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May 5, 2016

This one is special, y’all. I’m not sure if it’s because Nathan and I have been friends since we were 5. Or, if it’s because Jillian has one of the kindest hearts I know. Or, if it’s because I am beyond thrilled that these two gems found one another. Or, if it’s because this day was […]

Brandi and Jon were married on New Years Eve at The Retreat at Bradley’s Pond in Tallahassee. It rained almost their entire day, but despite what many brides would consider their worst nightmare, Brandi remained calm the entire day. It wasn’t the weather that mattered the most, or having perfect light for photos (although I would’ve […]

Meet Jereima. Affectionately known, as Jeri, she was born in Panama and moved to Miami when she was 4 years old. She has the prettiest smile, and the most infectious laugh. About a year and a half ago, I met Jeri, standing in the halls of the Governor’s Mansion. It was my first night on […]

Nestled on the border of the Everglades and Marco Island is Goodland –  a small fishing town in Southwest Florida. The type of place you accidentally end up, and then decide you never want to leave. Occupying only 222 acres, Goodland boasts a short list of eateries and bars, each one unique from the next […]

Today marks one year that I have been photographing for Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott. January 12, 2015, I walked into the FL Capitol completely ignorant of what my job would require or how my life would change. The past 365 days have been some of the most challenging yet rewarding. As […]