A Collection of Photos, Stories, And Advice From A Wedding Photographer With Some Skin In The Game

Ok but seriously think about it. You’re scrolling along, having a great time. Hitting like every once in a while. You find a photographer you think has a good photo on your feed, you look at the rest of the photos really quick to see if you still like them. You look through the little […]

When you’re planning your wedding, it’s natural to scroll through Instagram feeds, Pinterest boards, and photographer websites. The highlight photos you see are gorgeous, but they don’t tell the whole story of what you’ll actually receive in your final gallery. That’s where sample wedding galleries come in. A sample gallery is essentially a peek behind […]

When it comes to wedding planning, there are a few big decisions that tend to get all the attention the venue, the guest list, the photographer. But one of the most personal (and dare I say sacred?) choices you’ll make is how you want to look and feel when you marry your person. And I […]

And actually enjoy it You’ve picked the dress, sent the invites, maybe even bribed a few people into RSVPing on time, and now, here you are. Your wedding is days away, and no matter how excited you are, your brain won’t stop buzzing. We get it. After months (maybe even years) of planning, the pressure […]

There’s this quiet, beautiful moment that happens before the ceremony, before the vows, the photos, the dancing. Just you, your nerves, your excitement, and the weight of the day ahead. That’s the moment this wedding day gift is for. Whether you’re planning something small and meaningful or you’re the type to go all in with […]

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t always get the spotlight, wedding coordination services. You might have a whole Pinterest board full of inspo, vendors booked, and a color palette locked in… but when the big day actually arrives? The person keeping things running behind the scenes is your coordinator, and trust me, they’re worth their […]

Thinking about letting your furry friend join you for your engagement photos? This guide is for you. You are in love. You have a ring on your finger. You are planning a wedding that reflects who you are as a couple. And now it is time for the engagement session, those joyful, relaxed photos that […]

When you type “engagement session” into Pinterest, you get a range of different results. You have your golden hour sessions in a field, you have your moody sessions in an art museum, you have your very chic sessions in some downtown area, you have your beachside sessions that look straight out of a romance novel… […]

A twist of fate and a little bit of luck connected me to Jason & Leah — a wonderful couple that moved from the midwest to Oregon during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. That story starts during a trip to Oregon to explore with one of my best friends. When we arrived, I messaged […]

I had the most fun exploring the Toledo Museum of Art with Bethany and Adam for their engagement photos. Offering free general admission, the art museum has a lot to offer for regular visits and photo sessions alike. The Monroe Street Entrance, where we started out, is a popular location for wedding parties, prom photos, […]