Winter is a season that holds a special place in our hearts. As the snowflakes gently fall from the sky, they have a whimsical way of turning ordinary moments into magical memories. One of the most captivating ways to capture these moments is through snowy family photos.

There is a certain magic that comes with capturing the raw moments of everyday life. I have always been drawn to the idea of immersing myself in the intimate spaces of people’s homes, observing their connections, and telling the story of their family dynamic. It is a way of capturing the true essence of motherhood, of bringing out the beauty in the mundane, and of freezing time in the most honest and authentic way possible.

In this cozy, in-home session with the Schleiffarth family, we had a blast capturing playful moments indoors. We got goofy, jumping off seats and having a family dog pile on the couch. It was all about capturing genuine connections and creating an honest portrayal of their family dynamic.

Everything about this has me pining for warm summer nights. The session itself took place just on the outskirts of West Plains, Missouri; right in their backyard. Let me tell you! This was the backyard of my dreams as a child! From the long grassy field to the treehouse with a swing; I was in heaven.

The Shultzes wanted the overall feel of the session to be carefree, silly, loving and to capture the general chaos of raising five incredible little humans;