It’s not enough to not be racist. It’s important to learn how to be anti-racist. The difference is in the action. Simply being “not racist” doesn’t imply any action. It allows you to sit back, make a statement, and then …
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Chesterfield Family Porchraits
We’re almost there, friends. We’re almost to the point where we can do some normal things, like pick up coffee that we didn’t make at home, or get a Mrs. Yoder’s doughnut at the South of the James Farmer’s Market …
Photos From a Distance
Happy Tuesday, fellow humans. Congratulations – we’ve made it to May, and what’s even better, today is Cinco de Mayo. So, read up on your Mexican history and join me in a distance toast to the underdog. Cheers! *clink* Mother’s …
Behind the Scenes: Shoot Around
I’ve mentioned before that I’m working on a “shoot around the house” project this spring. I actually started this 100 day project on Valentine’s Day, a whole month before we went into isolation procedures, and I had no idea when …
Session Prep: Get Your Head in the Game
I’ve been around the same three people day in and day out for the last 5ish weeks. I’m an expert in toddler-speak and I am fully embedded in the culture of my house. My occasional zoom meetings mean I need …
Choosing Spring Photo Outfits
I know what you must be thinking. “Why is she writing about choosing spring photo outfits while we’re all in isolation? Doesn’t she know I haven’t left my pj’s in three days?” Wellllll yes. Of course I understand. I’m personally …
For a Limited Time: Porchraits
This week’s blog post was supposed to talk about the Nurture Birth and Baby Fair, which I’ve taken part in for the last couple of years. The Fair was supposed to take place this weekend, but was obviously cancelled, along …
In-Home Newborn Photos: Sweet Baby Rex
I had no idea when I pulled up at Jessie and Buzz’s* house earlier this month (it’s STILL March?!) that this would be the last shoot I’d do for a while. Actually, I optimistically thought the opposite. I left my …
Tomorrow Will Be Better
“Tomorrow will be better.” It’s something I said to my toddler earlier this week as I was putting him to bed. We had had a particularly difficult day, with lots of crying and gnashing of teeth (literally). I knew that …
My Favorite Spring Locations
With the pandemic that shall not be named keeping everyone on our toes and out of public areas, I know a lot of people are cancelling trips, events, school and work. Life is looking a lot different for everyone. Information …