Germany and Prague: A Visual Travel Diary
I took a couple of thousand photos during our almost three-week trip to Germany and Prague this fall, and while I’m still going through the SD cards and editing my favorites, I did want to drop a few on my blog to showcase our adventure.
A Float Trip on Film
My husband gifted me an old Nikon film camera a few Christmases ago, and I immediately caught the film bug that has infected the photographer community. It was the perfect film camera to re-learn film photography, as it was a hybrid between a true point-and-shoot and a fully manual camera.
A Wes Anderson-inspired Family Photoshoot
When my client approached me last summer with the idea of a Wes Anderson-inspired family photoshoot, I was immediately intrigued. It felt like the perfect opportunity to try something outside my usual style. As a photographer, taking on new challenges is one of the most exciting aspects of the job, and this idea was an exciting departure from the norm.
My Top-5 Favorite Photos from Spring 2024
I photograph high school seniors, families, and personal brands, so narrowing my favorite photographs to just five this spring was challenging.
Don't Print Your Photos at the Big Box Stores
While consumer print labs may offer convenience and lower prices, professional print labs provide superior quality, customization options, and expertise that can elevate the outcome of your prints.
Styling Neutral Clothes for Stunning Family Photos in Every Season
Wearing neutral-toned clothing for a photoshoot can be a timeless, elegant, and simple option, and they provide a versatile canvas that complements various skin tones, settings, and seasons.
7 Summer Photography Ideas to Capture the Magic of the Warm Months
Few seasons capture the spirit of childhood, like summer. It's boundless joy and vibrant colors, mixed with dogged days and sunburns — the perfect reflection of life in a three-month morsel. My camera is always at the ready when the summer months roll around. I can't wait to capture my kids looking at butterflies and creepy crawlies or licking on a push-up pop.
Five Tips for Photographing Your Kids with Flowers
Photographing your kid at their level gives you a glimpse into their surroundings in a way you can't do when shooting from above. Plus, it brings the flowers closer to the camera as well.
A Client's Guide to Grain vs. Pixelization
To simplify: To print an image, you need to select high-resolution. If you're using photos for social media or on a website, choose low-resolution.
Should I Wear Jewelry to a Photoshoot
If we are shooting family photos, senior portraits, or engagement photos, if it's at all possible, I want you to wear jewelry that means something to you.
The Perfect Fall Colors for Your Outdoor Family Photos
Let the environment do the work for you. Mother Nature has already done a fabulous job of selecting fall colors so let’s capitalize on her skillset.
Bewitching Waters
This creek now has one more story to add to its noisy waters — the tale of four little boys with toes that eagerly reached for its cool embrace and the mother who loved them fiercely.