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Laura Tjepkes Photography

Loves capturing priceless moments you will cherish forever. Weddings, family, children, maternity, n

04/02/2026

Curled up and sleeping, completely at peace, while mom, dad, and big sister stay close… already surrounding him with everything he’ll ever need.

Sioux Falls Newborn Photographer
Sioux Falls Motherhood Photographer

04/01/2026

I can’t believe we’ve already stepped into April.

This month marks the beginning of wedding season, the very first Bloom Event, and so many beautiful sessions ahead. The start of a full and meaningful busy season.

03/31/2026

Not only are florals getting ready to bloom, baby season is also.

Maternity portraits hold their own significance beauty. The waiting, anticipation and quiet growing connection between mother and baby.

With a baby boom arriving this spring and summer, it’s perfect time to plan your maternity session. They are best documented when you are 30-34 weeks along, allowing us to capture this season before baby arrives. This season is always worth remembering.

03/30/2026

These are the kind of images that stop me in my tracks every time I return to them. There’s a softness, an elegance, and a quiet confidence just before Christina steps into her wedding day.

03/27/2026

The very first newborn session in the studio… and it was everything I prayed and dreamed it would be.

The soft and most magical light poured in. A sweet baby boy nestled into his mother’s chest, with dad and big sister close by completely in awe of their new brother.

It felt unhurried and sacred in the best way. Watching this space hold their story so effortlessly and elegantly is exactly as I envisioned.

Seeing it all come to life for the very first time… it was everything I hoped for. I cannot wait to welcome so many more families into this space.

03/17/2026

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I’ve been looking back on these past months. I am especially grateful, and beyond lucky.

The last six months behind the scenes have been extremely busy bringing the studio to life and have stretched me in the best ways. Challenging at times, yet deeply rewarding in ways I can’t fully put into words.

I’m incredibly thankful for my brother and husband. They have been there every step of the way helping build and bring each vision to life with such care and attention to detail.

There has been so much heart and intention poured into this space. A place created for your stories to be told, no matter the season you’re in. And to my brides, I have something new in store for you, too. This space will serve as a beautiful home for so many different types of sessions.

I truly can’t wait for you to experience it.

03/16/2026

The Bloom Collection is officially LIVE! 🌿

The very first Bloom Collection Event is now open for booking.

This one-day spring portrait experience was created as an opportunity to pause for a moment, step into the frame, and preserve the season of life you’re in.

So often mothers are the ones capturing the memories, but rarely the ones in them. These sessions are designed to change that. Surrounded by soft spring florals and an airy studio setting, you’ll walk away with images that feel timeless, natural, and deeply meaningful.

This session is perfect for:
• Pregnancy announcements
• Mini milestone sessions
• Mothers with littles
• Mother & daughter portraits
• Generational portraits

Whether you're celebrating new life, documenting the everyday beauty of motherhood, or gathering the women in your family together, this experience was designed to honor those moments.

Spots are limited and will take place April 12th only.

Reserve your session here:
https://calendly.com/lauratjepkesphotography/2026-the-bloom-event

03/09/2026

Studio Update!!

This Wednesday the studio will officially be finished and I’ll be welcoming my very first newborn session into the space.

For the past several months, we have been working many long hours to bring this vision to life. It has truly been a labor of love, restoring and thoughtfully designing this 120-year-old building. Every detail has been intentionally planned to create a calm, beautiful place for families to step into and document the most meaningful seasons of their lives.

To celebrate this huge milestone, I’m offering a Studio Launch Special on ALL newborn packages with $50–$200 off depending on the collection. A small thank you for supporting this dream. Reach out to secure to due dates.

03/06/2026

Exciting News!

I am beyond thrilled to share our very first studio event:
The Bloom Event happening April 12th, 2026!

Something beautiful is blooming! It’s all about celebrating motherhood and childhood, no matter what season you’re currently in.

This experience is intentional, elegant, and effortless. My all-white studio will be transformed with several fresh floral arrangements and modern touches, creating the perfect backdrop to capture genuine connection, love, and intentional moments with your loved ones.

Due to it being a one day event spots are limited and will open March 15th at 7 PM.

Since this is our first Bloom Event, feel spread the word with friends who might want to join! Who’s planning on celebrating with me?

03/03/2026

The baby phase is raw in the most sacred way.

The softness of their skin.
The weight of them against your chest.
The tiniest details — the curve of an ear, wisps of hair along chubby cheeks, the way their hand instinctively finds comfort.

This season isn’t just a stage. It’s a story. A core memory being written slowly, day by day.

Even long after the fresh newborn wrinkles fade, you never want to forget what this felt like.

02/25/2026

Last spring with Kaitlyn and Connor. This engagement session had to be pushed back because of a spring storm, but it was so worth the wait. We found the most beautiful blooming trees that created the dreamiest, romantic backdrop for their photos.

Over the next month, I’ll be sharing and blogging more weddings, engagement sessions, and newborn sessions from this past year and I cannot wait to show you so many beautiful moments.

View full blog post: https://lauratjepkesphotography.com/2026/02/25/connor-kaitlyn-spring-engagement/

02/24/2026

The unposed, natural moments with your children often become the most meaningful.

Newborn sessions aren’t about perfection, they are about presence. Holding your newborn close while older siblings linger nearby, watching, waiting, and loving in their own quiet, unique ways.

These are the memories you’ll want to hold onto. The small, ordinary moments that quietly become everything.

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105 S Main Street
Hartford, SD
57033

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.lauratjepkesphotography.com/

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