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Mankato, MN, Minnesota, United States
I am an adventure seeking cross between a Biker Chick & Sailing Beach Bum. Watch out for Mamma Bear because my family and friends mean the world to me! I love to wear high-heeled boots and flip-flops in the same day. Watching the sunset on a beach or sunrise over the mountains brings out my inner peace. The smell of Lilacs in the spring, sun shimmering on a calm lake in the summer and crisp afternoon air in October, makes living in MN tolerable, but I have to travel. People say that they can hear my laugh from across the room. I work until my eyes can’t be pried open with toothpicks or my body gives out, but play just as hard. I love meeting new people. A room full of strangers, truly are just a bunch of friends that I haven’t been blessed to meet yet. OH… and I say it like it is!

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Crested Butte Trip

Crested Butte, CO

I have a wonderful friend who moved to Colorado in 1996. She has made Crested Butte her home and anyone who visits can understand why. As the years have gone by, we have both gotten married and now we each have two beautiful children. When Jen comes to Mankato, I take images of her family. We have talked about the possibility of my coming out and doing the same for her friends out in her neck of the woods. So...This year we made it a reality. 


Even though this first year was a short trip, we think it was a definite success! I had the privilege to meet some great families and created some fun images along the way! Hopefully we can continue this as an annual event with my CO Crew. I certainly love it out there and the beauty of it all takes my breath away.  


Here are just a few of my favorite images from my Oct. CO Crew trip:
















































Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Autumn & Stan Teasers





Autumn and Stand were married on October 2, 2010 in West Saint Paul at the St. James Lutheran Church. The reception was held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Saint Paul.  I have known Autumn since she was a little girl and was one of my gymnasts. It is very bizarre to see her all grown up and married. I am blessed to have been able to partake in this special day. She has chosen a wonderful partner in life, as Stan is such a good guy! I promise to post more teasers soon! What a lovely couple and gorgeous day. 




Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Little Monkey going Bananas!

Angie brought in Lincoln's very first halloween costume for a part of his 9 month shoot. The Little Monkey was absolutely adorable! We even had bananas to boot! I'm glad that I happen to have a fake banana on hand for him to chew on and bang around. This was so fun. I love doing theme shoots! Thanks Angie for sharing your Little Monkey!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Melissa & Kelly Teasers





Melissa and Kelly were married at the Grand Lodge at Mulligan's in Sartell, MN.  This beautiful wedding took place on the patio at sunset. Kelly and Melissa didn't see each other until her father was walking her down the isle and the love in Kelly's face was unforgettable. Here are a few teasers with more to come!



Saturday, October 2, 2010

First Annual Imagine Calendar Winners!

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I am proud to announce the First Annual Imagine Calendar winners for the 2011 calendar year. This year we included the top 16 into the 12 month calendar. They will be open to the general public to purchase for $15 on November 20, 2010, with 100% of the proceeds going back to the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. You will be able to purchase them on both my website and Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota's. I am taking pre-orders as of today. Just contact Nissa @ www.idealphots.com.


I am also looking for vendors in the Mankato Area who would be willing to put them out as well or purchase as a gift for employees. Please contact Nissa for more information. Thank You for supporting the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. My goal is to help raise money in effort to gain a permanent site in Mankato for this much needed organization. Our Children deserve a close place where imagination at play can be cultivated.


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