Mortvedt Photography

You’ve seen this beautiful crew in my updates year after year, and last year gave us one of those sessions you just don’t forget. The evening light was absolutely gorgeous, and paired with these amazing smiles, it turned into another unforgettable family session.

One of the things I love most about photographing families over time is getting to see not only how they grow, but how I’ve grown too. I truly feel like my photography has evolved alongside this family, and I’m so grateful they’ve trusted me to capture their memories through so many seasons of life.

One of the sweetest full-circle moments, when a former student is someone so incredible that you trust her with your own little ones… and years later, you get to return the favor by capturing updated family photos for her.

This session took place on the most beautiful day and was such a special reminder that family photos don’t stop when kids grow up. In fact, those moments may become even more meaningful with time.

Getting to witness these seasons of life and reconnect with people in new chapters is one of the greatest gifts of what I do. It also gave me a glimpse into my own future and reminded me that I’ll absolutely still want family photos when my kids are grown.

Here’s another amazing mama I’m so grateful to have met, what started as one photo session turned into years of capturing memories together.

This family is always so kind, patient, and full of smiles, and every time we get together it feels easy and fun. One of the greatest gifts of this job is creating relationships that grow alongside the families I photograph.

I’m so thankful they continue to trust me with their memories, and I already can’t wait to see them again for our next session!

First, can we take a moment to appreciate the amazing color coordination this family pulled off?! They absolutely nailed it!

But what makes these sessions even more special is the effort behind them. Over the years, this crew has coordinated schedules, travel, dates, and outfits to make sure everyone could be together and update their family photos and that commitment to preserving memories is so meaningful.

I’m incredibly honored that this extended family and friends have trusted me to capture their story for so many years. There’s something so special about looking back and seeing how each season changes while keeping those connections front and center.

Will I drive out of town to capture a senior session for a friend? HECK YES!

We had such a great time exploring the countryside and creating photos that reflected this senior’s personality, interests, favorite places, and the memories that make this season so special.

That’s one of my favorite things about senior sessions, they should feel personal to you. Whether that means your hometown, a meaningful location, your hobbies, or places that tell your story, I love creating a session that captures more than just how this season looked… but what it felt like.

Your senior year only happens once, let’s make it uniquely yours.

Did you know my family is blessed with the very best neighbors? ❤️ This sweet family has always treated my kids like their own and welcomed us with so much kindness over the years.

One of my favorite parts of going back through these sessions and updating these posts is getting to see just how much these little guys have grown. It’s such a beautiful reminder of why family photos matter, because the seasons change faster than we realize, and these memories become more meaningful every year.

And with this post, we officially wrap up my 2024 sessions! Thank you to every family who trusted me to capture your moments this year. I can’t wait to keep sharing and reliving all of the memories from 2025 next! 📸

When friends become family, you make sure to capture every season together, and this crew definitely holds a permanent piece of my heart. ❤️ I just adore these cuties and always love getting to photograph them.

I know I often share the more posed and smiley images, but some of my favorite moments are the unexpected ones, the laughter, the silliness, the little in-between moments that show everyone exactly as they are.

So if you’re worried your family session has to be perfectly posed, don’t be. We’ll absolutely get those classic photos, but I’ll also capture the fun, candid moments that often end up becoming the favorites for years to come. ✨

Family photos aren’t just for the years when the kids are little, your big “kids” deserve to have these moments captured too. Every season of life matters, and those memories only become more meaningful with time.

I’m so grateful this mom reached out years ago and trusted me to capture their family through the years. It has been such a joy watching the boys grow and documenting each new chapter along the way.

No matter your children’s ages, it’s never too late to update your family photos and preserve this season exactly as it is. I can only hope I get to keep capturing these memories for them well into adulthood.

One of the things I love most about photographing families year after year is watching kids grow comfortable and confident in front of the camera. When family photos become part of your story, they stop feeling like a chore and start feeling familiar, and even fun!

This young man is the perfect example. He always shows up with the best attitude, the biggest smile, and these days he even brings his own ideas to our sessions, which I absolutely love.

Getting to watch families grow and capture each season along the way is such a gift, and I never take for granted being chosen to preserve these memories. I feel so lucky to be part of their story year after year.