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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Brilynn // Gilbert High School Senior

Brilynn is just so stinking cute I can hardly stand it!! Not only is she beautiful on the outside but she’s so incredibly sweet. We absolutely loved working with her and being able to take her senior pictures! The weather was so beautiful and we went to one of my absolute favorite locations. Boyce Thompson […]

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Happy 30th Megan! // Prescott Family Session

Some people dread 30, but from what I’ve seen it’s pretty fabulous! I love that this is our second 30th Birthday shoot!! There’s never a bad time to celebrate life with a photo shoot!! In the past every time we drove from the Phoenix Valley to Sedona I would see this spot in the middle […]

Portraits

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Kalynn + Phil // Tucson Maternity Session

Kalynn is one of my beautiful and sweet cousins! We have had the opportunity to document her engagements, her wedding day, and now her maternity photos. It’s been so fun to watch her and Phillip grow as a couple and now into a family! I can’t wait to meet baby Bullington and continue to watch their […]

Portraits

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