1. Have a day of fun. One last hoorah is a great way to end the summer and bring in the school year. Have the kids write down 3 things they want to do. Pick at least one thing from each and HAVE FUN. Take a day off work if you can! (And take lots of... Read More →

Mother’s Day is here, and it’s my eleventh Mother’s Day as a mom. My world shifted so significantly in becoming a mom that I almost can’t remember who I was before. I had goals, but they were selfish goals. I had a really organized house, but I never had a home like I do now. I didn’t have... Read More →

It was my birthday weekend, and I’d spent most of it working on a design project. I wanted to go to the beach. I needed to. Something in me just HAD to feel the sand and the breeze and the waves. So at around 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, we drove the hour it takes... Read More →

A few years ago, I was introduced to LaVerne at a Craft & Hobby Association convention. We were kindred spirits and became fast friends. And she kinda changed my life. We were going to Best Buy to get me a new flash, so I could take pictures of the product samples and she told me,... Read More →

1. Take ‘Golden Hour’ Portraits The hour before the sun goes down is called the ‘Golden Hour’ for its soft, golden light. Take advantage of the outer light of the sun and the inner light inside your excited kids. Shoot them ‘in character.’ Ask them about how excited they are to go trick or treating.... Read More →

If you’re here from Karen’s blog post, here’s a gratuitous embarrassing shot from the time we first met in person. She had not actually had a drink yet. I think that was sheer exhaustion.   That was two years ago. For a photography workshop in Orlando. On our shared anniversary weekend. So now you know... Read More →

I met Kimberly through Stacey’s sister, Susan (You remember Stacey). So, I knew she was good people. And I was so honored to photograph her son’s baptism. It is such a special moment in a little person’s life – when family comes together to support all that he is and will become. And Alexander’s family... Read More →

I’m starting the Get Shooting series to share some insight into how I shoot and how I work, and hopefully help you do the same. I hope you enjoy!  Lightroom is photo management and editing software from Adobe. I use Lightroom 4 to quickly organize and edit photos. It’s a life saver. And not just for... Read More →

I am launching my photography business this month. I’m pretty excited about it. For those of you who have asked – or have wondered – no, I’m not quitting my day job. But I dream big and have a huge vision for my future. And this is step one. Mini-shoots are 15-minute portrait sessions. I... Read More →

‎1. I’m gonna have trouble with this girl. Holy smokes! Look out middle schoolers. 2. So not fair. Those EYES. 3. I have been pointed out that the eyelashes deserve their own spot on this list… Did I say “not fair,” yet? The way the light was hitting those eyes, I HAD to ask her... Read More →

This online class built my foundation in photography. I learned so much. The scope of what is taught is incredible. You get to read her evaluations for all of the regular students’ assignments, which teaches so much. But the best part of this class was the lifelong friends I made. (You may remember my recent visit... Read More →

I absolutely LOVE watching people do “the thing” they are passionate about, so I was thrilled to be invited to take photos for my boss (and friend). Sarah turned her CD release party into a fundraiser for Miami’s homeless – Vocals for Locals at the Luna Star Cafe in North Miami, Florida. How awesome is... Read More →