On the farm family sessions

Keywords: Farm mini sessions, Cedar Springs family photographer, Photos with farm animals, Lifestyle farm photography

If you’ve ever wanted photos that feel like a real story instead of a posed setup, this one’s for you.

On the Farm Minis are exactly what they sound like — real moments with real animals, right here where we live. There’s no rented petting zoo or borrowed location. These are the cows my boys help feed. The chickens that escape their coop way too often. The ducks that waddle through the field like they own it. The turkey? Honestly kind of a drama queen, but the photos are always worth it.

These minis are one part photo session, one part tiny farm experience. Kids can hold a chicken (if it cooperates), pet the cows through the fence, toss feed to the ducks, or just explore. And while all that’s happening, I’m quietly capturing the in-between moments: the wide-eyed wonder, the nervous giggles, the messy, beautiful realness of it all.

We keep it laid back — no stiff posing, no forced smiles. These sessions are especially great for younger kids who aren’t into traditional portraits. When you put a chicken in front of a toddler, you don’t need much else. Trust me.

The best part? It all happens right here on the land we work and love. You’re not walking into a rented scene — you’re stepping into our life. And that means the session feels slower, more grounded, more meaningful. These animals aren’t just props. They’re part of the story.

If your kids love animals, dirt, or wide open space… this is their session. And if you’re the kind of family who wants photos that show who you are, not just how you look, this is your moment.

Want to meet the animals before your session? [Click here to take a virtual tour of our farm crew]

On the Farm Minis are limited — book yours now before the ducks wander off. [Book your session here]