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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Kayleen // Two Day Senior Session

Since Kayleen is Colbe’s little sister, we had to do something extra special for her senior pictures. They couldn’t be average. Kayleen and I bounced ideas back and fourth, some crazier than others and decided on a two day adventure. The first day we went out to Boyce Thompson Arboretum. It’s one of my favorites […]

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Taylor // College Senior + Sweetheart Session

I am always over the moon excited for all of our college graduates! It’s such a huge accomplishment! Taylor is graduating from Central Arizona College. She’s one of the sweetest girls we have gotten the chance to work with. She has grown up rodeoing and because of that she brought a few of their horses. […]

Seniors

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Kegan // Mesa Art Center Senior Portraits

Colbe and I met Kegan, his mom, and his sister at the Mesa Art Center. When we arrived it was packed, there was some kind of festival going on there. Instead of ditching the idea of shooting there we decided to work with what we had. I couldn’t be more excited with how great these […]

Seniors

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