Amanda Mildebrandt Creative

Being completely honest...

I LOVE creating experiences.

Photography has always been my way of doing that.

This session is a few years old, but it's one of my favorites because it perfectly captured who this family was at that moment in time. The tailgating setup wasn't random—it was designed specifically for them because it reflected their personalities, their traditions, and their story.

Over the years, I've created custom experiences for my clients:
✨ Santa & cookie decorating in the studio
✨ A Spiderman adventure for a little boy who was obsessed with his hero
✨ One-of-a-kind experiences for Seniors, Tweens, Teens, and Children

Now I'm bringing that same storytelling approach to families.

Of course, I'll still offer my yearly mini sessions (I know how much everyone loves them!), but my heart is in creating sessions that tell your family's story.

Because the truth is, who your family is today won't be who they are next year.

The little things change.
The interests change.
The traditions evolve.

And those are the moments worth remembering.

My goal is to create an experience that feels natural, fun, and uniquely YOU while documenting the connection, laughter, personalities, and memories that make your family special.

From questionnaires and planning calls to location selection and wardrobe styling, I'll help guide you every step of the way so all you have to do is show up and enjoy the experience.

I already have a few storytelling family session concepts in mind and will be sharing them soon. If you think your family might be a perfect fit, send me an email—I would love to create something unforgettable together.

🖤 Feminine with an Edge. Fierce by Design.

Because the best photographs aren't just seen... they're felt.

I absolutely love working with the Tweens/Teens. I had a session recently and it was so much fun integrating what currently means the most to her at this point in her life! Tween/Teen years are often missed because they are considered the more awkward stages BUT they are so important. They build confidence, they show who they are today, and they are memories that should be savored. Plus this isn't just a photoshoot it is an experience that they leave and will remember for years to come.

If you are ready to work with me to create an experience that speaks to who your tween and teen is today send me an email and we will start designing.