There is something uniquely meaningful about getting to document the chapters that unfold over time. Watching families return year after year as they grow and change is one of the greatest honors of this work.
For me, it is never about perfect outfits or posed smiles. It is about connection. The way your child reaches for your hand, the unfiltered laughter, the quiet moments in between. Whether you are marking a milestone or simply wanting to remember this season exactly as it is, I am here to tell your story with care, honesty, and intention.
Celebrating Connection Over Perfection
We loved our family photos and time spent with Anna for our session! Anna did photos for our family of 18, which is no easy task. She managed to coral the kiddos for great pictures. We are very pleased with the quality of the pictures as well as our experience planning and communicating with her. Thanks, Anna!
- Molly
I’ve worked for Anna as a second shooter & hired Anna to capture my anniversary photos. She has such an incredible eye for detail and is gifted in capturing genuine emotion; she knows how to perfectly evoke joy from her clients and capture it in an elevated way. Once you get your photos, you’ll want to frame them. You’ll step back and think, “ Wow, look at all that love!” Whether you are looking for a wedding photographer, family photographer or just someone to capture a special season for you- you can trust that Anna will honor your moment and help capture your journey in the most beautiful way!"
- Emily
Anna is wonderful! We had such a fun time, even with a testy 2 year old! she was patient and helped ease my stress with trying to get a toddler to cooperate. She sent our pictures to us so quickly, too, it was amazing! They turned out beautifully and I’m just so impressed that my child’s whine face looks like an actual smile! So if you have a toddler and want family pictures, Anna is your girl! Can’t thank her enough for these photos to cherish!
- Sarah
We’ve consulted with Anna for our yearly family photos since 2020, after our oldest turned 1. Since then Anna has captured our family so easily. Our sessions are so thought out and comfort able. The kids are growing up quickly and love the freedom of running on the beach, climbing trees and being silly. Anna captures these everyday glimpses of our family and we are so thankful.
- elizabeth
Anna is the best of the best! Her photos are artistic and unique! She was patient with our crazy family and busy kiddos. Anna loves what she does and it shows in her work!! I promise you will not be disappointed!
- Holly
Anna has photographed our family over the years from our engagement to maternity to now our family of 5 and every time I am floored!! The session always feels so comfortable and relaxed and then the images are beautiful and beyond what I could hope for. She makes the process so enjoyable, her turn around time is amazingly fast and her editing style is so bright and real. Our photos are cherished every year. Thank you Anna!!!! I could not give a better recommendation. If you’re looking for someone to capture beautiful family moments, she’s your girl.
- Heather
Holy cow- the photos Anna Beth took of my husband and I are now cherished heirlooms. She was THE best to work with, made us feel so confident and comfortable, and we legit wanted to hang out with her because she seemed like such a cool person! Literally my Google profile picture is some of her work.
- whitney
Get ready to have some fun!
the anna beth smith portrait experience
Gone are the days of stiff, static poses in matching outfits.
Don't worry, we'll still get photos of everyone looking and smiling at the camera. But I believe that portrait sessions should be more than just that.
Years from now, when you look back on this time of your life, I want you to remember it for what it truly was. For me right now, that's a beautiful chaos of toddlerhood- running, jumping, throwing rocks in the water, tickle fights, and sloppy kisses.
So let's embrace the now. Let's have some fun and make new memories. Let's capture the personalities, connection, and love. Trust me, those are the photos you're going to cherish forever.
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Reist Family
Chelsea & Layton
Ritsema Family
Maisey & Brant
I'm not joking when I say that everyone says this. So first, know that you are not alone in how you're feeling.
And second, know that I have a lot of experience in photographing couples and families and will guide you every step of the way. Over the years, I've learned many little tricks to help you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
