Time of Your Life Photography

Time of Your Life Photography www.timeofyourlifephotos.com Hi, friends! I'm Mendy...and I'm the girl behind the camera. Ha! But seriously, the ocean is my happy place.

I thought I'd take a minute and introduce myself, even though this kind of stuff is way out of my comfort zone. 🙈

I love nature, sunsets, and water. If you've had a session with me I probably recommended a water location at sunset. I'm definitely more comfortable behind the camera than in front of it, but helping you and your family feel relaxed and comfortable during your session, so we can capture all that magic in your images, is my joy. I took a leap of faith and started Time of Your Life Photography over a decade ago, but I've had a passion for photography for as long as I can remember. I'm so grateful to be able to do something that gives my life meaning, and your family's true love and genuine moments that are captured in my images is so priceless. There's nothing that's more important to me than the people in my life, and I love photographing people and families and capturing those real moments filled with raw emotion and genuine connection. You won't be able to carry your children forever, they will grow up quickly. Their tiny hands will turn into big hands. The laughing, playing, tickling, and snuggling will be outgrown. (Trust me, my babies are 20 and 24😭) My goal is always to create for you, the kind of images I wish I had for myself. All of those moments and details that make up your life deserve to be captured. These moments are passing and this time is fleeting. You and your family deserve beautiful images that capture your family's love and this time of your life exactly as it is...to be cherished forever. All of the families that I photograph become like family to me and I love developing those connections with all of you. I have been blessed to travel and work with some of the best photographers in the world and I always pour my heart and soul into every session and every image and my goal is not only for you to love and cherish your images forever, but your entire experience with me as well. And I'm here for you every step of the way. Let's play in the sunshine together and create some beautiful memories for your family. 💛✨

Now booking 2023 sessions and weddings!

What if family pictures felt less like family pictures… and more like this?Barefoot. Running. Playing. Laughing until yo...
08/23/2026

What if family pictures felt less like family pictures… and more like this?

Barefoot. Running. Playing. Laughing until your cheeks hurt. Loving on your people. Letting the kids be kids. Watching the sun disappear into the ocean.

No worrying about everyone looking at the camera.
No trying to make your kids behave.
No forcing anything that doesn’t feel like you.

Because the best photographs aren’t necessarily the ones where everyone is looking and smiling.

They’re the ones that take you right back.

To how little they were.
How hard you laughed.
The way their little hand felt in yours.
The way they still wanted to be held.
How much fun you had together.
How it felt to be your family, right then.

So forget about perfect.

Go play. Get messy. Love on your people. Have the time of your life.

I’ll make sure you never forget the way it felt. 💛✨

P.S. Iowa friends — I have just two sessions left in October. If you’ve been meaning to get on my calendar, this is me lovingly telling you not to wait. 🤍

16 years ago today, I mustered up the courage to turn my love for photography into a business.What a wild adventure it’s...
06/16/2026

16 years ago today, I mustered up the courage to turn my love for photography into a business.

What a wild adventure it’s been.

I had no idea all the incredible places it would take me, the beautiful people I would meet, or the stories I would have the privilege of documenting along the way.

That one decision gave me a life beyond anything I ever could have imagined.

Forever grateful I took the leap. 💛✨

And if you’ve been feeling your own pull toward starting a photography business—or even just growing your skills—consider this your sign. 😊

Mentoring has become one of my favorite things to offer because I know firsthand how much the right guidance and encouragement can change everything.

So to celebrate 16 years in business, I’m offering $100 off all Zoom and in-person mentoring sessions through June 22.

Whether you’re looking for guidance, encouragement, help refining your work, or support building a business that feels aligned with who you are, I’d love to help.

A $100 retainer is due at booking, with the remaining balance due by the day of your mentorship. Payment plans are always available.

Just send me a message and we’ll chat. 💛

Iowa friends, Fall Sessions are officially open. ✨If you’ve been thinking about booking a family session, maternity sess...
06/10/2026

Iowa friends, Fall Sessions are officially open. ✨

If you’ve been thinking about booking a family session, maternity session, couples session, senior session, or simply want to document this season of life, I’d love to see you.

Available session dates:

🍂 September 29 & 30

🍂 October 1, 4, 7 & 8

View available dates and book here:

https://book.usesession.com/i/x0_4htbFK

I can’t wait to see some familiar faces and create something beautiful together. 🫶

In case anyone was wondering… I’m still here. 😅🙋‍♀️Life has been a little wild lately, so I thought I’d pop in with a co...
06/09/2026

In case anyone was wondering… I’m still here. 😅🙋‍♀️

Life has been a little wild lately, so I thought I’d pop in with a couple of updates.

A couple of months ago, we found a beautiful property in Arkansas that we completely fell in love with, and we’ve been spending our days getting it ready to build a cabin. So I’ve been a little MIA around here, but there’s a lot going on behind the scenes. 😅

And for my Iowa friends…

I’ll be back in Iowa September 26–October 11, and I’m opening up just a handful of session spots while I’m there.

I’ll officially release dates tomorrow, but if you’d like first dibs, send me a message and I’ll get you on the list. 😊

Now that I’ve finally resurfaced, I have so much to share.

Starting with this beautiful session on the Oregon coast with the sweetest little family. ✨

I’ve been building something quietly behind the scenes — and I’d love for you to be part of it. ✨Come follow along → The...
11/12/2025

I’ve been building something quietly behind the scenes — and I’d love for you to be part of it. ✨

Come follow along → The Soulful Rising
And on Instagram: .soulful.rising 🌙

Watching my son with the woman who holds his heart — there aren’t enough words for the way that feels.I’ve watched him g...
10/10/2025

Watching my son with the woman who holds his heart — there aren’t enough words for the way that feels.

I’ve watched him grow from the boy who’d race through the backyard barefoot (batman cape flying behind him 😉)
into the man who now stands steady, gentle, and so deeply kind.

And seeing him with her…
it’s like watching a prayer answered in real time.

The way she looks at him, the way they fit —
it’s everything a mother hopes her child will find.

Photographing them here, among these wild red rocks and golden light,
I wasn’t just capturing a moment —
I was witnessing the love they’ve built,
the kind that only deepens with time.

Here’s to love that feels like peace.
And to the honor of watching your own child find it. 🌙

Oh, Ruby! You stole the show...and my heart! ✨💛
10/10/2025

Oh, Ruby! You stole the show...and my heart! ✨💛

A little sneak peek into a day that felt like magic. ✨No rush. No show.Just them — heart-deep in the kind of love that f...
10/07/2025

A little sneak peek into a day that felt like magic. ✨
No rush. No show.
Just them — heart-deep in the kind of love that feels like home.

Garden of the Gods, you outdid yourself again.
And these two? Pure gold.

www.timeofyourlifephotos.com

Just a heads up…I’ll be in Colorado the next few days photographing a very special elopement (and I can’t wait to share ...
10/01/2025

Just a heads up…I’ll be in Colorado the next few days photographing a very special elopement (and I can’t wait to share more soon 🤍).

Also — there are only 3 full sessions left in October. If you’ve been thinking about booking a fall session, now’s the time to grab your spot. 🍂

www.timeofyourlifephotos.com

🌿 Class of 2026 — this is your last chance to capture your senior portraits before the fall colors fade. October spots a...
09/16/2025

🌿 Class of 2026 — this is your last chance to capture your senior portraits before the fall colors fade. October spots are almost gone, and once they’re filled, that’s it until spring. If you’ve been waiting, now’s the moment. Let’s make your senior portraits soulful, intentional, and true to you.

www.timeofyourlifephotos.com

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