Photographers have a unique opportunity to witness and capture the beautiful changes within families from year to year, and I couldn’t help but take a moment to reflect on a recent returning family session! Sarah and Matt asked me to be their photographer for the first time about this time last fall/winter. Lo and David did amazing, and I was SO excited when Sarah reached out to me again this year!

Since our last session together, it's been heartwarming to witness the growth and blossoming personalities of Riley and Reagan. They've embarked on new adventures, and this time around, they introduced me to a delightful addition to their lives – a beautiful pony named Carney! The joy and excitement on their faces as they shared the frame with their equine companion were truly priceless.

Senior year is such an exciting time, and for me, that’s part of what makes senior portraits my favorite category of photography!! These VIPs seniors are moving into a very special year as the Class of 2024, so celebrating the New Year together seemed like a no brainer. Usually for these shoots, I’ll organize everything, specify a location and wardrobe style, and provide props as needed, but this particular photoshoot was a bit more collaborative!! Check it out!

Artistry Beauty Bar, the latest and greatest addition to the Auburn Opelika beauty scene, has been making waves in the community for a few weeks now, but today marked a significant milestone as they officially celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony!

Described by his mom as having the purest soul, Charlie's easygoing nature and laid-back attitude made him a joy to work with for senior photos. Bonus! Combining this session to be a senior portrait session and a family session proved to be an excellent choice!

I often get asked whether someone should book a mini session or a custom session. Today on the blog, I want to explore the differences between the two and help you plan ahead for which one would be best suited for your needs! Depending on the occasion, each has its own advantages!

Meet Addison, the high school senior with a serious passion for filmmaking and a super cool side gig as an athletic trainer. This girl's always on the go and fully engaged in life! Plus, her fashion game is on point with a killer vintage-inspired style that made our session a blast.

Recently I had the privilege of taking photos for the AU MedAesthetics team. Dr. Nancy Haring and her daughter Searcy are an amazing duo! It was such an honor to get to work with professionals who are so passionate about skincare, and I loved meeting several of their loyal clients who came to model as well! I was able to see a few previously unfamiliar procedures and services up close, and it was truly fascinating to see how they bring out the natural beauty in every client.

You’ve seen the Auburn and Opelika School Spirit photoshoots, and now I’m so pleased to present the remaining 2 school groups’ photoshoots! Both Smiths Station and Homeschool students showed up wearing school gear and coordinated colors to show their spirit and enjoy celebrating with good friends :) Check it out!

Collaborating with fellow creative minds on branding photography projects is always a delightful experience! One such individual is Abbie Hardin, a dedicated filmmaker based in Auburn/Opelika. Abbie's passion and involvement with various local organizations showcase her ambition and commitment to her craft.

It’s GAMEDAY!!! Tonight is the sold out local rivalry matchup between Opelika and Auburn varsity football teams!! Last month I challenged my VIP List to create school spirit tailgate setups for a fun photoshoot competition, and I’m so excited to highlight these two schools on the day of their big game!

A minimalistic session in the studio is always a great idea for children! This sweet session with little Holly was full of love and joy. Holly got to have her photo taken with pink and purple backgrounds to match her sweet outfits! One of the things I love about studio sessions is the ability to pick different background colors to suit a child’s personality or even match their room decor.

As a photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing countless stories through my lens, but few have been as inspiring as my recent session with Julie, also known as Miss Wiregrass. Julie’s journey to compete in the upcoming Miss Alabama USA pageant is a testament to resilience, determination, and the evolving landscape of beauty pageants.

High School Senior Portraits are just my favorite thing to photograph as a photographer!! And Grace’s senior pictures were no exception. From the moment I met Grace, I knew we were going to get along just fine ha from her love of fashion and sparkles, to her adorable sidekick Gunner, being a Distinguished Young Woman participant and Auburn High School majorette….I love working with seniors who have lots of interests and hobbies because the possibilities for fun outfits and photo ideas are endless!

This session has been on my list to share for a LONG time! Brianna came to the studio toward the end of last year to do some maternity photos with me, and it was such a beautiful experience! Some of my favorite sessions are with people who are a little hesitant and unsure if they are going to like their photos, or don’t believe they are photogenic….because me and my team can usually prove otherwise and take all those concerns away!

I’m thrilled to be announcing Pet Portrait Sessions! If you’re a pet lover like myself, I know this announcement will get you excited. If you know me or I have ever been to your house and you have any kind of pet, you know I LOVE animals. If you’ve ever wanted to immortalize your furry, feathered, or scaly friend in a frame-worthy masterpiece, you’re now in the right place!

Flashback Friday! Joe was a Class of 2023 Senior that I had the pleasure of working with this Spring! This year has been HUGE for senior portraits with senior guys, and with several still coming up on my calendar for the year, I wanted to share what we’ve been up to!

Auburn Football celebrated a resounding victory against UMass this past weekend, setting the stage for an exhilarating start to the new football season. We also set the stage for a great year with this Auburn inspired photo shoot!

So thrilled to share another senior “legacy” session today! By legacy, I mean that I’ve been honored to create senior portraits for multiple siblings in the same family over the years. In Ella’s case, she’s number 3 to graduate from her family!! What feels like a really long time ago, I was a Sunday School teacher for Ella’s age group and she has always been adorable, funny, nerdy/geeky, strong, and beautiful inside and out! I can’t believe she’s graduating now!!