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January 29, 2024

Erin and Justin were married on a sunny, spring afternoon in Asheville, North Carolina – one of their favorite places to visit as a couple. When I think back on photographing their wedding day, I remember the ever present joy on Erin’s face, she and Justin’s go-with-the-flow attitude, the vibrant hues in the stunning bouquets […]

My how I love photographing my friends! Stephanie was my church community group leader three years ago. After moving to Alabama for law school, she reconnected with an old high school boyfriend and spoiler alert – they really hit it off (again). I was thrilled when I saw the news of their engagement and even […]

Amelia and Josh were married at Maclay Gardens State Park in Tallahassee on a clear morning in late February. It was one of those perfect spring days when it’s warm in the light and cool in the shade. The gardens were in full bloom, showing off for all of the out of town guests. Following […]

Over the years, I’ve worked with a number of talented interior designers in Tallahassee to photograph their work. The process of photographing interiors is much different than photographing people. During weddings, engagement, or family sessions, I am constantly on the move – chasing active children, capturing dancing couples, and ever changing emotions. But with interiors, […]

Paige and Greg were married at Goodwood Museum and Gardens on a clear October afternoon. Their day was marked by an unmistakable joy from everyone involved that made my job quite easy! Happy bride, happy photographer – I think that’s how the saying goes, right? 😉 It was truly an honor to witness and document […]