Next Chapter Portraits by Mia Calderwood

Next Chapter Portraits by Mia Calderwood Design DNA is a team of Creative Photographers! We specialize in Fantasy Style, Story-telling images. We also believe in empowering women each and every day!

We want to capture who you are, what you love, and how you interact with your family.

A New Chapter: Choosing Presence Over Productivity 🕊️As some of you may have noticed, this page has been quiet lately. I...
12/16/2025

A New Chapter: Choosing Presence Over Productivity 🕊️

As some of you may have noticed, this page has been quiet lately. I needed to step back into the silence to truly reflect, evaluate, and listen to what my life was trying to tell me.

For the past few years—and this year especially—I have struggled deeply with my health. When we came up with the idea for the bookstore, the goal was to offset the cost of needing to "slow down." What I discovered instead was a massive wake-up call from the universe.

The last few weeks have been eye-opening. I’ve learned who was truly in my life for me, versus those who were only there for what I could provide through my lens. I discovered that I can work and be "me" without being bedridden for a week due to the physical and mental drain of a shoot.

But beyond that, I found my life again. For the first time in a long time, I can run and play hide-and-seek with my littles. When I pick up my camera now, it’s out of pure joy rather than financial obligation.

Because of this, I am making some big changes:
Photography will never disappear from my life, but it will no longer be my "everything." I am choosing to work only with those who align with my values and on projects I am truly passionate about. I have already released clients who were detrimental to my mental or physical health. I will still be doing photoshoots that serve a higher purpose, but I will do them in a way that respects my body’s limits. (If I havent messaged you to refund a session not done yet then know that I will still be doing it, and I will still be editing all sessions already done.)

At 35, with a two-year-old and other kids at home, I refuse to spend half my year bedridden anymore. My family deserves me at my best, and I deserve to be present for them.

If you’re here to see passion projects or clients that bring me joy and follow this new journey of intentionality, I’m so glad you’re sticking around. If you’re looking for someone to push until their body gives out, the unfollow button is at the top of the page—and I say that with peace and clarity.
It’s time to turn a new chapter.

Thank you to those who have supported me through the highs and the lows. ✨

In all the chaos we really haven’t had the chance to take a moment to breathe. With that being said we have decided to d...
11/13/2025

In all the chaos we really haven’t had the chance to take a moment to breathe. With that being said we have decided to do minis for Mia and Rachel a little different this year. Our set up is up permanently and you get to just pick any day/time that works for you!!!! This works for Christmas boudoirs or sessions with families! Just message us a date and time and we will send a link. As a reminder Rachel’s sessions are $100 for 15 min sessions including 5 images, if you want Mia specifically it’s $150 for the 15 min and 5 images.

Work alongside kids they said, it will be fun they said…luckily it came off
11/10/2025

Work alongside kids they said, it will be fun they said…luckily it came off

After spending all day recleaning the space from my kids deciding to play in the dresses in props I figured I would shar...
11/10/2025

After spending all day recleaning the space from my kids deciding to play in the dresses in props I figured I would share!!!! Now to clean off the marker on the walls in the stairwell 😅

Hmmmm so close to 2k, should I do a giveaway when we reach….something crazy like free 12 pass for next years Signature S...
11/01/2025

Hmmmm so close to 2k, should I do a giveaway when we reach….something crazy like free 12 pass for next years Signature Sessions 😍😍😍.

“Mirror, mirror, I finally chose myself.”
11/01/2025

“Mirror, mirror, I finally chose myself.”

“They called her evil… but really, she just set boundaries and wore a crown.” 👑
10/30/2025

“They called her evil… but really, she just set boundaries and wore a crown.” 👑

We just want to remind everyone that our 2026 Signature Sessions are going FAST! We only have 1 spot left for our March ...
10/30/2025

We just want to remind everyone that our 2026 Signature Sessions are going FAST! We only have 1 spot left for our March Book themed Fantasy and for our August Dragon Reign theme! As a reminder these sessions are themed for the month and then we individually book a date and set up for hair and makeup. It is your choice if you want to do this solo, with a best friend or even create a group! Don't miss out on your chance to join these for $100 off if you book by Dec 1st. https://book.usesession.com/i/zgqwcwCkg

Also how cute is this backdrop, there is a new floral backdrop rental business coming to town Petals & Poses go give her page a follow because she will probably be used again in all of our fun photoshoots!

Wait, Mia you're opening a Romance bookstore??? To be perfectly honest I didn't know myself before Friday. This is the t...
10/29/2025

Wait, Mia you're opening a Romance bookstore??? To be perfectly honest I didn't know myself before Friday. This is the timeline of events...Friday I was ignoring my birthday, and sent a TikTok to these lovely gals and said we should do that...and by Sunday we were renovating the front of the studio and registering a new business! Sunday we launched the new page Between The Covers and we will hit 400 by lunch on that page (if you love romance, strong heroines, and fantasy go follow too please). Like the community is going insane and we are here for it!!!!

So what does that mean for Design DNA???? Honestly not much of a change, we already did photoshoots in the back half and upstairs so none of this changes the studio aspect, and as far as times for photos I already tried to do sessions in the evening when my husband was home as much as possible anyways. Our team will just edit while running the store. It does mean that until the new store opens November 29th I may be slow in responding, trust me I am running on caffeine at the moment to keep up with everything. These gals know that I still need the time to edit as we open so the timeline of 8 weeks still stands and lately its been slight less too. I am trying. I am human. But you know what...I am also ambitious and feel like I can take on the world, and I won't apologize for my personality anymore in life. I will be big and loud, and take on Dragons daily.

In the throes of getting ALL the Halloween pictures out on time. The fun part of doing fantasy photography…please send a...
10/28/2025

In the throes of getting ALL the Halloween pictures out on time. The fun part of doing fantasy photography…please send all the coffee lol. But seriously Rachel our new Junior associate kicked butt at her very first event! Our team is growing and doing amazing things and I have to pinch myself daily reminding myself from where I started to where I am now!

✨ Back in 2021, I launched what I called Event Shoots — magical, often fantasy-themed sessions for membership clients. T...
10/24/2025

✨ Back in 2021, I launched what I called Event Shoots — magical, often fantasy-themed sessions for membership clients. These shoots were more than just photos; they were a way to heal your inner child, spark creativity, and form connections with strangers over shared wonder and imagination.
Over the years, these sessions became a space for laughter, friendship, and memories that I will always hold close. From mystical forests to enchanted castles, the joy and connection created in those moments was truly special. 💫

As we step into 2026, it’s time to turn the page and begin a new chapter. Introducing Signature Sessions — monthly themed experiences where the focus is fully on you. Book solo, with a friend, or with a small group of your choosing — the magic is yours to shape.

From Frostbound Enchantress to Water Fairy, Books, and Dragons, each theme is crafted to give you a world to step into, memories to create, and freedom to explore your imagination like never before. ✨

The Event Shoots gave us connection and community — Signature Sessions are about rediscovering the magic of you. Welcome to the next chapter. 🖤

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