A camera’s been basically glued to my hands since childhood. I didn’t fall in love with photography because of the technical stuff, but because of the way it can make someone light up when they see themselves. That’s what I want for you: to feel beautiful and confident in front of my lens.

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I’m inspired by the Arizona desert, vibrant colors, and people who love out loud.

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Chelsi + Nick // Wichita Mountain Sweetheart Session

This Summer while visiting Oklahoma, even though I had promised Colbe that I wouldn’t schedule photo shoots and that it would be just vacation time… I had to. Just two! I have so many old friends and clients who were wanting photos. I couldn’t not do any! I love the people in Oklahoma, I also […]

Portraits

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Summer 2016 // Oklahoma Trip

This trip to Oklahoma was pretty special. On our usual trips its just me and my Mom and I jam as many photo sessions into the trip as I can. I’m talkin’ two a day type of thing. It’s usually just work. Don’t get me wrong I LOVE my job but this trip was different. […]

Personal

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Ashlee + Garrett // Sunrise Canyon Lake Engagement

Ashlee and Garrett were a match made in heaven. Literally. There’s no other way to explain it other than when we were around them it just made since. They have the most easy going, kind hearted, and happy personalities. You can tell from our pictures that we had entirely too much fun together. I always […]

Engagements

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