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September 4, 2017

I tend to reach for my film camera in particularly weighty seasons. The permanence of it seems the only appropriate way to shepherd my sentimental heart. Like a journal, film records my emotions and stores them up for sunny and rainy days alike. A woman twice my age, who grew up with 35mm film, once […]

When work & family come together, magic is sure to happen. Brenna is my younger cousin, whom I love dearly. She has the most infectious laugh and the kindest eyes. When you talk to her, you know she’s listening. Brenna and Greg are to be married in January on the beach, and I get to […]

I had the privilege of being one of the first people to meet Ada when she made her debut. Nathan and Jillian invited me to photograph their labor and delivery process, and it truly was a privilege. I keep telling people how impressed I was by the two of them- the way they cared for […]

What a beautiful morning that I spent with these three! Aly and Zach were referred to me through Nathan and Jillian (whom I photographed engagement, wedding, maternity, hospital & newborn!!!), and from the moment I arrived, I felt like I was with friends. From making me fancy coffee to offering to help with my flat […]

The first looks has become likely the most debated aspect of a wedding day. Photographers generally support the idea, while brides often hesitate, favoring that moment that every girl has dreamt of her entire life – seeing her groom’s face when she walks down the aisle. Personally, as a photographer, I will never try to […]