I am on a personal mission to help families enjoy, and even look forward to, taking family photos! Over the past 13+ years of being a photographer, I have seen how stressful family photos can be for parents (myself included!) while simultaneously experiencing firsthand how detrimental this stress can be for everyone involved. In (knowingly […]
May 7, 2026
Hi, Friends — Welcome to the blog!
This blog is a journal of real families (including my own!) and of marriage, motherhood, and a few personal adventures along the way. I am so glad you're here — please stay awhile!
My name is Maison, and I am both a photographer and a mom living in Madison, Wisconsin.
I help families joyfully and meaningfully preserve the moments, relationships, and experiences that create their unique story.
Mini sessions are one of my most popular offerings — and I sincerely LOVE doing them! I was actually just talking to Caleb about this the other night. While I completely understand why some photographers shy away from doing mini sessions, they are something I always plan to offer. That being said, I also wholeheartedly […]
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I have these little chills sharing this post, because I feel like the journey it portrays is so beautifully reflective of what I have been experiencing as a photographer over the past couple of years. Let me elaborate. Zack and Emily were married 10 years ago this past August, hosting their reception at the historic […]
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