First birthday photos & the whole crew
Turning one is such a huge milestone. In what feels like a blink, that tiny newborn becomes a curious, busy, personality-filled little human.
This sweet family chose to celebrate with outdoor portraits at Created By Me Photography, and they made sure to include one very important member of the family — their dog 🐾
A celebration of year one
First birthday sessions are about more than just the baby. They capture the parents who made it through that first year, the cuddles, the laughter, and the love that grew right alongside their little one.
There’s something really emotional about documenting this stage.
Don’t forget the furry sibling
Including the family dog always adds so much personality. Whether they’re sitting proudly next to baby or sneaking in kisses, those images end up being favorites every single time.
After all, pets are part of the story too. Created By Me Photography loves to photograph pets at all outside sessions.
Happy first birthday to this little one! What an amazing year it has been, and I can’t wait to see all the new adventures ahead.
Baby girl newborn session | purples, neutrals & green florals
We blended rich purples, soft neutrals, and touches of green florals to create a gallery that felt delicate, fresh, and timeless all at once.
The purples added that classic baby-girl sweetness.
The neutrals kept everything light and elegant.
And the greenery brought in a natural, organic feel.
Together? Absolute perfection.
Tiny details, forever memories
From her little fingers to her perfect lashes, these are the moments that change in the blink of an eye. Preserving them now means her family can hold onto this stage long after it’s gone.
If you are expecting and considering newborn portraits, contact Created By Me Photography to reserve your session. These early days pass quickly, but photographs last forever.
Senior Photos at the Outdoor Studio | Minnesota Senior Photographer
There’s something about senior year that deserves to feel big. It’s the closing of one chapter and the start of another, and photos should capture both who they are right now and where they’re headed next.
At Created By Me Photography’s outdoor studio, we get the perfect mix of natural light, open space, and relaxed movement to let seniors show their personality.
Why I love black & white
As much as I adore color, black and white portraits are sometimes my favorite for senior sessions.
They’re classic.
They’re bold.
They remove distractions and bring all the focus to expression and emotion.
Suddenly the image feels timeless — something parents love just as much as seniors do.
Personality still shines
Even without color, nothing gets lost. The laughs, serious looks, confidence, and excitement for the future all come through in a powerful way.
Black and white images often become the ones families print large or keep forever.
Senior sessions at the outdoor studio always give us variety, but adding a few monochrome favorites into the gallery creates that perfect finishing touch 🖤
I can’t wait to see where this next chapter leads.
One of the best parts about photographing seniors at Created By Me Photography is the variety we can create without ever leaving the property.
Our outdoor studio is full of character, texture, and natural beauty — which means your gallery ends up looking like multiple locations in one session.
Here’s just a peek at what we can use:
✨ vintage old trucks
✨ charming bridges
✨ long grasses that glow at sunset
✨ winding walking paths
✨ mature trees
✨ the greenhouse
✨ small rustic buildings
✨ unique props tucked throughout
✨ seasonal wildflowers
✨ a tulip patch when in bloom 🌷
Whether you want something playful, romantic, cozy, or classic, there’s a spot that fits your vision perfectly.
It’s private, peaceful, and built specifically to give you beautiful, timeless portraits every time
Y Family Fall Photos | Minnesota Family Photographer
There is something extra special about fall sessions — the color, the cooler air, the way families naturally snuggle a little closer.
And it’s even sweeter when the people in front of my camera feel like old friends.
At Created By Me Photography, I’ve had the joy of photographing the Y family for years. Watching the kids grow, seeing personalities change, and catching up each season is one of my favorite parts of this job.
The gift of returning families
Long-term clients are such a blessing. It means they trust me with their memories again and again, and that my photographs have become part of their story.
There is no greater compliment 🤍
Fall fits them perfectly
Between the golden light and rich colors, this session had everything — laughter, connection, and those natural moments that can’t be posed.
Exactly the kind of gallery families treasure most.
I already look forward to the next time I get to see the Y family in front of my camera. Thank you for continuing to come back and grow with me year after year
Two Year Milestone Photos with Confetti | Osseo MN Photographer
Two-year-olds are wonderfully unpredictable, and that is part of the magic of photographing them. They are curious, busy, full of opinions, and not always interested in smiling on command.
For this sweet milestone session, we let personality lead the way. We played, we explored, and when we needed a little extra sparkle… we brought out the confetti. Sometimes that tiny burst of fun is all it takes to turn serious concentration into the biggest, happiest grin.
I love sessions at this age because the expressions are so real. The giggles, the determined looks, the quick little movements—they capture exactly who your child is right now. In a year, they will look different. In five years, you will wonder how they were ever this small.
Thank you for trusting Created by Me Photography to celebrate this big milestone. Watching these little ones grow from babies into toddlers is one of the greatest honors of my job.
If your child has a birthday coming up, milestone sessions are the perfect way to freeze this fleeting stage (and yes, I always keep confetti nearby just in case!).
Senior Athlete | MN Senior Photographer
Senior year is about celebrating everything that made you who you are, and this session did exactly that.
This amazing senior met us at Created By Me Photography’s outdoor studio and brought along such an important part of her story — athletics. From hockey to football to track, each sport represents years of hard work, commitment, and memories she’ll carry long after graduation.
Showing every side of her
We captured strong athlete moments, confident portraits, and relaxed images that showed her personality beyond the uniform. I love when seniors choose to include the activities that shaped their high school experience because it makes the gallery truly personal.
Why the outdoor studio works so well
The open space and natural light give us so much flexibility. We can create bold sports images and then turn right around and photograph softer, classic portraits all in one session.
It’s the perfect mix.
Senior sessions should feel like you — your interests, your energy, your future. This one checked every box, and I’m so excited for everything ahead of her 🤍
No credits needed.
No borrowed ideas.
All YOU.
One of the best parts about photographing seniors at Created By Me Photography is the variety we can create without ever leaving the property.
Our outdoor studio is full of character, texture, and natural beauty — which means your gallery ends up looking like multiple locations in one session.
Here’s just a peek at what we can use:
✨ vintage old trucks
✨ charming bridges
✨ long grasses that glow at sunset
✨ winding walking paths
✨ mature trees
✨ the greenhouse
✨ small rustic buildings
✨ unique props tucked throughout
✨ seasonal wildflowers
✨ a tulip patch when in bloom 🌷
Whether you want something playful, romantic, cozy, or classic, there’s a spot that fits your vision perfectly.
It’s private, peaceful, and built specifically to give you beautiful, timeless portraits every time
Everyone together | Large family session in Isanti
Getting the whole family in one place at the same time is no small task. Coordinating schedules, travel, kids, naps — it can feel impossible.
Which is exactly why sessions like this matter so much.
This beautiful group gathered while everyone was in town and met us at the outdoor studio at Created By Me Photography in Isanti, Minnesota. Children, grandchildren, parents and even the dog — all together, all in the same frame.
More than just a photo
Large or extended family sessions are truly a gift. They freeze a moment in time that can never quite be recreated again.
The little cousins who play together.
The grandparents surrounded by their people.
The way everyone fits right now in this season of life.
Years from now, these images will only grow in value.
Space to move, room to connect
The outdoor studio is perfect for big groups. We have beautiful scenery, open areas, and plenty of spots that allow us to capture both the full family portraits and the smaller breakouts — each individual family, grandparents with grandkids, siblings, and more.
It creates a gallery filled with variety and meaning.
A memory that lasts
What I love most is knowing these portraits will be printed, framed, shared, and passed down. They become part of the family history.
If you are interested in a large family session, reach out! We only are able to fit in a selected amount of large group sessions a year.
Baby girl makes six | Newborn session in the Osseo studio
There is something incredibly special about welcoming a brand new baby — and this sweet girl officially made family member number six.
She came to see us at Created By Me Photography in the Osseo studio, and from the moment she settled in, she was pure perfection.
For her session, we styled everything in soft pinks and whites. The light, airy tones keep the focus on her tiny features and create portraits that will feel timeless for years to come.
Newborn sessions are always calm and baby-led. We allow plenty of time for snuggles, feedings, and soothing so everyone can relax and enjoy the experience.
Of course, some of the most meaningful images are the ones with family. One day she’ll be able to look back and see just how loved she was from the very beginning 🤍
Welcome to the world, little one. Your family loves you big, and I already can’t wait to watch you grow.
Family Portrait Session | Minnesota Family Photographer | legacy clients
Some sessions feel like catching up with old friends, and this one with the H family was exactly that.
At Created By Me Photography, I’ve had the privilege of watching these kids grow up year after year. From littles to big personalities, it is always amazing to see how much changes — and somehow at the same time, how much stays the same.
From wedding day to now
One of the things that makes this family extra special to me is that I also had the honor of photographing mom and dad’s wedding. Getting to continue telling their story as their family grows is something I never take lightly.
It’s more than booking a session.
It’s being invited back into someone’s life again and again.
Why long-term clients mean so much
Families like the H family are constant reminders that photographs become part of people’s histories. They hang on walls, fill albums, get shared with grandparents, and are looked back on for decades.
Knowing my work holds that place is something I’m incredibly grateful for 🤍
I already can’t wait for the next time they are in front of my camera. Watching families grow is truly one of the best parts of what I get to do.
See you again soon, H family ✨
Baby boy in the Osseo studio
Soft, simple, timeless
We kept the styling neutral and cozy so the focus stayed right where it belongs — on him. Clean tones, gentle textures, and natural posing create portraits that will never go out of style.
Years from now, these images will still feel just as beautiful.
If you’re expecting, reserving your newborn session during pregnancy is the best way to make sure we have space for you once your little one arrives.
These early days pass quickly — but photographs let you hold onto them forever.
