This site relaunch has been a long time coming. Boy oh boy does this feel a lot more like the real me.

As far as this blog goes, I’ll try my best to keep it going with a healthy blend of photographs and words. But, like most creative humans, my inspiration comes in spurts. So consistency might be iffy.

If you have made it this far, you probably have skimmed my “About” page already. If not, make a stop there on your way out 😉 I’m going to take this opportunity to do a lengthier introduction of yours truly. It’s important to be able to connect with your photographer on a personal level. Technical skills, experience and education are all serious pros, but still they can only take a girl so far. Personality, flexibility, and confidence have taken me just as far as all of my hours with a camera in my hands. The hope is that you find a photographer who you want to stick around. They become a friend and return to photograph the next big moment. The wedding, the birth, the newborn, the family…and more. While the photographs serve as precious memories, so does the experience. The ease of the photo session will stick with you for almost as long as the images will. Walking away from a photo session feeling taken care of, confident, gorgeous and connected?? That’s the dream right there.

Of course, I’m not for everyone. No one is. Knowing that is a strength. So, here’s a handful of things you might wanna know, plus a few bonus “fun facts”.

• I love some good sarcastic banter. If it’s mixed well with some genuine realness too.
• I create a safe space the best I can during your photo shoot. So negative self talk isn’t welcome. I’ll (lovingly) shut that down real fast.
• I value authenticity. My camera is always up so that I can show you the REAL you. Not just the smiles, but the big feelings and the brief moments, too.
• Communication is a big deal! I’ll communicate with you, and I so appreciate it if you communicate with me. Anything you need on your wedding day? Feeling a little nervous before your boudoir session? Questions you have? Let me know. I’m here to help!
• I’m down for any adventure you wanna go on. And I love to take my time. I grew up playing in the water and in the trees. Making “soup” out of creek debris, gardening, catching little critters, and learning the magic that happens when you slow down and simply observe.
• I grew up as a wanna be horse girl and am still shamelessly chasing that dream.
• My husband says I own too many pairs of boots. I disagree.

There ya go, folks. A little sneak peek into my complex, vast, and slightly nutty brain. Hope you enjoy.