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In the fast-paced world, we live in, it’s essential to take a moment to celebrate and cherish the special bonds we share with our loved ones. A portrait session provides an opportunity to capture these precious moments in time, creating lasting memories that will be cherished for years to come. With meticulous planning and preparation, […]

Capturing Moments: A Memorable Portrait Session with Your Loved Ones

Fresh 48 Hudson Wisconsin

At Alabaster Photos, I believe that every portrait should be a remarkable experience from start to finish. That’s why I have created the Portrait Lounge, a virtual VIP space dedicated to providing you with the resources, inspiration, and expertise to make your portrait session truly extraordinary. In this exclusive lounge, I invite you to immerse […]

Unveiling the Exclusive Portrait Lounge: Elevating Your Portrait Experience

Mommy and me photography session

In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, it’s all too easy to let the most precious moments slip away unnoticed. However, at Alabaster Photos, I believe that capturing those moments shouldn’t be complicated or overwhelming. I am dedicated to providing a seamless and effortless booking experience, ensuring you can preserve and cherish the […]

A Seamless Booking Experience

Elena S Blair Mastermind

Investing in oneself is an essential aspect of personal development and growth. Mentorship is a powerful tool that can help individuals achieve their personal and professional goals. Mentorship is a relationship in which a more experienced or knowledgeable person helps guide a less experienced or knowledgeable person. The mentor provides guidance, advice, and support to help the mentee reach their goals. Investing in a mentor can provide a wealth of benefits, such as gaining valuable knowledge and skills, expanding your network, and gaining new perspectives on your career or personal life.

Investing in Mentorship

photograph of mom laying on blanket with daughters

I am tired from a lack of sleep that only a mama knows. I am fueled with coffee and thinking of more coffee. I am tired.

Today I am Tired

Mandie Schug with daughters

As I write about becoming a parent to a tiny human, I think about life right as a stay-at-home-mom to a 2.5-year-old and an 8-month-old. This is not at all where I imagined my life to be at this moment a month and a half away from turning 40. I was recently told by a very very young-looking cashier that 30 was really old; what does that make 40? That’s not the point of this rant.

Being a Mom with a small business

Family photography on vacation

If you live in the twin cities and are looking for unique and beautiful landscapes to capture, a rural setting could be just what you need. Rural areas are typically characterized by open spaces, rolling hills, and serene natural surroundings that offer plenty of opportunities for capturing stunning images. I can offer these in some of my favorite locations in New Richmond, WI where I photograph my families, but first, take a read through my tips on finding the perfect spot.

Twin Cities Families Looking for a Rural Maternity Photo Setting | New Richmond, WI