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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Happy 30th Megan! // Prescott Family Session

Some people dread 30, but from what I’ve seen it’s pretty fabulous! I love that this is our second 30th Birthday shoot!! There’s never a bad time to celebrate life with a photo shoot!! In the past every time we drove from the Phoenix Valley to Sedona I would see this spot in the middle […]

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