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Think of this as your go-to guide for all things photography — from session tips and location inspo to behind-the-scenes stories and client resources. Whether you're planning your wedding, prepping for your graduation session, or just dreaming up your next shoot, I’m here to help you feel confident, excited, and totally yourself in front of the camera.
This styled shoot with Savannah and Alex was part of my content retreat in Charleston, and we shot at one of my favorite stretches of Folly Beach — the spot where you can see the lighthouse right off the shoreline. It’s such a perfect location for an elopement or any kind of session. We got […]
A Dreamy Senior Session at The Holmstead Studio in Knoxville Emily reached out about doing her high school senior photos, and after looking through her Pinterest board, I immediately had the perfect location in mind. The Holmstead Studio is run by Ashley and Tom, and they’ve transformed their property into an absolute photographer’s dream. From […]
A Spring Group Graduation Session at the University of South Carolina This University of South Carolina graduation session was such a fun morning with a group of five best friends celebrating the end of their college years together! For my group grad sessions, I always make sure we get a good mix of photos of […]
There’s something really special about getting to photograph a couple for the very first time! Rileigh and Nathan told me right away that they had never had photos taken together before, which honestly, is very common for my couples. And if that’s you, I just want you to know… that is completely normal! It’s my […]
A Winter Couples Session in Downtown Knoxville Emma Kate reached out in November wanting to do something a little festive and wintery before her and Johnny’s April wedding. They had already taken their engagement photos, but wanted another session simply to document this season of life — including their final Christmas together before becoming husband […]
I discovered The Abbott Mansion the way many people discover anything these days: through TikTok. One of their early videos about the renovation process popped up on my For You page, and I remember immediately thinking, This is different. As a wedding photographer based in Atlanta, most of what I see in North Georgia is […]
Indoor Wedding Portraits at Neutral Moon Studio | Atlanta, Georgia If you’ve ever dreamed of timeless, romantic wedding portraits but don’t want to worry about weather, harsh sunlight, or freezing temperatures, an indoor studio session might be the perfect solution. This bridal and wedding portrait session took place at Neutral Moon Studio, a stunning natural […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of European-inspired engagement photos—think columns, manicured gardens, fountains, and that timeless old-world romance—but you don’t exactly want to hop on a plane… Hills & Dales Estate in LaGrange, Georgia, is the spot. When Catalina and Carlos started planning their engagement session, Catalina sent over their Pinterest board ahead of time, and […]
If you are looking for a grad photographer at USC, let’s chat! As someone who completed both my undergrad and graduate studies at the University of South Carolina, I know campus really well! It’s easily one of my favorite places to take grad photos, and there are so many beautiful spots to choose from. USC […]
This engagement session at Piedmont Park is a great example of why this is one of my favorite spots for engagement photos in Atlanta! It has so much variety, feels relaxed and natural, and lets couples get a little bit of everything in one session. We shot this session in early mid-December, which is honestly […]
