Beth Fortkamp Photography

03/19/2026

baby yawns, that's all

03/10/2026

Fresh babies in hospital shirts pull on my heart. Wrinkly, sleepy, brand new — exactly as they are.
Whether you spent months planning the tiniest details and the most perfect outfit or you’re just soaking in the moment, I’m here for both. 🤍

03/03/2026

It’s March already!? Bring on the sunshine!

01/09/2026

love a good cake smash

01/06/2026

Already five days into January and wondering where the heck December went. Back to school and work and finding routine again. Happy New Year!

01/03/2026

Congratulations, Bruggemans!

Mercer Health’s first baby of the year was born on Thursday, January 1, 2026. A baby girl, Vera, born to Krista and Ross Bruggeman of St. Henry, arrived at 10:39 a.m., weighing 8 pounds, 15.4 ounces and measuring 21inches long. She was welcomed by big sister Sylvia.

The family received multiple gifts including a fresh 48 photography session by Beth Fortkamp, a Mercer Health blanket and stainless steel tumbler, a basket of baby items, a $50 gift card from The Gift Shop at Mercer Health, and more!

Fun fact: In 2025 the Mercer Health Childbirth Center helped welcome 460 babies!

12/17/2025

Less than 10 days until Christmas! 🎄

12/08/2025

half birthdays deserve celebrating too

12/03/2025

✨ Holiday Giveaway! ✨
If your Christmas card this year includes a photo I took for you, I would love to see it. I love good happy mail!
Send me a copy of your card (PM me for my address), and you’ll be entered into a little Christmas giveaway - a free mini session next year - just my way of saying thank you for letting me capture your moments.
Winner announced just before Christmas.

12/02/2025

Welcoming December with fresh snow falling and the cutest little Santa. Pure magic. ❄

11/23/2025

I had to squeeze in a beautiful fall session. 🤎