Helen Merz Photography

02/28/2026

I had the pleasure and delight of capturing in studio newborn portraits with and their precious bundle of joy, Emersyn. Emersyn was awake the entire time but that didn’t stop us from capturing beautiful moments with this new family.

We even got a holiday bonus! The holiday decor was still up for us to capture them in their Christmas pjs.

01/12/2026

It’s time to hear another Starter Story! This episode dives into her 8-year journey to opening up her Pilates practice in her home. Make sure you listen to the end to hear her piece advice for other Starties embarking on their entrepreneurial journey

12/10/2025

Starting Something with Helen Merz Podcast is LIVE!! Listen to the first two episodes now.

Entrepreneurship Podcast · Updated Biweekly · Starting Something with Helen Merz is a podcast all about, well... starting something! Whether you're starting a new hobby, business venture, or creative endeavor, we'll get into the journey of how …

11/29/2025

In honor of I’m sharing some images from ’s latest branding update! If you haven’t stopped into this magical gift shop located in downtown you need to. Kara’s one of my favorite shop keepers, educators, and suburban nature enthusiast.

You’ll find everything you need to make your suburban yard an oasis for the wildlife that inhabit it. Stop in today, this holiday season, and throughout the year for all the goodies and birdseed you need!

11/25/2025

Come as you are is one of the tenants of Helen Merz Photography. When you show up as your authentic self, your images sparkle ✨

11/18/2025

A fun recap of my Dad’s Surprise 70th Birthday is now available in my Field Notes. Link in bio for all the fun!

11/17/2025

Client gifts never looked so good ✨ Holiday Blend Bird seed by is a major hit with all of my mini session participants 😍

11/16/2025

Jumping on the audio trend for this post. Flashing back to September’s Private Mini Session with & family. We had beautiful weather and a little fun after the last photo 😉 🐈 🏃‍♀️ 🌲 I love private mini sessions because they’re perfect bite sized sessions that fit with everyone’s schedules.

11/03/2025

2025 Heights Holiday Minis are happening this month and this month only!! We have 3 dates and we have 26 families joining us. I can’t wait to photograph each and every one.

Galleries are delivered two weeks after your session so you have plenty of time to order holiday cards and gifts with your images. Tis the season!!