There is something uniquely meaningful about documenting the chapters that unfold over time. The years when your kids still reach for your hand. The summer evenings at the lake. The ordinary routines that somehow become the memories you miss most.

For me, portrait photography has never been about perfect outfits or posed smiles. It is about preserving this season honestly and beautifully, with all the movement, tenderness, chaos, and connection that make it yours.

Celebrating Connection Over Perfection

A Traverse CIty Family & portrait photography experience

Portrait sessions that feel like real life, only beautifully preserved.

Of course, we’ll make time for the classic portraits. The ones where everyone is looking, smiling, and together.

But the photographs that tend to mean the most are often the ones in between. Your child’s hand in yours. The belly laughs. The sandy feet. The way this season feels before it changes again.

My hope is that your session feels relaxed, playful, and true to your family, so the images become more than something pretty to frame. They become a record of who you were together in this exact chapter.

Get ready to have some fun!

"We loved our family photos and time spent with Anna for our session! Anna did photos for our family of 18, which is no easy task. She managed to coral the kiddos for great pictures. We are very pleased with the quality of the pictures as well as our experience planning and communicating with her. Thanks, Anna!"

- Molly

"Anna has such an incredible eye for detail and is gifted in capturing genuine emotion; she knows how to perfectly evoke joy from her clients and capture it in an elevated way. Once you get your photos, you’ll want to frame them. You’ll step back and think, “ Wow, look at all that love!” Whether you are looking for a wedding photographer, family photographer or just someone to capture a special season for you- you can trust that Anna will honor your moment and help capture your journey in the most beautiful way!"

- Emily

"Anna is wonderful! We had such a fun time, even with a testy 2 year old! she was patient and helped ease my stress with trying to get a toddler to cooperate. She sent our pictures to us so quickly, too, it was amazing! They turned out beautifully and I’m just so impressed that my child’s whine face looks like an actual smile! So if you have a toddler and want family pictures, Anna is your girl! Can’t thank her enough for these photos to cherish!"

- Sarah

"We’ve consulted with Anna for our yearly family photos since 2020, after our oldest turned 1. Since then Anna has captured our family so easily. Our sessions are so thought out and comfort able. The kids are growing up quickly and love the freedom of running on the beach, climbing trees and being silly. Anna captures these everyday glimpses of our family and we are so thankful."

- Elizabeth

"Anna is the best of the best! Her photos are artistic and unique! She was patient with our crazy family and busy kiddos. Anna loves what she does and it shows in her work!! I promise you will not be disappointed!"

- Holly

"Anna has photographed our family over the years from our engagement to maternity to now our family of 5 and every time I am floored!! The session always feels so comfortable and relaxed and then the images are beautiful and beyond what I could hope for. She makes the process so enjoyable, her turn around time is amazingly fast and her editing style is so bright and real. Our photos are cherished every year. Thank you Anna!!!! I could not give a better recommendation. If you’re looking for someone to capture beautiful family moments, she’s your girl."

- Heather

"Holy cow- the photos Anna Beth took of my husband and I are now cherished heirlooms. She was THE best to work with, made us feel so confident and comfortable, and we legit wanted to hang out with her because she seemed like such a cool person! Literally my Google profile picture is some of her work."

- Whitney

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I would describe my portrait work as documentary-inspired, warm, natural, and timeless. I’m drawn to real connection, honest emotion, and images that feel elevated without feeling overly posed. My goal is to create photographs that still feel like you years from now.

Sessions typically range in length from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the session type and specific circumstances.

For family reunions, I also offer longer sessions to capture all the fun!

Full session galleries are available for viewing two to four weeks after the event.

Great question! Choosing outfits (especially for a large family) can be tough! So for that reason, I’ve put together a Style Guide that I send to all of my portrait clients.

You betcha! All sessions require a 50% deposit at booking, and the remaining amount is due 30 days prior to the session date.

I'm not joking when I say that everyone says this. So first, know that you are not alone in how you're feeling.

And second, know that I have a lot of experience in photographing couples and families and will guide you every step of the way. Over the years, I've learned many little tricks to help you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.

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