When you've known a family for almost 20 years, a photo session feels less like work and more like hanging out with friends who happen to look great in front of a camera.

The Kass family session at Queen Creek Wash had everything—beautiful November light, natural desert landscape, and a family that genuinely enjoys being together.

Three generations of family met at San Tan Regional Park for sunset photos. Desert backdrop, golden hour light, and a whole lot of people.

The Kocmouds welcomed baby Avery in July, and their in-home session was pure joy. Addie's infectious smile, Mallory's laughter, and a family that loves being together.

The Heaton family brought serious urban style to their downtown Phoenix session. Graffiti walls, bright morning light, and four girls who showed up dressed for the occasion.

The Fitzsimmons welcomed baby Calvin in the spring, and I got to document their first days as a family of three (plus two French frenchies). Sweet, intimate, perfect.

The Kleppers welcomed baby Jude in March, and their in-home session had all the energy. Two toddlers, one newborn, and the most patient parents I know.

Ten years of shooting the same family and they still manage to crack me up. The Batoons brought all the fun vibes to their fall session at Agritopia.

Six people, fall leaves everywhere, and the kind of energy that only comes from kids who are 100% done sitting still. Fall colors, energetic kids, and that perfect late afternoon light made for a fun session.

A Gilbert family photography session at Agritopia Orchard with the Klepper family, capturing playful moments with toddlers, fall trees, and golden sunset light.

Photographing three kids is never predictable—but when friends from church trust you, you get after it! The Andersons brought all the cuteness!

I loved capturing Kinsley's newborn session at her Gilbert home! My friends welcomed their first daughter, and documenting these precious early days was such an honor for me.

The Draper family at San Tan Mountains celebrating baby number five on the way. Fall sunset, four kids full of energy, and Ashleigh glowing with anticipation!

Annual fall sessions with the Davis family never disappoint. Two kids, golden hour light, and all the chaos in the best way.

I’ve photographed the Green family for nearly a decade. This fall session at Mesa Arts Center was their last in Arizona before moving to Oklahoma, and it was perfect.

The Kronwald family gathered for sunset photos in Chandler—19 people, three generations, and so much laughter. David and Ann's four kids and ten grandkids, all together.

Josh and Aubrey's family session at downtown Phoenix Roosevelt Row. Four boys, graffiti walls, and Aubrey keeping up with all that energy like the gem she is.