Photography by Monroe

Photography by Monroe Memories: a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose. Can I give you my Pinterest board with all my ideas?

In choosing Photography by Monroe you will receive photographic memories to last a lifetime. I believe everyone’s story is important and needs to be shared. I specialize in family, children, engagement, wedding & senior portraits.


****Frequently Asked Questions******

When is my session fee due? In order to (attempt to) organize the chaos which is my life, all session fees are due within 7 days

of booking your date and time. I accept Venmo, Paypal, cash or check written out to Leah Monroe. What if the weather isn't nice or someone is ill the day of our session? I keep days open on my calendar for any rescheduling needs due to weather. I do my best to accommodate changes in bookings due to illness or emergencies. Please understand that rescheduling may result in changes to location and times to fit you into my calendar. I love Pinterest. No seriously. It is one of my favorite ways to pass the time. I do not mind looking over your Pinterest board to get an idea of what you like for pictures, but please understand that you booked with me most likely because of the work you have seen on my page, or maybe because you saw a friends session. If there are 1 or 2 Pinterest pictures you just have to have, I'll be happy to replicate them for you, but please do not expect me to copy your entire Pinterest board. You will be much happier with a session that reflects you and your family as individuals versus being a clone of someone else's work that has been copied several times over due to Pinterest. What colors should my family wear for a session? Your session is all about your individual sense of style, with that being said try to stick to a base of family colors. (Earth tones, Greys, etc.) Different shades of blues always look good together. Reds are a little trickier to match up. You can mix and match patterns, but keep it to a minimum. For my own family sessions I like to go with the 2/3-1 ratio. 2 or 3 main colors (Blue/Grey/White) and 1 pop of color (coral). I'm happy to look over your outfits via messenger if you feel insecure and want some opinions! Where do I see my pictures? Once edited all sessions are loaded into a private gallery just for you. I will message you with the link, password to access the gallery and another password to download the digital images. Images do not expire and are accessible 24/7/365 once editing is completed. Where do I print my pictures? I highly suggest www.mpix.com or www.nationsphotolab.com for reprinting. Please note that if you go to Walmart, Walgreens, Shutterfly, etc that the images produced are not a true indication of the digital file. Colors, contrast, exposure, etc are very different at each of the box store labs. Trust me. Go with the suggestions I have given. You won't be disappointed! How soon can I see my images? Editing can take up to a week. I try my hardest to get sneak peeks up on my page within a day or two of your session, but please understand life circumstances may delay editing or uploading sneak peeks.

And I cannot discount the feelings of the mama with her last senior. I've done all 3 of the Jepsen boys' senior pictures...
08/28/2026

And I cannot discount the feelings of the mama with her last senior. I've done all 3 of the Jepsen boys' senior pictures and to know Joel & Sarah is to love them. The most down to earth, funny and sweet folks. I asked her last night how she was doing with this being her last round of firsts and wasn't shocked by her answer. I am beyond grateful that God decided to give us Ben unexpectedly so I have plenty of time to brace my heart for what Sarah is experiencing.

Also...can we take a moment to appreciate not only this amazing head of hair band hair, but a boy after my own heart with having his pet chicken in his senior pics!? Paige was SO excited to see those images as I edited last night. If you know her, she's already planning which chickens will make the cut for her own pictures in 2 years.

Some seniors hit harder than others. For me it's this girl. I tried to figure out just why that is. I think it's because...
08/28/2026

Some seniors hit harder than others. For me it's this girl. I tried to figure out just why that is. I think it's because not only have I watched her grow up through photographs on her moms page, but because she's the oldest of 3 girls, looks just like her own mama and reminds me with that big heart of hers of my own senior.

I think I've been mentally shutting out the fact that I'm sharing this new chapter with Gracie's mama and it all came crashing down HARD the last few days as I photographed her session and spent several late nights editing.

How do you seasoned mamas get through this? I've been trying to focus on the positives, the fact I get to experience this chapter and witness all the amazing things from the sidelines. The fact that many women pray to be able to have this experience. I am trying. I really am, but oh my heart is heavy knowing these images broke my heart just a fraction of what it will likely do to Beth's even more.

Send prayers folks - for us first time moms of senior kids this milestone isn't easy.

I swear this years seniors are KILLING IT! Maybe it's because I'm extra invested with it also being Evalyn's graduating ...
08/12/2026

I swear this years seniors are KILLING IT! Maybe it's because I'm extra invested with it also being Evalyn's graduating class, but it's hitting a little differently this year. This kid was fantastic, funny and so freakin' cute! Have a great senior year kiddo!

Is it almost midnight on a school night? Ok maybe not a "school" night, but I do have to be up to do adult work things i...
07/22/2026

Is it almost midnight on a school night? Ok maybe not a "school" night, but I do have to be up to do adult work things in 6 hours. Am I probably going to regret staying up to edit this entire session tonight? Most likely. Did that stop me from doing it anyway? Nope.

Ayden - I had a blast sparring with you. Absolutely, 100%, exactly what I needed to end this craptastic day was a sassy kid laughing at my jokes and surprising me with one liners himself. It was a beautiful evening reminding me why I said "yes" to these younger siblings of former seniors this year. Enjoy your last year of high school kiddo!

Also, when you show up in the official mom outfit of the night...you take a picture together.

Here's one of the most tender hearted guys. You may know him from one of his many acting parts on the Westby stage, the ...
07/18/2026

Here's one of the most tender hearted guys. You may know him from one of his many acting parts on the Westby stage, the latest being Reverend Shaw Moore in Footloose. He'll be performing in the upcoming production of "Little Shop Of Horrors" in Viroqua alongside some fellow classmates. I spent a little time last night honoring this next chapter of life. What a blessing to be a part of this time for all the upcoming Seniors.

LoLaLar Lavender opened their sweet farm to me to capture a few Senior sessions. What a truly magical place! This is the...
07/07/2026

LoLaLar Lavender opened their sweet farm to me to capture a few Senior sessions. What a truly magical place! This is the last week for U Pick Lavender. They have the cutest farm store as well! FULL of goodies! Give them a look!

When the first Senior out of the gate has a session that looks like an album drop - you know it's going to be a great se...
06/28/2026

When the first Senior out of the gate has a session that looks like an album drop - you know it's going to be a great season. Class of 2027 it is your turn.

Anyone who knows me knows I am not ok. Evalyn will be a senior this upcoming year. I'm equal parts happy and sad for this upcoming chapter. If I randomly start crying at the very few sessions I have this summer for her classmates - just politely ignore me and carry on.

These rolls were super good and my coworkers were gifted with some focaccia to try. Please give Evalyn some love and go ...
03/27/2026

These rolls were super good and my coworkers were gifted with some focaccia to try. Please give Evalyn some love and go like Rooted in Faith Café

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