A Little Rain, a Tornado Warning, and Memories Worth Chasing


Some sessions are memorable because of the photos. Others are memorable because of the story behind them.

This family of six proved that a little unpredictable Nebraska weather wasn’t going to keep us from capturing this season of their lives. We spent most of their session enjoying calm skies, beautiful light, and all the laughter and connection that make family sessions so special.


It wasn’t until near the very end of our time together that a tornado warning rolled through the area. We quickly kept an eye on the weather and wrapped things up safely, but not before we had already captured all the amazing images we set out to create.


Thankfully, the timing worked in our favor.

A smiling couple stands on a wooden bridge, woman in lace dress, man in blue shirt and tie, surrounded by green trees.
A smiling woman hugs a young boy in a bow tie on a wooden bridge outdoors.
A smiling woman in a royal blue sleeveless dress poses on a wooden bridge surrounded by lush green trees.
A family of three smiles together on a bridge, dressed in formal attire, surrounded by lush green trees.

Earlier in the session, we were treated to soft light, dramatic clouds building in the distance, and the kind of atmosphere that makes Nebraska skies so unforgettable. The kids embraced the adventure from start to finish, the parents laughed through the changing weather, and together we created images that tell the story of a family that knows how to make the best of any situation.


One of my favorite things about photographing larger families is watching each personality shine. Between the playful sibling moments, genuine laughter, and sweet hugs, there were countless reminders that the best family photos aren’t about perfect conditions—they’re about real connections.

Woman in blue dress playfully stretching boy's cheeks near a river, both smiling during a family photo session.
Four boys in dress shirts and jeans sit together on rocks near a pond surrounded by green trees.
Family of seven posing outdoors near a scenic pond surrounded by lush green trees on a cloudy day.

This session is proof that sometimes the most unforgettable memories come from the days that don’t go according to plan. Even with a tornado warning at the very end, we still walked away with a full gallery of beautiful, meaningful images.


To this wonderful family—thank you for trusting me, embracing the adventure, and showing that a little weather is no match for love, laughter, and time spent together.

A confident young boy in a white shirt and purple bow tie stands with arms crossed on a wooden bridge surrounded by trees.
Smiling boy in gray shirt and purple tie stands on wooden bridge with hands in pockets, trees in background.
Woman in royal blue dress smiling on wooden bridge surrounded by green trees.
A teenage boy in a purple shirt, bow tie, and jeans smiles on a wooden bridge surrounded by green trees.
A smiling young man in a blue dress shirt and purple tie stands on a wooden bridge surrounded by green trees.
A smiling couple embraces outdoors near a serene lake surrounded by lush green trees on a cloudy day.
Three kids sit on rocks near a pond with a puppy, surrounded by lush green trees on a cloudy day.
A smiling bride embraces her groom in a blue shirt near a serene lake with lush green trees in the background.
Couple holding hands by a lake, man in blue shirt and woman in lace dress, posing for engagement photos outdoors.