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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Whitney + Bryce // Gilbert Temple Wedding

Remember these two? From the oh so fabulous Mount Lemmon Engagment Session? Well, they officially sealed the deal a few weekends ago and I got the pleasure of documenting it. They came up to Gilbert to be sealed in the Gilbert, Arizona temple then for their reception we all traveled back down to Tucson to be […]

Weddings

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Kaylee + Christian // Tempe Engagment Session

Here is another great engagement out at Papago Park and Tempe Town Lake. I love the location and couples that choose me to capture this exciting time in their lives. Huge congrats to Kaylee and Christian!

Engagements

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Katie + Jeff // Tempe Papago Park

Katie and Jeff are from out of town but they came up to the Valley for errands and pictures and I was absolutely thrilled that they did. These were their anniversary/family pictures, they have been married one year and have the cutest golden retriever I have ever seen. His name is Kenai and he loved […]

Families

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