It’s an exciting month here at Life Remembered! I recently added flush mount albums to my A La Carte Design offerings, and today I am pleased to announce that I am also expanding my design styles. From now on, you can choose between...
You may remember this little cutie from Olivia’s First Day! Here is a montage of Olivia’s official newborn photos, a birthday gift for her mother. The photos were taken by the awesome Hannah Voermans of Morning Light Photography in...
“Sure, you can do it yourself – but will you?” I remember seeing that sign at a craft fair years ago and thinking how effective it was. Etsy is packed with projects that many of us probably could put together if we tried. We are often...
I felt a certain amount of pressure to come up with a really amazing baby book for my daughter, considering my business. But when I finally sat down to do it (yes, even pros can procrastinate), I felt really creatively stuck. I found a set of digital...
Looking to create a special photo album for someone’s milestone birthday? Consider making it a tribute album by including letters from friends and family of the birthday person. The ability to smoothly incorporate text is one of the advantages that photo books...
My niece was born yesterday! Her name is Olivia Marie, and she is just precious. I made this montage as a surprise for her parents. Welcome, baby! Here is the story of your first day in this...
Today I want to talk about an interesting challenge in wedding album design – the incomplete set of photos. In this case, the bride (Kelly) had come down with stomach flu at the start of the reception … nightmare! So she was...
All photo books might seem the same to you if you’re just getting started with them. There are actually a few fundamental differences, though. Layflat pages is one. “Press printing” is another. Most people never even hear the...
Today’s post comes out of a conversation with one of my wedding album clients, who is trying to think ahead for a future baby book. She asked, “We basically take all pics with our iPhones these days, just because they are always handy. Are they going to...
Freelance photographers are in the business of taking photographs – unfortunately, “business” requires them to wear all sorts of other hats as well. They act as marketers, website designers, customer service reps, and distribution centers. For most,...
When I tell people about my business, the first question is often, “Wait, what is a photo book? Is it like a photo album?” The answer is, of course, “Yes and no.” A traditional photo album begins as a blank book, with sticky pages or clear...
I had a fantastic time working with Liz & Justin’s wedding photos. Their entire day was both chic and fun, starting with the amazing staircase during their First Look at the Westin. Their reception was held at Varsity Theater, one of the most unique venues...
Memories on your Coffee Table and Walls, Not Your Hard Drive
Welcome! I am a luxury baby & family photographer in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota. “Luxury” means face-to-face consultations, a beautiful studio, museum-quality products, and in-person ordering sessions where I hold your hand every step of the way. I even hang your portraits for you! Reach out to learn more about this experience.
