Milwaukee Family Photos 2024

Summer in Wisconsin is my favorite! One of my favorite locations for summer is the 3rd Ward. This urban backdrop is perfect for photos.

Milwaukee Magnolia Mini Sessions 2023

These Magnolia Mini Sessions are a hit every year!

Milwaukee family photographer studio sessions 2023

Looking to update family photos or capture those milestones? My Waukesha Studio is the perfect place!

Milwaukee Family Photographer Summer 2022

Happy March! It’s getting so close to spring and summer… and I can’t wait! Summer is the perfect time for family photos.

Update your family photos when the weather is warm and beautiful! The earlier you get on my calendar the better. We all know how fast our summer schedules fill up. Between sports, activities and vacations, summer can fly by fast!

Have you ever looked back a year ago and thought, wow the kids were SO little! Time really does fly by. If you keep putting off family photos waiting to get to your perfect weight or once this event is checked off….it won’t get scheduled. You’ll miss out capturing those moments when your kids were ‘little’. Before you know it, they will be out of the stage you remember from ‘last year.’

You won’t regret getting in those pictures with your babies! Your kids won’t remember how you felt about yourself, but they will love seeing you in the pictures with them.

What are you waiting for?!

Milwaukee Family Photography 2022

Now is the time to start thinking about spring and summer sessions! My calendar is filling up fast.

Where do sessions take place?

Sessions take place at parks around the Milwaukee and Lake Country areas. Mini Sessions are predetermined locations sent out about a week before your session. Lifestyle Sessions, I will work with you to see what vibe you are going for. We will then decide on a perfect location for you and your family!

What types of sessions do you offer for families?

Lifestyle and Mini Sessions. Mini Sessions are 20 minutes in length scheduled back to back. These are scheduled seasonally. Lifestyle Sessions are up to 1 hour in length. More information on my sessions can be found here!

When do sessions take place?

1-2 hours before sunset! That’s the best light…I promise pushing the bedtime back will be worth it. :)

Newborn Lifestyle Session in the studio

Congratulations! You want to schedule a newborn session, but are unsure if you want to have it in your home. Katie Bingen Photography offers Newborn Lifestyle Sessions in their all white, modern Waukesha Studio.

Newborn Lifestyle Sessions take place within the 5-14 day window. If it happens to go slightly outside the window, it’s no big deal. The earlier you reach out to schedule with me, the better!

What should you bring to your session in the studio?

I recommend a favorite outfit(s), swaddle(s), headband(s) and a white onesie. One advantage of the studio is you don’t have to clean up your house for your session!

What can I expect during the session?

A relaxed environment. These sessions are led by the baby. If your baby needs to eat, have a diaper change, be soothed, it is no big deal. Have toddlers? If they need a break, we will switch it up and focus on mom and baby. We will go with the flow. I have children of my own, so I get it! :)

Ready to book your session?! Reach out today!

How to prepare for your in home Newborn Session

Congratulations! You’re expecting and have a newborn session scheduled for in your home. What happens next?

First off, plan your outfits around you. You want to feel comfortable and confident. Stick to neutral colors and build a color pallet off of your outfit. Don’t match, but coordinate colors. I offer style and select for all my clients to help in planning their outfits. As always, reach out for advice! I’m happy to guide you in the right direction.

Secondly, prepare your home. I typically shoot in the living room, master bedroom and nursery. Sometimes, I’ll use the kitchen too! Clean and declutter these rooms ahead of your session. I’ll be looking for the most natural light, so if there is another room in your house we could use, great!

This goes hand in hand, but the time of day is important when doing a photoshoot in your home. Things to think about… when does my home get the best natural light? I default to late morning for in home sessions as that usually gives the best natural light in the house. (Late morning also tends to work for older siblings that still take naps in the early afternoon.)

Relax. I’ll be coming in the comfort of your own home to capture those first few moments with your new baby. I’ll get a few of those everyone looking at the camera, but my favorite to capture are those in between moments. You gazing at your newborn, how tiny they are in your arms or how suddenly you toddler doesn’t look so little anymore. The session will be led by your baby (or toddler). If we need to take breaks for eating, soothing, tantrums or diaper changes… that is okay! I’m a mom of 3 and get it. :)

Lastly, if you have pets….they will be in your photos. That is all. Can’t wait to meet you and your family!

Haven’t booked your session yet? Get on my calendar!

Reid | Waukesha Studio Newborn Session

Welcome baby Reid! His family joined me in the studio earlier this month for his newborn session. His big sister and big brother just adore him!

Eaton | Waukesha Mini Studio Session

The Eaton family joined me in their Easter best for their mini session last month! The kids had a great time. My Waukesha studio is the perfect setting for newborn, milestone, maternity, family and even branding/head shot sessions. Reach out today!

Petrus | Waukesha Family Session

Who else enjoyed the summer weather yesterday?! {Everyone.}

I’m starting to book sessions through August. It’s never too early to reach out and get on my calendar! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite sessions from last summer! The Petrus Family joined me last August for their twin daughters’ one year old milestone pictures. The girls were so sweet!

DeBruin | Brookfield Mini Session

The DeBruin Family joined me last fall for a family mini session. It’s always intimidating when a fellow photographer asks you to take their family pictures! Photographers need photographers too. It’s so important to get behind the frame with your family. I’m so honored you chose me, DeBruin family! <3

Dykstra | Holiday Mini Session

The Dykstra family braved the cold for their family session last November. I’ve had the honor of capturing memories for them since their littlest was 6 months old. I love watching families grow!

Matter | Brookfield Fall Mini Session

Happy Friday! The Matter Family joined me on a beautiful fall day for their Mini Session. <3

Fazio | Mommy & Me Session

One of the things I love most about my job is all of the people I have the chance to meet & catch up with! This beautiful mama joined me last August for a Mommy & Me Session in Milwaukee. The last time we saw each other was in high school! I won’t share how many years it has been… ;)

Mommy & Me Sessions are great for savoring the bond you have with your children. Most of the time, you’re behind the camera taking all the pictures of your kiddos. One day, you’ll look back and realize how fast they’ve grown up. Not only will you cherish these pictures, but so will your children. I know I do. <3

Mistry | Brookfield Family Mini Session

Taking you back to last fall when the Mistry Family joined me for a Fall Mini Session. I’m so honored to capture these memories for your family!

Sullivan | Milwaukee Family Spring Mini Session

Yesterday teased us with Spring weather! The Sullivan Family joined me last spring for a Mini Session when the Magnolia’s were in full bloom. I’m so honored you chose me to capture these memories for your family!

Spring Mini Sessions will be released to my Facebook VIP Group and Newsletter Subscribers on Thursday, February 28th. Sign up here to be the first to know!

Theo | Milwaukee Fresh 48 Session

Fresh 48 Sessions have my heart. Those first moments with your new little one go by so fast. I personally was so glad my friend and I exchanged Fresh 48 Sessions when we had our babies. I didn’t have to worry about capturing everything myself, plus I could be in the photos. Win-win! I promise you wont regret documenting your time in the hospital with your new little one. <3

Theo’s family welcomed me to capture those first moments as a family of three last fall. Cue the baby fever. I’m so honored you chose me to document these precious memories for your family. Welcome baby Theo!

Nagel | Wisconsin Family Mini Session

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year! Football, leaves changing and I get to see so many new and familiar faces. The Nagel Family joined me last fall for a family mini session. I met them back when their little guy was a newborn. I’m so honored to capture these moments for families! “The days are long, but the years are short.”

Campbell | Milwaukee Family Lifestyle Session

Who misses summer? I’m taking you back to last August when the Campbell family visited Wisconsin. This is the second year in a row I’ve had the honor to take their pictures. Mommy and Me sessions are so much fun! <3

Finn | Wisconsin Family Lifestyle Session

Happy New Year! It’s been awhile since I’ve updated the blog. I’m excited to share with you sessions from this past fall. First up is Finn! He joined me in my new Waukesha studio to capture his 6 month milestone back in November. It’s so nice to see families again and watch how much their children have grown. You can see more from his Newborn Lifestyle Session here.