thistle + weeds photography

06/08/2026

you & me together.

06/05/2026

these deserved a spot on the feed. 🥹🖤

05/31/2026

mood-d: unbothered. 🛁🐮💅🏼

Notforgotten Farm

05/16/2026

very thankful jacob saw my vision and rolled with it 🤎

the outcome…
so. dang. worth. it.

these two celebrated their anniversary with a photoshoot and it’s giving modern day the notebook vibes in the BEST way.

wind in her dress. moody skies. forehead kisses. all the soft, nostalgic love.

i’m OBSESSED.

05/06/2026

brady is THREE 🥹🤎

i’ve been photographing him since he was just one month old… and somehow we’re here already.
they really weren’t kidding when they said time flies—
especially watching your clients’ babies grow up right in front of you.

studio/
Studio In Dayton
Davis Linden Building

posing box/
Bloom & Craft Co.

04/29/2026

introducing mr. + mrs. moster. 🖤

04/28/2026

COWS AND CURLERS 🐮🧼🫧
📍 new carlisle Notforgotten Farm
📅 5/30

available times:
4:30
4:45
5:00 TAKEN
5:15 TAKEN

6:00 TAKEN
6:15
6:30 TAKEN
6:45 TAKEN

$125 — full gallery included 🐮
new bookings only — no prepaid sessions

perfect for children, siblings, and motherhood sessions 🖤

payments must be made asap to claim — these will likely go fast!!

payment methods:
venmo: -vandam
cash app: $meganvandamm
apple + zelle: 937-952-9671
no afterpay this round

please comment your preferred time + a good email to book!
if payment isn’t made, your spot will reopen. up.

04/17/2026

DISCOUNT DISCOUNT DISCOUNT

remaining spots for 4/18 are discounted!
use code MAMA50 at check out to save!! 🪻💐

MOTHERHOOD MINIS 🖤

my most popular session type… like ever. and for good reason. these are simple, heartfelt moments focused on the connection between you and your babies — whether they’re brand new or all grown up.

since it’s april and we all know how ohio weather can be, these will be indoors to protect us from those april showers while still giving you that soft, cozy motherhood feel.

session details:
• 15 minute session
• 25+ edited images included
• indoor studio setting
• perfect for moms, kids, grandmas, maternity, or just you and your babies

price: $125
• $50 non-refundable retainer due to book
• remaining balance due at session

i can’t wait to capture these moments for you 🖤

03/19/2026

the start of mother’s day promos 🤍
booking opens in the next couple days!

this set has lived in my head for so long… every little detail, every texture, every feeling. bringing it to life has been the sweetest process and i’m honestly just so proud of how it turned out 🥹 better yet it’s full of my besties wedding florals! even more special.

i cannot wait to fill this space with your motherhood moments.

more to follow! 🖤

01/28/2026

Megan won’t post this, so we are. 🩷

The Thistle + Weeds behind-the-scenes girls wanted to share this meal train to help take care of Megan during a really big week.

A very sweet client of hers put this together as Megan is having major surgery this week, which means several weeks off work for recovery. On top of that, Jacob will be missing work to help care for her. As many of you know, Megan runs this business while also wrangling two very busy little kids every day, and recovery won’t pause the needs of motherhood or everyday life.

If you’re able to help in any way, we know it would mean the world to her. If donating isn’t possible, sharing this post is just as helpful. 🫶🏼

Megan gives so much of herself to others, her clients, her community, and her friends. Let’s love on her a little extra right now.

And P.S. if you like waffles 👀 there’s also a waffle happening in her VIP group with lots of fun things to win and receive.

Megan, if you see this, sorry. We love you. 🤍

Megan is *(finally!)* having the life-changing surgery that was postponed last summer. Let’s come together and show her just how much we appreciate all that she does. From offering accessible pricing, to rescheduling day-of, to providing major holiday photo bundles, to getting our kids to smile in...