“Briar, you’re ugly, and if you say anything, I’m going to punch you in the face.” I remember what year it was. I remember the grade I was in. I remember that the sun was out. I remember the hallway where it took place, and I remember thinking why in the heck is this person […]

Another amazing elopement in the redwoods! : ) These two were SO MUCH FUN! Did you know… Spending time in a redwood forest can improve your mental and physical health? Redwoods release phytoncides into the air, which can help lower blood pressure, improve sleep, and increase white blood cells. So when you book your session […]

Mike and Larissa’s goal for their wedding day was to enjoy their time together with their parents and celebrate their commitment while being their authentic selves. They opted for a 4 hour elopement and then to celebrate with friends and family back home while utilizing some of the photos we took during their elopement. In […]

  Ok, you have decided to go with an elopement, instead of a bigger traditional wedding. Next on your checklist is  to book a photographer. It doesn’t seem like the hardest thing to do in preparation for your big day. However, a lot of people can’t figure out how long to hire a photographer for […]

Wedding and elopement vows are a long standing tradition that really helps set the mood  on your special day. Vows communicate to your partner why you are meant for each other and deserve to be together for the rest of your lives. A great thing about vows is that you don’t have to be an […]

Are you a morning person or a night person? A early bird gets the worm, or a night owl? Me personally? I love the mornings!   It’s the beginning of a new day, the rising of the sun, and a great time to take some meaningful and memorable pictures. Photo sessions during this time of day […]

Jasmine contacted me over a year ago about shooting their farm wedding on their property. She had said that I had taken one of their favorite photos of them at her sister in law’s wedding. Last spring I  ventured up the gravelly four wheel drive road up to there property in my van for their […]

  How to prepare for your session (for guys) Now that you’ve booked your session, we have a few tips for you to help you get ready for your close up. Follow these guidelines the weeks leading up to your session and I’ll take care of the rest!   Choose two to three outfits to […]

Ok mama, you have finally paid the retainer and booked that family photo session, and  you may be feeling a bit apprehensive. Children aren’t always the most cooperative when it comes to photo sessions,  which is why the below tips will definitely come in handy before your upcoming photo session.   1. Don’t make a […]