Family of four stands in front of a flower stand facade surrounded by flowers at Rustic Wild Arrow in Brooklyn, Michigan

Why You Should Book a Family Photo Session at Least Once a Year

A young toddler girl sits between a large tree and a small concrete playhouse, smiling off camera with twinkle lights around

heart rock on path photo taken from above of mother and father standing on either side of the rock during maternity photos at Saginaw Forest in Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Young girl snuggles in dad's arms and smiles in a greenhouse decorated for Christmas

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Toddler boy laughs while playing in the snow on a bright day

Let them eat (Sweet Heather Anne’s) cake! And maybe smash it…

A beautiful cake by Sweet Heather Anne sits on a green milk glass stand with flowers and garden party decorations all around

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close up of one year old girl in red floral sun dress with blue flower headband walks across arched bridge holding mom and dad's hands and smiles at Gallup Park in Ann Arbor

Why I Love Apple Orchards for Autumn Family Photos in Michigan

Rustic Wild Arrow – The Best Kept Secret for Family Photos in Brooklyn, Michigan

Family of four stands in front of a flower stand facade surrounded by flowers at Rustic Wild Arrow in Brooklyn, Michigan

Your Ann Arbor, Michigan based photographer behind Emmy & Ollie Photography, mama to two littles Oliver & Violet, and lifelong partner to my husband Ryan. I'm here to share about my life, my photo journey, beautiful moments, and tips to help you have the best photo session!

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