Magnolia May Studios

12/05/2025

"what crazy photographer is going to want to photograph 22 people last minute right around a holiday?"

Hi. It's me. That crazy photographer! 😅

This family was the absolute sweetest and so wonderful to work with! I am so honored that I got to help capture this family all together like this. 🥰

( ignore the poor quality on facebook, this was a particularly large file to work with and facebook doesn't like that)

11/20/2025

Woke up this morning and had an impromptu photo session with my dog. I definitely didn't almost miss my daughters bus this morning because of this. 🙃

This is Luna, one of the biggest reasons why editing takes me longer. She thinks she's my assistant and making sure I take frequent breaks, but who's going to tell her that I don't need 15 snuggle breaks in an hour?

11/16/2025

If you got to see Kara's amazing pet portraits at the art show, you wouldn't hesitate to join this event! She's talented as all get out and as sweet as pie! So grab your favorite wine, a close friend and come on down to the studio to paint a portrait of your special fur baby (or feather baby!)

All supplies are included and she traces your pets portrait onto the canvas for you, so no experience is necessary, great for beginners!

11/16/2025

I am so grateful for everyone who was involved in making this art show another success. Getting to know new artists and stories behind thier work has been incredibly touching. Also shout out to Justin from FLYT Productions for this amazing video!

11/07/2025

Snug as a bug on a blanket....or however that saying goes.

11/03/2025

Fall season needs to be longer...I'm sure going to miss these warm colors while we have them. Before we know it, snow will be on the way 🥶😩

10/29/2025

I wanted to take a moment to share a friend of mines page. I know this isn't photography related or anything but I know there are a lot of people struggling right now. With snap benefits being withheld, local food banks are dealing with extra strain.

Sarah is donating her time and efforts to cook meals for families in need. It is 100% reliant on generous donations of supplies and ingredients. If you visit her page, you will find a link to an amazon wish list. If you find yourself willing and able to donate, it is appreciated beyond words.

If you do donate- please send me a message, I will be offering session discounts that match your donations.

My mission is to cook homemade meals for families in need here in Lake County. All meals are free, and supported through generous donations of ingredients or supplies. With your help , we can nourish the community.

10/28/2025

Stacy+John

What a fun session! You could hardly even tell they were being attacked by midges 😂

10/22/2025

Please share the word about the Art Show or we will be forced to make more stupid videos

📆 11/15
⏰1-5 pm
📍Magnolia May Studios

Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YsBoi3sF2/?mibextid=wwXIfret

09/30/2025

❗️ Important Announcement ❗️

With a HEAVY amount of consideration I have decided that come February, I will not be renewing my lease at the studio.

WHAT THIS MEANS: I WILL still be taking on clients, however, spots will be limited and locations will vary. I will still have a client wardrobe to offer my maternity clients as well.

I don't want to look at this as a goodbye or the end of anything, but a new chapter. So to say thank you to all that have supported me along THIS beautiful, sometimes stressful, chaotic and wonderful experience I'd like to offer the following:

✨ 📸 ✨Book this week (until Oct 6th) → $150 off a studio session

✨ 📸 ✨ Book anytime after → $100 off any session (this includes on location)

Let’s make these last months in this space something to remember!

and again thank you all to those who believed in me, you have no idea how much your faith and support has meant to me.