What I learned after a seemingly disastrous Career Day appearance at school, and how it connects to family photography.

It’s not the clothes, it’s what they represent, and all the memories they hold. That’s what catches me in the ribs.

Parenting can feel endless. With all the moving pieces, all the phases that never quite plateau before moving on to the next milestone and stage of life. Each little thing feels like it’s forever. Until you glance back and recognize all the things that ended when you weren’t looking.

There are lots of things I love about being a family, maternity, and newborn photographer in Richmond, Virginia. The big one though, is community.

A metaphor on how to make change in the world, instead of being paralyzed and hating what’s happening around us.

A true story about how I surprised myself during a traumatic family event and pulled out the camera, because I needed to see and be seen.

A mundane photo of a simple part of life suddenly feels like everything when a fire sweeps through and takes everything familiar.

I want to help you realize where you are, and use family photography to encourage positive mental health and self confidence in your kids.

Photos you take at the holidays are more than just keepsakes. They’re gifts for your family in the future.

Here's why you should choose to be in your family’s photos, and why I care if you’re in them.