Stories, Sessions & Tips
Behind the scenes, recent sessions and advice for making the most of your time in front of the camera.
Powerful Images Are Made, Not Taken
A little about how I approach every session — light, connection, and the layering effect that turns a photograph into a story.
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Why Every Event at Kansas City's College Basketball Experience Needs a Pro Photographer
Hosting an event at the College Basketball Experience? Here's why a professional photographer makes all the difference.
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Engaged?! Now, planning the wedding…
A few first steps to take once you get engaged so you can relax, set a date, and start your wedding planning without the overwhelm.
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Experience Spontaneity with Family Photography Like Never Before
A different approach to family photography that leaves you feeling energized, excited and fulfilled while capturing real moments.
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How I make reality a fantasy; Inspired by Motherhood
Reflections on how the messy, beautiful reality of motherhood inspires my magical, composite fantasy portraits.
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Why Investing in a Professional Dating Profile Photographer is a Game-Changer
Why hiring a professional dating profile photographer transforms your awkward selfies into images that actually get matches
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5 Key Photographs You Need from Your Branding Session
The five essential image types — headshot, personality portrait, the person behind the brand, and detail shots — that build trust.
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How to Dress for Photographs in Every Season
What to wear for photos in summer, fall, winter and spring — flattering, season-appropriate guidance.
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Little Girls Grow Up: The Senior Portrait Experience
A reflection on watching a former client's little sister return, years later, for her own senior portraits.
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Snap Like a Pro; Lighting for Stunning Social Media Photos
Tips for using beautiful natural light to create scroll-stopping social media photos that capture your audience
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The Art of Photographing Children
Children change remarkably fast. Why documenting these years matters more than feeling 'camera ready.
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6 Tips for Hiring a Photographer Your Boss Will Love
Tasked with hiring a photographer for your company? Six tips to choose someone whose work will impress leadership and strengthen your brand.
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Nervous About Your Photo Session? Read This First
Worried the kids won't cooperate or you won't look your best? Here's the philosophy that makes sessions feel easy.
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Why Creativity is the answer to Mental Health Struggles
Exploring how art and creative expression can heal the mind, reduce stress, and support mental health and well-being.
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Is Photography Doomed by A.I. Advancements?
Examining the advantages, limitations, and ethical questions as artificial intelligence reshapes the world of photography
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Photography Tips to help you Shoot like a Pro
A few simple photography tips to help you change your viewpoint, find the light, and capture genuine moments like a pro.
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The Art of Authentic Storytelling When Algorithms Filter Our World
How I am learning to balance creativity with responsible technology use in a filtered, algorithm-driven world.
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Taking GREAT Photos (Yourself!)
Simple tips for capturing great family photos yourself when life gets too busy for a professional session
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Three Secrets for Great Headshots
Great headshots don't happen by chance and together we make them happen with these three simple secrets
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Accepting Social Media and finding the Positive
How can you be part of a positive change in social media and teach the next generation to use it responsibly
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Get Inspired! Recreating Family Portraits Annually
Why scheduling family portraits at least once a year is the best way to celebrate and keep up with your changing family.
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How to Pose Women for Flattering Photos
Key posing techniques to help women look their natural best in flattering, empowering portraits
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The Perfect Photoshoot; Killer Poses Every Guy Needs to Nail
Killer poses every guy needs to nail for a perfect photoshoot, from headshots to full-length fashion shots.
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Magical Self-Portraits: Crafting Fantasy Worlds with a Timer & Shadows
How to create cinematic self-portraits using only a camera, self-timer, and strategic lighting with no assistant or expensive gear
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Why Hiring a Birth Photographer is Worth Every Penny
Important moments deserve more than mediocre phone photos, and a professional birth photographer lets you stay present
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How do I choose the right Wedding Photographer for my family?
Three practical tips for finding the perfect wedding photographer who matches your taste, energy, and budget.
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Never Forget - Childhood is Magic
A mother reflects on holiday traditions and the fleeting magic of childhood as her daughter begins to figure out the truth
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How to Photograph the Best Moments on Wedding Day
After hundreds of weddings, the in-between moments are the most cherished memories and here are my favorite ones to capture
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Benefits of Breastfeeding your Newborn
The rewards of breastfeeding far outweigh the initial pain and hassle, and here are the major benefits for you and your baby.
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3 Reasons Why Stock Photography Won't Elevate Your Brand
Stock photos are a quick fix — but generic imagery weakens your marketing. Here's why custom brand photography wins.
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Have You Considered Why Your Professional Headshot Matters?
Your profile image is your calling card. Here's how a professional headshot builds trust and sets you apart.
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Will AI-Generated Headshots Replace the Real Thing?
AI headshots are cheap and fast — but can they capture who you really are? A working photographer's honest take.
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Empowering Women through Photographs
How professional portraits help women take charge of their own narrative and feel confident, strong, and beautiful.
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Master Camera Interviews and Make a Lasting Impression
Practical tips from 20 years behind the camera to help you film an interview that makes a positive, professional impression.
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Photography Lighting On-Location
How to balance ambient and artificial light on-location when natural light won't cooperate during a cloudy shoot
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Enhanced Images? What Does that Even Mean?
Explaining the difference between RAW capture and the finished, enhanced product through a three-stage editing process
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