Donating Life


Eight years ago, this beautiful family was one of the first clients I photographed. Their oldest daughter was just a baby, bundled up in adorable snow gear and ear muffs while we took pictures at a Christmas tree farm. Now, years later, they've added to their family in more ways than one - a wonderful new baby girl, and an unexpected autoimmune disease for Mom. After the birth of their first girl, Mom's health deteriorated, leading to the discovery of her liver disease. After the birth of their second girl, Dad became the rock of the family as Mom underwent a liver transplant. With Mom now on the road to recovery, their love as a family shines brighter than ever - in part because of a willing organ donor. This family would like to encourage everyone to "say yes" to organ and tissue donation. For those interested in learning more about organ donation in Wisconsin, please visit the WDHS website.

Family of four posing outdoors in fall with vibrant red autumn trees in the background.
Family sitting on a wooden bench surrounded by colorful red and orange autumn foliage.
Black and white photo of a family of four laughing together on a bench in a park.
Young girl in a pink beret and fur vest looking down at a red maple leaf she holds.
Close-up of a child in a fur vest holding a vibrant red maple leaf in autumn.
Family of four sitting on a bench, two young girls smiling amid bright red fall foliage.
Two young sisters posing in front of vivid red autumn trees, older girl in pink beret smiling.
A young girl in a pink beret kisses her little sister holding a red maple leaf in an autumn park.
Two young sisters hug and smile together by a wooden fence surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.
A smiling girl in a pink beret and fur vest holds red maple leaves in a colorful autumn park.
A cheerful young girl in a pink beret and fur vest poses with crossed arms in an autumn park.
A laughing toddler in a denim jacket sits on a bench with stunning red autumn trees behind her.
An adorable smiling toddler in a denim jacket looks up at the camera among fallen autumn leaves.
A happy family of four poses together in front of brilliant red fall foliage in a park.
A loving family shares a tender moment together beside a wooden fence with vivid autumn trees.