Family Photography | SW MN

This is the second time I've worked with this great group of kids. They came to me the first time looking for a canvas wall portrait for their mother's birthday. How thoughtful is that? We updated their portrait and I hope mom approves.

Steele Family | Windom Family Photographer

What a lovely family. I learned during my session that mom and dad were High School sweethearts (well, almost middle school sweethearts!) Wow! They've got three wonderful and talented children to show for it. They are a carefree and such a kind family and they've changed quite a bit since the last time I took their family portrait a few years ago (except for mom, she hans't changed a bit! ;) I welcomed the chance to use my new chair- I think I maybe have a red chair fetish. Wonder if there is a 12 step program for that?

Meet Beth

Another beautiful young woman who joined us for a destination senior model session. I love her deep brown eyes and her kind and personable personality.

2012 Senior Model | Arianna

Here are a few select images of Arianna's modeling session images for Alison Stumpf Photography. Can you say GORGEOUS!? Arianna was fantastic to work with, she was up for anything and was carefree and relaxed when it came to being willing to try anything when it came to make-up or clothing or posing. I love that! I love the hair accessories and how they add a little extra color and interest to the images.

If you're planning for your own senior session, keep in mind the following tips:
1. Even if you're not a 'make-up' person....a little foundation, blush and lipgloss will go a long way to making your portraits look finished and not overly done.

2. Shorts and short dresses will somewhat limit the posing that you can do-therefore, be sure your portrait wardrobe consists of other clothing options that is less limiting.

3. Layering clothing with vest, jackets,hats, scarves, etc adds interest and is a great way to add variety to your images.

4. Don't forget jewelry and hair pieces to add interest as well.

These hair accessories worn by the models are by Amanda Prince - who will soon be opening her own etsy shop. In the mean time if you're interested, you can contact Amanda directly at amanda@wedding-cheesecake.com.

Fall Family Portrait Special | 2011

This is an opportunity to get your families portraits taken in beautiful autumn splendor. These sessions do fill up quickly every year and once the slots are filled, they are filled! A non-refundable session retainer of $50 is required to hold your spot. Please email me at jstumpf@frontiernet.net to book your mini-session spot.

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2012 Model Shoot | SW MN SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHY

Saturday was a whirlwind day of beautiful senior girls, make-up, hair-do's and lots of fun. I headed up with friend and fellow photographer, Kari Mertz of Kari Mertz Photography and we took a group of our 2012 Senior Models for a fun destination model shoot in downtown Sioux Falls, SD. We prepared for the session by assisting our models in picking out clothing from their wardwrobe prior to the shoot and were assisted by make-up artist Amanda of a very scrumptious wedding blog, Wedding Cheesecake, and make-up artist Alexis Kolb of Sioux Falls, SD. We were reminded again just what an impact clothing selection and make-up can make in the final product- great images! Needless to say we had a blast scouting fun locations with great lighting and backgrounds to fit the feel of clothing and the look we were striving for. I think the girls had a great time being models for a day. Check in for some images of Alison Stumpf Photography's 2012 Senior Model- Arianna coming up.

Sibling Fun | Jackson Family Photography

This isn't the first time I"ve photographed these fun lovin' siblings- and we had a great time starting out with some more formal portraits and then switching it completely up and doing a more urban feel for the latter part of the session. The palettes were a new spot and I loved how they seemed to be put there just for us and they coordinated great with the outfits. I love it when things just seem to come together!