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Education, Family

Six month photos catch your baby right at the sweet spot — sitting up, full of personality, giggly, and not yet mobile enough to squirm out of frame. Tucked between the newborn haze and the whirlwind of a first birthday, this milestone session captures a stage of your baby you’ll be so glad you slowed down for.

Baby sit in front of the camera for his Louisville 6 month photos.

Education, Family, Maternity, Newborn

Wondering if your house is “nice enough” for in-home photos? Here’s the honest answer, plus exactly what to clean (and what to skip) before your session.

Mom and son play during their in-home photo session.

Education, Family

Extended family photos are one of the most requested sessions I photograph, and also one of the most postponed. Everyone wants them. Almost nobody starts planning them early enough. If you’ve got a gathering on the horizon and you’re trying to figure out how to actually make a session happen, here’s the honest truth: the session itself is the easy part. Getting four or five families to agree on a date is where most people underestimate the timeline.

A Louisville great-grandmother holds a newborn baby's hand during extended family photos.

Education, Family

If you’ve ever scrolled through beautifully curated homes online, it’s easy to wonder if your own space measures up, especially when you’re considering booking a session for Louisville In-Home Family Photography. The short answer? Absolutely not. Your home does not need to be perfectly styled, newly renovated, or worthy of a Pinterest board to create […]

A family snuggles on the bed during their Louisville In-Home Family Photography Session. Photos by Michelle Bordenkircher Photography.

Family

Spring in Louisville is pure magic. Longer days, blooming parks, and a calendar packed with family-friendly fun. If you’re searching for the best Louisville spring events for kids, you’re in the right place. From iconic festivals to outdoor adventures, here’s your guide to making the most of the season with your little ones. Can’t-Miss Louisville […]

Louisville Spring Activities for Kids. Thunder Over Louisville

Education, Family

Some winter mornings surprise you in the best way, and the Kurtz family’s February family session at the Louisville Water Tower was exactly that. The temperature was perfectly mild for the season, and the sunlight that morning was absolutely beautiful. The soft winter light paired with the bright white backdrop of the Louisville Water Tower […]

Kurtz family portrait at the historic Louisville Water Tower during a winter family photography session Photos by Michelle Bordenkircher Photography

Education, Family

If you’re planning a family session at Anchorage Trail in Louisville, KY, one of the most common questions I get is: “What time will our session be?” The short answer?✨ Either early morning or about 1.5 hours before sunset. Let me show you why, and share a recent session that perfectly explains it. The Albright […]

Education, Family

Choosing what to wear for your motherhood portraits shouldn’t feel stressful. It should feel intentional, empowering, and you. As a Louisville Motherhood Photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how the right wardrobe choices can elevate a portrait from “pretty” to deeply meaningful. This guide is designed to help moms feel confident, comfortable, and beautifully connected to their […]

Family

Sometimes, a session feels like everything has come full circle, and John + Emily’s maternity shoot at Cherokee Park was exactly that.

Couple embraces during their Cherokee Park maternity session

Family

The Crescent Hill Reservoir is a treasured spot for this family, creating a picturesque backdrop for their family session.

Family portrait taken at the Crescent Hill Reservoir in Louisville, KY

Family

As a Lexington family photographer, there’s nothing quite as sweet as seeing a family get together, and this family session brought together three generations: the proud grandparents, the parents who are the heart of the farm, their two sons, their wives, and the delightful grandchildren. Each member of the family, from the elders to the youngest, brought their unique energy and joy, creating a vibrant tapestry of love and connection.

An extended family gets together on family farm for their photo session in Lexington, KY

Shoes by the door, a cup left on the counter, captured as it is

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