linzer cookies, gingerbread cookies, candied orange peel, cut out cookies, and peanut butter blossoms sitting on platter with christmas greenery and twinkle lights

My Top 5 Favorite Christmas Treats I Make Every Year!

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

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Why Mini Sessions Are Perfect for Busy Ann Arbor Families!

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

Family Traditions and Why it’s Important to Capture Them in Photos

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

Fern and Pine in Dexter, Michigan is a Perfect Spot for Family Photos

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

5 Questions to Ask a Photographer Before Hiring Them for Your Family Photos

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5 Tips for Staying Warm During Your Outdoor Photoshoot

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

5 Tips for Deciding What to Wear to Your Photo Session

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

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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