Anna Kruse Photography

05/29/2026

I don't think I have the right words to share what we are all feeling right now as a community. I think what we are feeling there are simply no words to describe it. Every night before we go to bed, we always pray daddy goes to work and comes home safely to us. Some didn't get to come home on tuesday.

Driving down industrial is a common route to those heading to support their families, dads, moms trying to provide for their families some of them being sole providers just like my hubby is to us.

This town we hold the Mill close to our hearts because it is why we are here. You always felt guaranteed that your family member would come home until this event shook us to our core and reminded us that no day is ever promised.

When my dad passed, I didn't really like people saying "I'm sorry for your loss", maybe that just a preference to each their own but what I would like to say... Lean into the Lord, He hears and seek Him , He will lift you up, breath for you in the times you feel like you can't.

♥️

05/14/2026

I see so many of you during my run! My cap may hide my face sometimes, I may not stop to chat but it always makes me so happy to bump into some of you all!!

If you see me around, just training for hood to coast! I couldn't be more excited!

05/10/2026

Motherhood is not all rainbows and butterflies. Motherhood is to give yourself to your babies. It's a time where we learn compassion, let go of selfishness and submit ourselves to what the Lord has entrusted us with. Every season of motherhood is different and it brings its own trials and blessings. God made us mothers different and with a patience beyond compared. The Lord is so magical and in awe how we can create a human in our womb, to even the gift of being able to nourish. We are one of a kind.

Happy Mother's Day to all you mommas. YOU are amazing.

05/08/2026

Hi yall!

Update on my schedule. (I will be editing as they get claimed)

June is closed

July I have 10th

August is closed

September 4th

October 1 sessions
November 2 sessions
December 2 session

This is my last year and will not be taking anymore!

Thank you all!

04/26/2026

In the early light, the world awakes,
With morning dew on the grass that shakes.
The gentle moo, a familiar sound,
As I rise from dreams, to the fields unbound.

With pails in hand, I tread the dirt,
Past the old barn where memories flirt.
Cows in a line, their patience profound,
In this sacred dance, our hearts are found.

The rhythm of milking, a soothing embrace,
Nature’s own song, a tender grace.
Golden streams flow, sweet and pure,
In the quiet moments, my spirit’s sure.

Then off to the pastures, where wildflowers bloom,
Where laughter echoes, dispelling all gloom.
I run with the breeze, carefree and wild,
In the arms of the earth, forever a child.

The sun dips low, painting skies aflame,
In the twilight hush, I whisper their names.
These days of my youth, forever shall last,
In the heart of the pasture, where shadows are cast.

04/22/2026

I have been 16 months into running again and I've been training to be part of Hood to coast this year:) I've been making lots of changes close to two years now. I've been able to take time to really focus on my health.

Change is good.

04/22/2026

A quick update.

This will be my last year in business. I will be setting out dates for those who still need to book the "Jinxie special". Reminder that those sessions are only for local locations. Summer will be limited, August is closed. I do want to share that the availability will be a Tuesday and Friday afternoons. September I will have more availability but caping to only 2 sessions a month to be completely transparent.

This year ive been knee deep into our homeschooling journey and training for Hood to Coast. Ive finally been taking care of my mental and physical self. I love photography, i am good at it, but im tired of fighting my worth in this community and really ready to just focus on my home and self.

I will be focusing on homeschooling my kids, taking care of my physical health as well but will continue to capture in my own way without the pressure of everything else. Photography is more than just photos but an art itself. I never knew what I was good at until I found photography. It's a gift and a rare one. ♥️

Thank you to all those who have taking the jump with me through all these years. Thank you for trusting me and letting me tell your story.

Thank you for growing with me and being part of this season of life with me.

I also wanted to share this beautiful Senior session. Had such a great time, editing these images actually made me tear up, I have been in a huge slump not wanting to touch my camera let alone editing and then I was reminded of how my art has grown and being able to share this with someone else capturing their essence. I love spending time with my clients, I love getting to know my clients. If you have had a session with me you know creativity is endless as well as time 😅. I hope that one day this style is welcomed in this community, maybe not by me but for creativity ve welcomed and that an image can show more than just a smile but a story.

What an amazing time this was.

02/13/2026

My favorite Mexican Market is doing a giveaway. Thankful to have them here because it's a reminder of home! Love taking my momma along because we definitely a reminder of El Paso. Also... the best Mexican Sweetbread! If you haven't gone, they are on Oregon Way!

Participa y gana

01/26/2026

Got to deliver this beautiful gallery. So thankful for clients that invite me into their personal space just for a little while. Thank you for allowing me to capture your story. Your images are truly a memory.

I am thankful to be able to capture but also those who allow me to be that creative I am. Capturing in a way that truly represents your story and straying away from traditional and leading with emotion and in between moments. Also.. chasing all sorts of light!

If you are looking for just that.. I'd love to capture your story in the most authentic way.

01/18/2026

For a few years, my bussiness was doing amazing but if you ask me personally how I was doing.. I was falling apart. My stress level was insane, I did not feel like I was good enough as an artist ... comparison was really a thief of joy. My health gave me so many warnings, I remember going to sessions trying to hide my hives, and then bells pasly hit and thankful for my clients for being amazing as I struggled simply smiling during our time together.

These last 2 yrs I began to do a transformation in my art, and even dove in with eyes closed on areas I was so scared to do. My work transformed in ways I never thought it would but it became ME. I began to put boundaries too and allowed myself to even make time for me to better my health. I found my long lost love for running again. Did you know I was a runner? 🫣

Thank you for being along this journey with me. If you are beginning your this new year.. don't quit. Find something you love, set goals, trust me you won't regret it. P