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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McKenna + Prescott // Boyce Thompson Engagement

We’ve been hearing a lot about these two recently, they are a passing subject among our family and friends. Mostly because Prescott is Colbe’s cousin, and also because McKenna is good friends with some of our other sweet brides. So you could imagine we heard about their engagement… everybody who was talking has said something […]

Engagements

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Zina + AJ // Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Zina and AJ were a match made in heaven, their love for each other radiates. They are getting sealed TODAY in the Gilbert Arizona Temple! (So we currently are out of the office shooting her dreamy wedding but we have scheduled this blog post to post as soon as she exited the temple!) We can’t […]

Weddings

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