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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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Read more about sessions, inspiration, behind the scenes footage, and some before and after shots on the blog. You can use the search feature if you are looking some specific content such as 'senior' or 'newborn' or you can just scroll and read all the blog posts!
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Calli Tuggle
Apr 1, 20232 min read
Spring Mini Sessions
Des Moines, Iowa Family Photographer - Indoor spring mini sessions located in Norwalk, Iowa for Mother's Day, families, couples, & maternity
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Calli Tuggle
Mar 28, 20236 min read
Packing a Hospital Bag for Fresh 48 Photos
Fresh 48 photos take place within the first 48 hours of your baby's life, oftentimes at the hospital. Many hospitals in the Des Moines...
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Calli Tuggle
Feb 7, 20231 min read
Moiré Effect
Have you ever been in a Facebook group primarily made up of moms? Oh yeah, I have. Aside from my least favorite topic of "Name that...
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Calli Tuggle
Jan 12, 20232 min read
Why You Need Newborn Photos
Des Moines family photographer - newborn photos
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Calli Tuggle
Dec 29, 20222 min read
Welcome New Baby
Right before the Christmas holiday, my second son and I visited our local camera store, Christian Photo. I was having issues with my...
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Calli Tuggle
Dec 8, 20222 min read
January Glitter Mini Sessions
Words cannot describe how excited I am to be offering glitter sessions at my studio this winter! For several years, my husband and I have...
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Calli Tuggle
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Shh, We're in a Library!
I have known the Severe family for six or seven years--ever since their oldest son was a pre-verbal toddler that communicated through...
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Calli Tuggle
Nov 12, 20223 min read
Why do Photos in YOUR Home?
Have you ever considered having a professional photographer come to your family home to do a lifestyle session? I want to quickly go over...
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Calli Tuggle
Nov 12, 20222 min read
The Addams Family Maternity Session
Were you a 90's kid, like me? If so, you probably remember the 1991 movie The Addams Family. At the end of the film, the family's...
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Calli Tuggle
Sep 29, 20222 min read
Let’s Hear it for the Boys
I am the mom of four rambunctious boys ages 2-10 so I did not bat an eye when the Jordan family scheduled their session with their three...
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Calli Tuggle
Sep 5, 20222 min read
What's the Deal with Bokeh?
Have you ever seen a photo that had a creamy, almost blurry background, but the subject was sharp and in focus? Did you know that there's...
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 28, 20222 min read
Can you Feel the Love?
I don't know what is in the air around Central Iowa this late summer, but man, I am feeling the love between my clients. From the...
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 11, 20223 min read
Wow-Your Camera Takes Really Good Pictures
"Wow, your camera takes really good pictures!" is a phrase that most photographers have heard before. And though my Sony A7iii is a great...
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 7, 20222 min read
Fiona's Driveway Paint Session
I absolutely love when my clients come to me with out-of-the-box and messy ideas. When Cindy approached me and asked about photographing...
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Calli Tuggle
Aug 4, 20224 min read
One Dress - Three Looks
Are you struggling to find an outfit to wear for photos Let's start by shopping your closet, because I'm betting that you do have...
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 29, 20223 min read
How it All Began
I've mentioned before that my family did not take many photos when my sister and I were growing up in the 90's. We would maybe get a...
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 22, 20223 min read
Violet's Fairy Garden Photos
Have you ever met a child that is so full of life, adventure, and dreams? I have. Her name is Violet Dorothy, and she is an absolute gem...
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 22, 20222 min read
Community Over Competition
"Community over competition" is a saying that I have heard a million times, but never really given much thought to in a professional...
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 20, 20222 min read
Mike, Darla, and the Bike
I received the best compliment ever from Darla after she booked a session with me. I got her on the phone, and I asked her how she heard...
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Calli Tuggle
Jul 15, 20222 min read
One Sweet Kitchen
Aside from photography, I absolutely love baking. I love being in the kitchen and teaching my four boys what I’ve learned over the years....
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Family, senior, couples, and newborn photographer serving the Des Moines, Iowa area since 2021.
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