Hidden Gem Photography by Jennifer Lange

Going into their session, I knew I wanted to take a more relaxed approach. Mom had sent me a few pictures of their home (and we're Facebook friends, so I've seen snippets of their lives previously) so I knew my previous go-to parent posing won't completely fit the entire bill, and I'm always wanting to stretch what my studio can do.

This was originally a dad only picture. I honestly don't remember giving her exact instructions because I wanted to capture how the family cozies up together.

Needless to say, I'm totally in love with this sweet picture (and obviously hope they are too)! Dad said this is how he snuggles baby at home, so I hope this is something they appreciate having for years to come.

Have you checked out their blog post? If not- you should! I'm so in love with the cozy warm feels.

I was having a good hair day this day until I stepped outside, and then everything went downhill- and quickly. The teenager was willing to help me get a few headshots, but my hair was having other ideas. I wasn't about to cancel because having a willing teen isn't always a thing around here, so I jumped at the opportunity to have her learn my craft. Despite the makeup melting because of the poofy hair making me SO hot, we had a great time. As they say, it's not the destination, but the journey getting there that makes the story.

Mom said they love nature and warm neutrals. I said "bet".

This little guy is on the blog with a session I hadn't even imagined when I built the studio out. But I am SO happy with how every single element of the session went.

Someday, sessions such as these will feel priceless. The only thing we can't produce more of it time, and no one ever regrets freezing this season to relive all their favorite parts of it.

Old friends, new babies, this journey is a beautiful one.

Incoming SENIOR parents: I'm looking for two seniors for A Year in the Life series.

If I've learned anything this past year with the girls going all the separate directions, it's that the newborn stage feels like a lifetime compared to how fast year over year is accelerating by. I can only imagine what next year for Gemma's 8th grade year will feel like.

I've got big plans for when Gemma is a senior, but frankly, I need a few things for this next year, so this is where you all come in.

A Year in the Life is a session each season: so this project needs to kick off in this next month, and will have another session late summer, fall, and winter. They will range from full experience to shorter sessions (because none of us are going to want to do a full on session in a foot of snow).

Don't have a senior? Sharing with someone you know would be super helpful!

We don't want to just document this season- we want to document it well. All the details that we don't want to forget about the first few weeks of motherhood matter now, and in the future. Have you gotten your baby on the calendar yet? I can't wait to snuggle your newest family member!

There's a reason every woman chooses to do a bo***ir session, but usually, the results far exceed expectations. Most do it for a gift for a significant other, while some are doing one for themselves. I've blogged about the "why" and the results- the "what" for a bo***ir session. The gorgeous lady in these pictures was a part of the latter- doing this for no one else but herself on a milestone birthday, and the results are stunning. Her shot list stretched my creative capabilities, but one of my favorite pictures I've ever taken is in the post- which one do you think it is?

"This session is a beautiful example of why a luxury, full-service custom newborn experience matters. Families focus on welcoming their new baby while I handle all the details. From planning to artwork installation the memories we create find a meaningful place in their home and their lives for decades to come. Most importantly, this fleeting, but so, so important chapter is told through portraits."

This sweet family is on the blog (catch them on the second page)!

What would make your photography experience a phenomenal one?

I'm always trying to level up for my clients, but it feels like I might be at a plateau. I'm open to hearing what would absolutely blow you away.

The photography industry very well may be in trouble with the advancement of AI. Every time you log in, a new profile picture is created with AI. It's here to stay. However, I've been SO MUCH more than just a session for almost six years now. I'm here to give my clients an experience, with artwork to enjoy for years to come. My hope is that HGP will continue to thrive despite the advances in this (admittedly) cool technology

So, if you have a favorite part of my process as a client, please share. If you think there's something that could be added to the experience, please tell!