I will never advise you to do something I am not willing to do. My own personal brand session this week reminded me of some things I will always keep in my mind: First, I like communication before, during, and after and for me it is important that the entire process feels focused on YOU. […]
January 27, 2025
It was an absolute dream session partnering with Jessica Berrios of Beauty Up. She is a dynamic, vibrant, skilled , and beautifully confident hair stylist in the Raleigh area. She has expertise in balayage technique and goal as her goal is “as your stylist to help your hair reach its full potential without losing the […]
January 15, 2025
My oldest daughter Annikah and I had an adventure in Colombia and rang in 2025 overseas! This trip was more than just about experiencing Colombia—it was about watching my daughter transform into a more confident young woman. We truly believe that travel is one of the best investments you can make in who you are […]
January 11, 2025
I met Camellia Jade and Lucy McInnis at the Thriving Women’s Conference and just loved their energy and passion to connect women and build a business they love. Camellia shared a vision about a dance party to empower women over coffee a few weeks later and I was so excited to be invited to be […]
January 9, 2025
Some helpful tips to make sure you have phone images you love over the holidays (and always) from a Mama first, photographer second. 1. Face Natural Light It makes a huge difference for selfies! My favorite is a window with the blinds up because it diffuses the light. Seek out that soft natural light for […]
December 18, 2024
I spent a few days in Miami with Monat Gratitude documenting Gratitude Week with the team of Gratitude Ambassadors and Team Captains. This group came together from all over the US to volunteer and support the work of many amazing organizations in Miami. Monat Gratitude embraces “Gratitude is more than what we do it is […]
December 11, 2024
“What are your hobbies, interests, passions, fears, & hopes?” “What do you love about yourself?” “What is a part of your story others may not know?” “What do others say you are great at?” “What do you hope to add to the world?” These are just a few of the self-reflective questions the 5th graders […]
December 6, 2024
Photographing the World Relief Durham’s first Run for Refugees 5k on October 26, 2024 on Duke University’s East Campus was such a blast. “Right now there are over 120 million people around the globe who have been forced to leave their homes. Threatened by extreme persecution, violence, and oppression, they left behind everything familiar to seek a life free from […]
November 22, 2024
It was such a blast to photograph the Savage family at a park in their community where they love adventuring together. I love that the boys included things they love right now and we had plenty of time to just play and be silly- Real giggles over stiff fake smiles ANY DAY! Thanks and blessings […]
November 6, 2024
