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Eugene, Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Bohdynn!
My last newborn session of 2025 was with one of my favorite families. This is the third baby I have photographed for Jesika and Mike and it is such a beautiful experience every time. They make the most adorable children! It was so fun to have this couple back in my Eugene, Oregon studio. I love reconnecting with my families and it’s such a privilege to watch them grow and to be there for some of the most important moments of their lives. Best Friends It was especially fun to
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Eugene OR Studio Photoshoots for High School Seniors | Jackson's Senior Session
Who would have thought that after photographing mostly newborns the last 14 years, I would enjoy working with teenagers so much? This senior session with Jackson was the perfect way to close out 2025—looking to the future with confidence and intention. His look says it all! Jackson came to my Eugene Oregon portrait studio for a Petite Senior session. These streamlined sessions include just a single backdrop and one outfit. But as you can see, we can still play with the look a
May 22


Eugene Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Mayari!
I’ve been so excited to meet this baby girl ever since I did her parents’ maternity sessions (one at a local rose garden and one in my studio here in Eugene, Oregon). It was wonderful to see Jessica and Nino again and to document this exciting next chapter of their family’s story: the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Mayari! Mayari really was absolutely gorgeous, with a full head of dark hair and the sweetest little face. Mom and Dad wanted pinks and purples so we picked
May 8


Eugene Oregon Maternity Photographer: Studio Session with Amanda and Nathan
Such a beautiful studio maternity session with this stunning mama-to-be! Pregnancy has a power all its own, and she wears it with the kind of grace that feels iconic. She was absolutely glowing in these images! Amanda and Nathan were hoping for an outdoor session, but November in Oregon is a little unpredictable. Sometimes the weather is gorgeous, and sometimes it’s more…wet and drippy. We were hoping for some late-autumn sunshine but the weather was not on our side. On the d
Apr 24
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