an in-studio session.

March 03, 2015 - This client enjoys the lifestyle portraits that tell the truth of life at this stage. And at this stage, this adorable t...

March 02, 2015 - When expecting a baby, we all hope for health (and maybe a bit of cuteness, too.) This little guy was eager to show off...

January 14, 2015 - I attended an all girls high school. And an all women's college. I was taught that women can do anything. That we are so...

December 26, 2014 - Before the Christmas holiday, I got to catch up with this wee one who is growing so quickly along with her big brother....

November 10, 2014 - I stopped over to visit this family and capture a little love in action. It was easy to get as the kids were very genero...

November 03, 2014 - This couple sure has been busy lately. They are settling into their new home with a new little one to keep them distract...

October 27, 2014 - This past weekend was a gloriously beautiful gift in weather! These clients got in touch when they saw the forecast and...

October 21, 2014 - This senior is the younger sibling of another senior I shot a couple of years ago. It was a delicate balance between wan...

October 20, 2014 - When a senior chooses to be photographed at home, there is a certain comfort that can't otherwise be duplicated. This se...

October 14, 2014 - As is typical for 2-3 year olds, this little guy just wasn't that into sitting and having his portrait taken. We scrappe...

October 14, 2014 - As my weekend photo tour continued, I met this family. Upon my arrival, the little girl presented me with a drawing she...

October 06, 2014 - This weekend I got to catch up with this family as they celebrate almost three months with their baby girl. Big brother...

October 06, 2014 - While volunteering at Camp Dainava in July, I was approached by this fellow who concluded he needed his senior portraits...

September 30, 2014 - For this senior, we zipped about to three locations and got everything checked off the wish list. Except a fountain. Bec...

September 29, 2014 - This past weekend I got the chance to meet this lovely chap. We wandered about downtown Jackson, and then zipped over to...

September 24, 2014 - It's hard to believe this wee one is celebrating six months on this planet! She was (in utero) the first to be photograp...

September 21, 2014 - When these little guys can use the word "Frustrated" appropriately, it just makes me happy! I have been photographing th...

September 01, 2014 - Are your kids heading back to school tomorrow? Mine started last week, and before they were delivered to their school, t...

September 01, 2014 - I caught up with this family for some updated family photos at their home. The mom and I talked ahead of time, and we kn...

September 01, 2014 - I dig meeting seniors. They are on the brink of an incredible year, and are really figuring out who they are. Meeting th...

August 24, 2014 - Are your kids heading back to school tomorrow? Mine are. And they know- before they are delivered to their school, they...

August 19, 2014 - When you live on acreage with play-space, animals and freedom, it's hard to to focus on portraits. Which is just fine wi...

August 18, 2014 - To pay tribute to his dad who works in the City Building, we stayed close to the studio for these senior photos! He pull...

August 16, 2014 - I got another double dose of Seniorirtis last week- and I am not complaining! These young ladies were great sports and p...

August 07, 2014 - Sometimes these kids get notions in their heads to go far away from home after graduation. And parents aren't always as...

August 01, 2014 - I don't get to do engagement photos often since I don't bill myself as a wedding photographer, and often those are packa...

July 31, 2014 - I recently got a double dose of Senioritis! TWINS! Between strong winds and rain clouds, we took the opportunity to snap...

July 24, 2014 - A tired mommy brought her newborn daughter to see me today. I am so glad we worked something into the schedule before I...

July 11, 2014 - It's always fun to catch up with previous clients. Especially as they grow up... Even if that means into adulthood.:) I...

June 30, 2014 - I don't need any medication for this affliction! Senioritis has got me again this year!:) I so love photographing young...

June 25, 2014 - Mom didn't think her daughter looked so different since her last shoot. To me she looks more "awake" and present. She's...

June 24, 2014 - This family was back in town for a wedding. I was honored that they thought to schedule a session during their visit. Th...

June 10, 2014 - For over twenty years, there has been a man "in charge" of my beloved summer camp Dainava. He has been meeting with insp...

June 02, 2014 - This past weekend my family and I were photographed by a fab up & coming photographer who hails from the Grand Rapids ar...

May 31, 2014 - Being part of someone's life journey is such an honor. And SO MUCH FUN! This couple is expecting their first baby in jus...

May 27, 2014 - In case we've not met, my name is lidija. (Pronounced lydia) I don't capitalize my "L" because I admired ee cummings in...

May 23, 2014 - This past year, my senior rep at J-High helped spread the word about me. Tonight he graduates as a J-High Valedictorian!...

May 20, 2014 - I often show up to a shoot not having seen the location, whether in someone's home or being invited to a different town...

May 15, 2014 - I love to get the call that someone needs a publicity photo because they are being honored, featured, published or apply...

May 13, 2014 - Who says that just because the kids are all grown up, that it's time to stop having portraits done? Of course, when ther...

May 13, 2014 - Sunday I drove over for a surprise family photo shoot. The "children" surprised their parents with a photo shoot to hono...

May 12, 2014 - Many people seeking a photographer get caught up with the end product and artistry of great images, and while that is wh...

May 11, 2014 - Finally, a fabulous night for a prom!! For the first time in my experience, it was a beautiful night for prom photos! Ho...

May 09, 2014 - Possibly the most insulting statement (photographically) said was at a show where I had my work on display. An observer...

May 08, 2014 - Friday night was Prom Night! And it rained. I got the opportunity to be the "backdrop" photographer for Lumen Christi's...

May 02, 2014 - One of my LAF Lines regulars, whom I have been photographing since the womb is now a big brother! He showed me today jus...

April 30, 2014 - I was thrilled that the owner of Salon Rushelle wanted to take advantage of my recent headshot promotion. I got to hang...

April 21, 2014 - This past weekend I caught up with this adorable family as they celebrated a first and fourth birthday. It's amazing wha...

April 14, 2014 - I don't think we realize how much love goes into the simplest of moments when caring for a little nugget. This weekend I...

March 23, 2014 - As I am the mother to boys, I don't know that I would have had the opportunity I got last night, if it weren't for my ph...

March 08, 2014 - A LAF Lines regular asked to be my first in-studio shoot. The space isn't quite ready, but there's a baby on the way- so...

February 27, 2014 - When people find out I am a photographer, they typically ask if I have a studio space. I have always answered like an aw...

February 12, 2014 - Today I had the opportunity to shoot a professional who wants some nice photos for her social media (and possibly websit...

February 09, 2014 - I love a good sleep. Especially in winter. But I sacrificed a bit of it this morning to meet up with my camera club frie...

January 27, 2014 - I am not crafty. I cannot cut in a straight line, even with a guide. My hands cannot create what my mind's eye sees. But...

December 26, 2013 - The day after Christmas I met with this family to capture some wintry photos. The session was a gift from the kids, as t...

December 08, 2013 - Today I got to visit with a friend from my ole high school days. She is busy raising three girls (and a puppy to boot)....

December 03, 2013 - I took my Thanksgiving break very seriously and am way behind in blogging! It felt good to take a few days off. I was, h...

November 23, 2013 - Just when I thought all the seniors were hibernating for the winter, I got one more call. We met up at the beautiful Jac...

November 12, 2013 - Today was a great date for a wedding! 11-12-13. The couple i met up with after their exchange of vows shouldn't have any...

November 04, 2013 - Sunday morning i met up with this family to snap up some photos in Downtown Jackson. There are some amazing textures and...

October 27, 2013 - My grandparents were immigrants, and literally only brought over their young family. Before my grandmother passed away w...

October 26, 2013 - The sun poked out for Saturday's second shoot! It was actually okay to shed coats for a few minutes at a time to snap a...

October 26, 2013 - If you haven't gathered from my blogs yet, my style is to kind of pose people, and then just snap up what happens. Posin...

October 20, 2013 - It's that beautiful time of year again! Families are seeking those perfect fall portraits. The colors are in bloom, the...

October 15, 2013 - This past weekend i drove out to Tecumseh with CLIQUE, my camera club of choice to snap a few photos while riding on the...

October 13, 2013 - Saturday i met another of Jackson's seniors. She chose to have her photographs taken on the property where she grew up....

October 12, 2013 - Catching up with this busy family of six is no easy trick! But we found some time to meet up at a perfect and significan...

October 06, 2013 - i am a big fan of multi-generational photos. This morning, we beat the rain and i loved getting to snap up this family....

September 09, 2013 - This past weekend i had double the pleasure of getting to photograph two besties at once! It really worked out great, be...

September 09, 2013 - This past weekend i had double the pleasure of getting to photograph two besties at once! It really worked out great, be...

September 09, 2013 - Saturday... In the park... i think it was the seventh of September. {Anyone know that song?} i met up with this fam at t...

September 03, 2013 - Labor Day i swung by to snap a few photos of these kids enjoying the last of summer. As much as i think the little girl...

September 03, 2013 - As summer "officially" ends, marked by Labor Day, i got a chance to catch up with a little guy i have photographed since...

August 27, 2013 - This morning i got to catch up with a young lady i haven't seen in over two and a half years. She lives several states a...

August 25, 2013 - Typically when i wrap a shoot, my subjects offer up, "that was fun, actually." That's my goal. i try to make photo makin...

August 25, 2013 - Saturday i met up with this senior and after a few photos on campus, we headed to Loomis Park. i didn't know ahead of ti...

August 24, 2013 - If you hire me for your senior portraits, i will give you advice on your future major or career choice for free. Just as...

August 11, 2013 - As you may have noticed, i do not excel at nature photography. It's by choice. i like urban decay and irony and old worn...

August 10, 2013 - i love it when kids are funny, and the adults around them pick up on this. This morning's generational shoot had mom and...

August 10, 2013 - i am going to go out on a limb here and say that photographing wee ones in an open space is to their advantage. i am goi...

August 08, 2013 - This morning Senioritis continued at LAF Lines Photography! This senior has a natural musical talent that will hopefully...

August 05, 2013 - Today i got right back into the swing of work after a week "off." (i put that in quotes since i was volunteering as camp...

July 26, 2013 - This evening's shoot with was a hoot with this creative senior. He brought props and wardrobe and we had ourselves a gre...

July 22, 2013 - Sunday's client is on the ball! She had me snap a few photos for prospective Christmas Gifts while all cousins were gath...

July 22, 2013 - These cousins have been having a joint portrait session since they were 18 months. This year they turn five! They are so...

July 21, 2013 - Whilst i wait for photos to download and back them up from today's shoot, i thought i'd toss out my offerings from the J...

July 13, 2013 - I can't believe it's been over a month since I wrote a blog! OOPS! I guess I was taking summer vacation a little too ser...

June 04, 2013 - I drove home from today's shoot with a happy heart. I love to meet new families. I love to be part of their lives, even...

June 02, 2013 - This morning, I was excited to photograph a "new" (to LAF Lines) family. We had fun walking about Ella Sharp Park Campus...

June 02, 2013 - This morning I met up with this family and their trio of boys. I have two of my own, and thought I had my hands full! Bu...

May 29, 2013 - Hey Juniors! Meet Connor. If you aren't sure who to hire for your senior portraits, ask Connor what he thinks of LAF Lin...

May 18, 2013 - Today i met up with this casual fam. for some backyard portraits. i have been photographing this little guy since he was...

May 17, 2013 - This morning, Ella Sharp Park leant itself so beautifully as a backdrop for Andi Wynn's headshot portraits. Andi is a mu...

May 15, 2013 - As a curious citizen of the world, i seem to get myself into fascinating situations. i can remember my mom on several oc...

April 27, 2013 - I declared 2013 the year to try new things. Today I added a wedding to the mix. I was really nervous. I have photographe...

April 01, 2013 - Though not tropical, and certainly not warm, I ventured out with my boys today to kick off spring break. We went explori...