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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Kaylee + Christian // Mogollon Rim Bridals

Kaylee and Christians bridals were quite the adventure. We started just down the street at the Gilbert Temple where we had their first look. After their first look we headed up the mountains up past Payson to the Mogollon Rim. We had no clue there would be snow but once we started seeing spots of […]

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