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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Aferdita + Ricky // Costa Rica Wedding

We are so excited to share Aferdita and Ricky’s Costa Rica wedding with you! Since the day we shot their dreamy cliffside engagements we had been dying to get them in front of our cameras again. Not only were the details of the wedding stunning but this couple seriously knows how to have fun! The […]

Weddings

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Aferdita + Ricky // Mogollon Rim Engagement

This adventurous couple wanted something different with a fabulous view and I would have to say that we ended up with just that. Aferdita and Ricky got engaged this January and are getting married next January in Costa Rica! It will be our first destination wedding outside of the states and we couldn’t be anymore […]

Engagements

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