When you have the rare opportunity of stumbling upon others in the wedding industry who are striving for the same thing, something truly special happens. This garden styled wedding was a result of just that. Designed by the amazingly talented Ayo of ayofemi.com with floral work by a true favorite and new friend, Carte Blanche Design, we pulled […]

Chrissy and Matthew have a joy and chemistry about them that lights up a room. All the way from California, they planned a garden-inspired day at the Windmill Winery’s gorgeous Lakehouse. You two are a true joy. Thanks for letting me share your day with you! Thanks to all that made this such a gorgeous […]

I felt like I had a smile on my face for days following this celebration (Andy can testify about how many times I said, “Oh, and ‘this’ and ‘that’ happened and Alyssa and Austin ‘this’ and ‘that’…”). Every couple I have the pleasure of photographing radiates joy on their wedding day, but Alyssa and Austin […]

Now THIS was something special. Shooting this desert inspired alternative wedding was a dream. That gown–seriously??! The flow of the fabric is like every girl’s dream. Gorgeous floral design by one of my favorites, Sarah’s Garden, made it truly special as well. I had a blast getting to know more of the local creative industry […]

Remember 2 months ago when I wrote that blog post on taking risks? Well, I’m beyond excited to share a little project with you that was a piece behind that post. I was extremely honored to be requested to create a shoot centered around the cross for the anniversary issue of Angelic Mag. Angelic is a […]

I sure hope the internet world hasn’t gotten sick of seeing this cute little baby face already. I have truly become one of “those moms” who takes and posts too many photos of their little (and even low quality iPhone photos too–funny how that doesn’t seem to matter to a professional photographer anymore when its […]

So honored to capture the beauty of such a dear person to my heart. The most inspiring thing I see in Anna is this incredible ability to accept and see the value in others when most would pass by. Anna, I’m so honored to get to share the value and beauty I see in YOU […]

There’s been nothing up to this point of my life that has been so much a taste of heaven as bringing a new life into the world. I’m in total awe of this little man (I get to call him mine?!) that made his entry 5/16. The last three weeks have been full of joy, […]

  Today marks 6 days past your expected arrival, baby. We are so excited, and yet the wait is, in some ways, one of the hardest things we’ve had to endure. I’m understanding the phrase more and more, “Hope deferred makes the heart grow sick” (Proverbs 13:12). I’m so glad the rest finishes with, “…but […]