I grew up in front of a camera participating in pageants and modeling, which means I know what it’s like to have no direction at a photoshoot and leave disappointed. I know what it’s like to be on the other side of the lens, stressed over posing. Do I look awkward? How’s my smile? Am I sporting a double chin??

But here’s the thing: My number one priority is making sure you never feel that way after a session – especially your wedding day. I’ll coach you and help pose you so you never feel or look awkward. But I also step away when I know the moment needs to be captured. You will not find me posing you during a first look, or on the dance floor. My approach is to document your day the way it is, but also help you when help is needed. Photos are not just about how you appear in the end result, but also the memories that go along with them. When you book with me, you’ll treasure not only the pictures taken, but the memories we made along the way.

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The best way to figure out if a photographer is right for you is to book an engagement session. This will ensure that you choose the right person. AND, engagement sessions are great practice for the wedding day. You’ll learn poses and other tips so everything goes smoother on your special day.

Once you have narrowed down your search, make sure your fiancé is also on board. Then trust your gut! You can’t go wrong with trusting your natural instincts. 

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This business was built from loss.. BUT  it’s fueled by purpose. After losing my mom, I quickly realized how priceless a single photo can be. Time moves fast, but photos help us hold onto what matters.

I believe Jesus gave me the gift of seeing those moments. The quiet, in-between ones, and the eyes to notice them. From the big “I do” to the small tear on grandma’s cheek,I’m here to see what others might miss and make sure it lives on through your photos.

Because these aren’t just photos. They’re the pieces of your story that last forever.


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You want to feel fully present on your wedding day—to soak in every moment without constantly worrying about the camera. You want someone who can capture the real, not just the posed. Someone who sees both the big, obvious moments and the small, quiet ones that often go unnoticed.


You want a photographer who can do more than tell you where to stand—you want someone who gently guides, prompts, and then steps back to let the magic unfold. You want to laugh, cry, dance, and take it all in knowing someone you trust is there to document it all.

You want memories frozen in time—images that feel like you and look like they came straight out of a storybook. Photos that are timeless, natural, and full of emotion. The kind you’ll look back on in 30 years and still feel exactly how that moment felt.

And above all, you want to feel comfortable—with the person behind the lens and with yourself in front of it.

If that sounds like you… you're in the right place. 🫶

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