Couples boudoir

Fun Engagement PhotosShane and AmandaI've been preparing for an upcoming wedding and realized I hadn't blogged about a fun engagement shoot with Shane and Amanda. This shoot was extra special for me not only on a professional level, but also on a personal level.I met Amanda and Shane about three years ago when I started exploring Fashion and Model photography. In those three years, I have been able to work with Amanda on a couple different occasions either at a photoshoot just for he ......

The Art of IllusionA couple weeks ago a young lady reached out to me about pictures. She wanted something fun, something flirty and maybe a little sexy. BUT, she was concerned about her professional image and didn??™t want to be portrayed inappropriately. This sounded perfect for me! After discussing several themes, we decided a lake shoot would be best. Early on a Sunday morning, we loaded up with a few swimsuits and a large hat and headed to a local lake. ......

Shoot includes:Dress Selection/Planning MeetingWedding Dress suitable for trashingApproximately 90 Minute PhotoshootAll* images delivered through an online file sharing app (Dropbox or similar)An afternoon of fun.

My photography journey started more than 20 years ago. While my children were at their sports practices, I practiced photography. Through the years, I learned to shoot a variety of sports and action events building a successful sports photography business. As my children grew and started families of their own, I realized that a quality picture was more than just a post on Facebook or Instagram. Pictures are time spent with your family. Pictures are tears of joy and tears o ......

Celebrating Mom…There's one day a year dedicated to that someone special in everyone's lives, mom. She's our jack-of-all-trades, one-of-kind superhero and she deserves some special treatment. Whether you surprise her with a gift, a kind gesture or a day of fun, here's 21 ideas on how to celebrate this Mother's Day.Give mom a day to herself to rejuvenate and relax with a facial, massage or beauty treatment.Make a photo album with all your favorite pictures and memories spent with mom over the y ......

Photo Ready MakeupWhen it comes to makeup there's several different trends and looks that are appropriate for different purposes. It's important to note that camera-ready, stage, everyday and red carpet all have varying techniques. Here's a few tips on how to make your look fantastic for the camera!Moisturize - It's important to have hydrated skin to give your makeup a smooth surface to apply to.Prep Skin - Along with keeping your skin hydrated, you want to give your base a foundation for succes ......

Tips on how to prep for your Senior photoshoot... Believe it not, your session with your photographer is not the most important part of your photoshoot. It's all in the preparation. Getting the photos of your dreams is all about encapsulating your personal style and personality, so here are some tips on how to make the most of your time in front of the camera to tell a story all about you.Know what you wantHave an idea of the vibe, scene or image you're wanting to portray with you photos. I ......

I've recently been getting a lot of questions about what happened to the client galleries on my website. The short answer to that is simple: They're gone.Online client galleries have been both a blessing and a curse for a number of years. They are certainly an easy and convenient way to show clients the pictures we shot. It also allows my clients to select the pictures they would like to order. On the surface, that sounds like a good thing. BUT…There were pr ......

When Sheridan approached me about shooting her wedding, I was beyond thrilled. I have gotten to know her over the years and have developed a strong sense of respect for her. You see, I generally limit myself to no more than five weddings per year. So, when Sheridan asked if I would shoot her wedding, I knew without hesitation that one more of my five slots had just been filled!Scott and Sheridan exchanged their wedding vows on family property in mid Feb ......

The end of January is quickly approaching which means it's time to start planning for the most lovely holiday of the year, and sometimes the most pressured.Summing up all your love in one gift can be challenging, to the point you settle for the teddy bear, chocolate (although chocolate is always a safe route) and flowers on your way home from work. The stress of finding an amazing gift and planning the perfect date can make Valentine's Day feel more like Halloween.Have no fear, it's not October, ......