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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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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Brielle // Salt River Senior Portraits

Remember Tessa and Arch’s beautiful backyard wedding? Well Tessa’s fabulous sister Brielle is graduating high school and I got to be the lucky photographer to take her pictures! Brielle is a senior at Perry High school and has plans to attend BYU in the Fall. Brielle loves to be outside and near water, preferably the […]

Seniors

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