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While many worry that childhood passes too quickly, photographer and mother of five Meg Loeks has found a way to preserve its fleeting magic. Through her lens, she transforms everyday moments into enchanting, storybook-like images that can be cherished forever.

Living in the remote beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Meg captures the wonder in the ordinary—turning simple family moments into extraordinary memories. From the quiet anticipation of a new baby to the boundless joy of watching her children grow, her photographs radiate warmth, innocence, and the profound bond between a mother and her little ones.

More than just a family album, her work is a heartfelt tribute to motherhood and the timeless beauty of childhood.

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A child standing amid tall sunflowers, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Child in a pink tutu peers into a bucket, surrounded by chickens in tutus, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Meg unveiled in an interview with Bored Panda that she originally started with film at a young age and developed her own prints.

    "I switched to digital when my first child was born and have been photographing my family since," the artist recalled.

    "My work has shifted over the years especially as my children get older and I find myself diving into self-portraiture more and more as a creative outlet," she added.

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    Child in a snorkel looking at a smoky bath, capturing the magic of childhood with stuffed sea creatures nearby.

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    Child on a blue bicycle with a duck in the basket, capturing the magic of childhood in nature.

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    When asked about her favorite photo she's ever taken, Meg shared that probably it would be a recent self-portrait she created inspired by the French painter Francine Van Hove, called Languid Femininity.

    "I love it because it was challenging to create, and more importantly because of the meaning behind it," Meg said.

    "My oldest son has been diagnosed with leukemia twice. He's currently at the end of his second treatment. This portrait encapsulates support from so many people in my life, self-care, resiliency, letting go and processing emotions," the woman explained.

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    Child jumping rope with a chicken, showcasing the magic of childhood, captured beautifully against a green background.

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    Childhood magic captured through a mother's lens: a child joyfully sledding in snowy forest with a teddy bear.

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    Meg sees her time behind the camera as an essential form of self-care—an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with her creative spirit.

    "No matter how busy I am (everyone's 'busy,' right?), I try to carve out quiet time to brainstorm ideas," she said.

    "Sometimes that quiet time is in my car after dropping my kids off at school, and sometimes it's time spent outside going on a short walk," she noted.

    Meg also mentioned that she always has a running list of ideas that she keeps in her planner to keep her motivated and inspired.

    "This is a place where I organize my thoughts and sometimes draw out my ideas," she added.

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    A child feeds chickens in a misty field, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Child with long hair and a blue dress, holding flowers. Capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Mother with a cup and child holding a book, surrounded by flowers, capturing the magic of childhood in an artistic setting.

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    Child in a forest blowing on a dandelion, captured with the magic of childhood in a mother's lens.

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    Child modeling strength with a dumbbell, embodying the magic of childhood, while sitting on a bunk bed.

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    Young girl holding pancakes, standing in front of a cabinet filled with green dishes, highlighting the magic of childhood.

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    Children joyfully eating corn, captured through a mother's lens showcasing the magic of childhood moments.

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    Child in a forest, looking up in wonder, showcasing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Childhood magic captured as a young girl, holding a bucket, stands among chickens under a clothesline in a rustic setting.

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    A child in denim overalls watches a hen and chicks on a mailbox, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Childhood magic captured as a baby in a yellow bonnet peeks through lace curtains, smiling up warmly.

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    Child in a red scarf lies on autumn leaves, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Mother capturing childhood magic in cozy kitchen scene, with kids and a dog, as she reads a book.

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    A child in a warm coat and cap admires a tiny snowman on a tree stump, capturing the magic of childhood in winter.

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    Child exploring a magical forest, capturing the essence of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    A child dressed in a toga stands holding a glowing wand, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Children playing in the snow with a sled, capturing the magic of childhood in a snowy forest scene.

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    Child explores icy cave wonderland, captured through a mother's lens, embodying the magic of childhood.

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    Mother holding child in peaceful garden, capturing the magic of childhood moments through a mother's lens.

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    A child in a green dress surrounded by paper snowflakes, capturing the magic of childhood through a lens.

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    Child peacefully asleep in crib, showcasing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Baby sitting in a sink surrounded by flowers, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Two children in cozy outfits enjoying an apple orchard, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Young girl in pigtails holding a plate of donuts, surrounded by vintage cups and plates, capturing childhood magic.

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    Mother captures childhood magic as daughter gazes out window in vintage room.

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    Children exploring nature together, with a small child reaching a mailbox assisted by an older sibling, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    A child exploring vibrant lilacs, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Childhood magic captured as a girl bakes using a mixer, with her mother holding a cookbook in the kitchen.

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    Child in autumn attire with leaf crown and red scarf, capturing childhood magic in nature.

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    Mother braiding daughter’s hair in a vintage room, capturing the magic of childhood moments.

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    Mother guiding child in baking, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Child in a white dress on a swing, surrounded by grass and flowers, portraying childhood magic.

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    Mother and baby on a bed, capturing the magic of childhood with a book and cup of coffee nearby.

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    Girl with braided hair under a floral umbrella, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Childhood magic captured as a girl in a dress reaches for autumn leaves, surrounded by vibrant fall colors.

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    A serene childhood moment captured, with a young girl in a soft dress holding a book amidst flowers and fabrics.

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    Baby in cozy knit outfit surrounded by colorful yarn balls, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Child with popsicles and sunglasses, surrounded by colorful umbrellas, capturing the magic of childhood through photography.

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    Child with curlers and mirror, sleeping peacefully, capturing the magic of childhood in a dreamy setting.

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    Mother with a mixing bowl and child playing with spaghetti, capturing childhood magic through a mother’s lens.

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    Child laying on grass surrounded by pink flowers, capturing childhood magic through a mother’s lens.

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    Child exploring nature amid flowers, embodying the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Young girl lying in a field of blue flowers, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Mother watches as her two children with backpacks head outside, capturing the magic of childhood adventures.

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    Mother and child sharing a moment at the window, with rustic charm and a glimpse of childhood magic.

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    Children in winter coats mailing letters in a snowy forest, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Child enjoying nature, wrapped in a scarf, surrounded by lush green ferns, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Mother and child in nature, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens in a serene setting.

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    Child swinging joyfully in autumn forest, captured through a mother’s lens.

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    Child with plaited hair playing in a cozy room, a cat watching from the couch; a glimpse into the magic of childhood.

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    A mother captures the magic of childhood as her daughter sits with braided hair and vintage dress in a rustic kitchen setting.

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    Childhood magic captured as a girl in a pink coat and scarf stands among green pine trees.

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    Child in bear costume at window, touching glass with snow falling outside, capturing magic of childhood.

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    A child sprinkles powdered sugar over gingerbread houses, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Childhood magic captured by mother; two girls with braided hair looking in a mirror, shadows reflecting on the wall.

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    Childhood magic captured through a mother’s lens: a young girl in green jacket and red bandana posing confidently.

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    Children playing tug-of-war in a field, showcasing the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    Girl playing chess with a chicken, capturing the magic of childhood through a creative lens.

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    Mother and child in a cozy room with toys, capturing the magic of childhood through a mother's lens.

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    Mother and daughter at a table with stacks of pancakes and a chicken, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Childhood magic captured through a lens: a girl with a magnifying glass, vintage TV, and a chicken, surrounded by toys and popcorn.

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    Children celebrating with sweets and party hats, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    Mother holding laundry basket, while child in orange dress picks up clothes, capturing childhood magic and nostalgia.

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    A mother and daughter in a cozy room, capturing the magic of childhood moments through photography.

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    Childhood magic captured by mother: girl in tire swing reaches for chick in grass.

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    Childhood magic captured as a girl in a yellow dress lies on grass, framed by a blue bike wheel.

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    Mother and child in a garden, surrounded by lilacs, capturing the magic of childhood.

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    The Magic Of Childhood Through A Mother’s Lens

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    Child at a table with pie, surrounded by colorful dishes, showcasing childhood magic. A reflection of a woman in the mirror.

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    Child in vibrant outfit holding a camera, capturing the magic of childhood in front of a red house with green accents.

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    Child with braided hair in a grey dress, embodying the magic of childhood through a mother’s lens.

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    A mother and child in purple dresses admire lilacs, capturing the magic of childhood in a garden setting.

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