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Portrait photographer specializing in newborns, families, couples, and seniors. Serving the Des Moines, Iowa metro since 2021.
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Calli Tuggle
Dec 19, 20242 min read
Fairytale - Little Red Riding Hood
I grew up reading....everything. I was no stranger to books and especially loved fairytales. Library visits were frequently a true...
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Calli Tuggle
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Sneak Peeks, Watermarks, and Filters
When I started out as a professional photographer, there was a lot of little things I had to decide for my business and my brand. Some of th
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Calli Tuggle
Nov 19, 20242 min read
Emma - Ankeny Centennial Senior
Ankeny Centennial Senior photographed during two sessions for her senior photo session.
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Calli Tuggle
Nov 5, 20243 min read
Go Ninja, TMNT Family Photos!
This was the year we decided to dress as our fav turtles and friends. Funnily enough, the turtles and our boys share similar personality
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Calli Tuggle
Sep 23, 20242 min read
Instead of Posed Photos...
When we think of family photos, so many of us think of the stuffy posed photos from the 1990's. The unnatural poses and plastic smiles.
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Calli Tuggle
Sep 3, 20244 min read
Des Moines Music Scene - Musician Spotlight - Ellis Belle
Mara talked to me about the music scene in the Des Moines metro and how she met the team that she would work with the produce her songs, as
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 22, 20243 min read
Camera Basics & Exposure Triangle
There's more to photography than simply clicking a button, but most people are unaware of the relationship between light
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 4, 20242 min read
A Decade Down and a Lifetime to Go - 10 Year Anniversary Photo Shoot
Maridith went on to state that her and Jeff would be celebrating at the gorgeous Surety Hotel in Downtown Des Moines. The hotel provided the
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 28, 20242 min read
Boudoir vs Pin-Up Photos
A quick guide for boudoir vs pin-up photography
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Calli Tuggle
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Favorite Baby Names From a Fresh 48 Photographer
Your child's name is one of the most important things you can gift your child. They'll outgrow their carseat, onesies, and even their...
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Calli Tuggle
May 31, 20233 min read
Changing it Up - Sunset Session
I've mentioned a time or two (or a million) that I am such a lover of learning. I would be a full-time college student if college courses...
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Calli Tuggle
May 26, 20232 min read
So You Want to be a Photographer?
Are you interested in being a photographer? Either a professional or just a hobbyist taking photos of your dog? Perfect! I've found...
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Family, senior, couples, and newborn photographer serving the Des Moines, Iowa area since 2021.
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