The Deforest family is a sweet family that I took pictures with at The Fields of Michigan. For this mini Christmas family session, we took images on a festive and cozy glamping set. We also took some images in the forest and with a truck. The Deforest family is so photogenic, and I love the colors ... READ the POST
Mini Christmas Sessions at The Fields of Michigan
I recently had the opportunity to shoot some mini Christmas sessions at The Fields of Michigan. I am so thankful that I met this lovely human several years ago. Here's how she tells the story: "As a single mom, I just wanted nice pictures of my kids around Christmas time. I called Valerie, and ... READ the POST
Giveaway Winner: Sydney
I have had so much fun doing giveaways this summer. I do giveaways for two reasons. The first reason I do giveaways is to be kind and pay it forward. It's a nice gesture. Think about how many times this summer you paid it forward or just did something to be kind to someone you didn’t even ... READ the POST
Earthy Senior Session: Jenna
This was a very earthy and magical senior session. And the gorgeous earthy colors and forest backdrop of this session is very fitting for Jenna, because she was actually a part of environmental club in high school. Jenna recently graduated from Gull Lake High School. In the future, she wants to ... READ the POST
Model Behavior
Gabby was a natural model in front of my camera. I totally get her. She didn't come to me originally for senior pics, because she felt she was too simple and didn't need them. But after she gave it a long, hard thought (and probably after the yearbook deadline) she thought she wanted to be in front ... READ the POST
Sunflowers and Sunshine
I think the most private messages I have ever received on Insta were from this set of pictures. EVERYONE wanted to know where these sunflowers were. Sadly, it was private property and I had to get permission, so I cannot share the location with everyone. I wish I could, but if I did the owner would ... READ the POST
“I loved everything…”
I am so happy that I got my senior pictures done with Valerie Ott! When I was looking around for photographers I wasn’t really sure what exactly I was looking for, but when I saw Valerie’s gallery along with her reviews I knew that she was an excellent photographer. As I am someone who is not in ... READ the POST
Soft and Sweet Senior Session: Maya
Maya just graduated from Harper Creek High School. She describes herself as stylish, fun, and quiet. And in her free time, Maya plays soccer. In the future, Maya wants to be a psychiatrist. Someday, she also wants to travel to both Europe and South America. Boho Vibes This session ... READ the POST