Family Portfolio

Each gallery below offers a glimpse into a family portrait session photographed in my Plymouth, Minnesota studio — capturing connection, belonging, and the evolving rhythm of life together. A Little Joy Photography was named Best Family Photographer in Plymouth, Minnesota for 2025 by the Quality Business Awards — recognition built on more than a decade spent photographing families exactly like yours.

The Art of Being Together

Unscripted moments, meaningful connection, and the quiet joy of being together.

  • Family of four posing together during a bright studio family session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Two young siblings sitting together during a family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Young girl sitting on a chair during a child portrait session in a Plymouth MN studio
  • Smiling preschool-aged girl captured in a natural light studio family session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Two siblings sitting together during a studio family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Family seated together on a bench during a studio family session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • One year old baby standing during a milestone portrait session in a Plymouth MN studio
  • Smiling baby sitting on a chair during a Twin Cities West Metro milestone photography session
  • Close-up portrait of a laughing baby during a studio family photography session in Plymouth Minnesota

Where true joy is captured

Less posing, more presence.

  • Smiling siblings sitting together on a bench during a Plymouth MN family photography session
  • Close-up detail of a child holding textured toys during a studio sibling mini session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Brothers sitting together and exploring toys during a sibling portrait session in Plymouth MN
  • Two brothers sitting side by side interacting during a natural light studio sibling portrait session
  • Two young siblings sitting on the floor playing during a natural light studio session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Toddler siblings laughing and cuddling during a Twin Cities West Metro sibling photography session
  • Smiling toddler sitting on a chair during a studio sibling mini session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Older sibling gently interacting with younger sibling during a studio family session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Two toddlers sitting on the floor reaching for toys during a sibling mini photography session

Family, As You Are

Images that reflect how it feels — not just how it looks.

  • Family of three hugging together during a studio family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Father hugging his daughter during a natural light family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Mother and daughter sharing a hug during a relaxed family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Father and daughter standing together during a studio family session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Preteen girl seated and smiling during a studio child portrait session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Mother embracing her daughter during a studio family portrait session in Plymouth MN
  • Smiling preteen girl captured in a natural light studio portrait session in Plymouth MN

This Season

Connection first, always.

  • Smiling toddler seated on a chair during a studio family photography session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Two young sisters holding hands during a natural light studio sibling session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Mother lifting her young child during a joyful studio family photography session in Plymouth MN
  • Two sisters holding hands and playing during a studio sibling portrait session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Mother seated with her young child during a relaxed family photography session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Family sitting together on the floor during a studio family session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Father seated on the floor holding his young children during a studio family photography session
  • Young girl standing alone during a child portrait session in a Plymouth MN studio
  • Teenage boy smiling during a studio portrait session in Plymouth Minnesota

The Beauty of Everyday Family

Where laughter, movement, and love unfold naturally.

  • Two young sisters standing together during a studio sibling portrait session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Smiling young girl seated during a natural light studio child portrait session in the Twin Cities West Metro
  • Family of five seated together on a bench during a studio family photography session in Plymouth MN
  • Father seated on the floor lifting a child while siblings gather around during a playful family studio session
  • Father interacting with his young children during a candid studio family photography session in Plymouth Minnesota
  • Two sisters standing close together during a studio sibling portrait session in Plymouth Minnesota

Early October

Soft greens linger as autumn begins its gentle shift — light, airy, and quietly warm.

  • Family of four standing together during a fall family photography session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Parents sitting with their children during a relaxed fall family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving Maple Grove and surrounding West Metro cities.
  • Young boy smiling during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro near Plymouth, Minnesota.
  • Young girl photographed during a fall family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving Wayzata and Minnetonka.
  • Family sitting together on a blanket during an outdoor fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Brother and sister walking together during a fall family photography session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving Edina and St. Louis Park.
  • Brother and sister standing together during a fall family portrait session in the Twin Cities West Metro near Plymouth, Minnesota.

Mid-October

Golden grasses and muted foliage meet peak fall light — balanced, glowing, and timeless.

  • Family of four standing together during a fall family photography session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Siblings hugging during a relaxed fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro near Plymouth, Minnesota.
  • Child standing alone during a fall family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving West Metro families.
  • Smiling child photographed during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Family standing together during a relaxed fall family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving Edina and St. Louis Park.
  • Close-up of family members holding hands during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Mother standing with her children during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro near Plymouth, Minnesota.

Late October

Rich tones and fallen leaves wrap the season in depth — cozy, rich, and earthy.

  • Family of four posing together during a fall family photography session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Sibling portraits during a fall family session
  • Natural family portraits in autumn
  • Older sister hugging her younger sister during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro.
  • Family of four photographed outdoors in autumn during a family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving Wayzata, Maple Grove, and surrounding West Metro cities.
  • Two young sisters sharing a playful moment during a fall family photography session in the Twin Cities West Metro near Plymouth.
  • Older sister kissing her younger sister during a fall family portrait session near Plymouth, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities West Metro.