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In Tune with Chase

In the studio we highlighted Chase's growing interest in guitar by playing around with traditional and more dramatic and colorful lighting styles to create different moods. I loved how everything came out!

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Project Be-YOU-tiful 2024

In a world where polished images and curated social media feeds often overshadow the genuine beauty of individuality, I embarked on a project that aims to celebrate just that—authentic, unfiltered beauty.

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Capturing Campbell’s Senior Portraits

I recently had the pleasure of photographing Campbell, a senior whose portraits turned out beautifully thanks to a diverse range of locations and settings. Our session took us through several stunning spots in Opelika and Auburn, each adding its own unique touch to Campbell’s senior photos.

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Gabi’s Senior Session in Downtown Opelika

Gabi chose downtown Opelika for its historic buildings, charming streets, and vibrant atmosphere. Downtown Opelika provides is an awesome place for senior portraits because it has a great variety of settings and backgrounds

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Auburn High School Majorettes: A Night at Duck Samford

Year THREE photographing the Auburn High School Majorettes! Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing these talented young women show off their new sequins and favorite tricks, and I couldn't help but be inspired by their energy, precision, and team spirit.

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Celebrating the Summer Graduates- Auburn University Class of 2o24

As Terrnace and Kat prepare to leave Auburn University behind and embark on their next adventure, their graduation portraits will serve as a lasting reminder of their hard work, perseverance, and the friendships they’ve made along the way. It was an absolute pleasure to work with these two inspiring individuals, and I can’t wait to see all the incredible things they will accomplish in the years to come.

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Photography Workshop in San Antonio

Earlier this year, I had the incredible opportunity to attend a photography workshop in San Antonio. This wasn't just any workshop—it was hosted by four of my favorite senior and portrait photographers, each known for their unique lighting and photography styles.

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Simmons Family Portraits - Opelika Alabama

This gifted family session experience was a highlight of 2023!! The Simmons family are an outdoorsy family with a lot of love for each other and the life and home they’ve built, so it was only fitting we captured them together out on the property that they love so much!

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Meet Coach Charli

I recently had the pleasure of photographing Charli McConnell, a vibrant life coach and podcast host for The Hype Squad. Charli's energy and unique style made this session truly unforgettable. As a life coach, Charli empowers others to live their best lives, and her dynamic personality shines through in every shot.

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Miss Alabama Finals Night!

Sending best wishes to Miss Auburn University (Mary Coker), Miss Phenix City (Chloe), Miss Trussville (Carson), and Miss Southern Union State Community College (Caroline)!!! Can’t wait to cheer for each of these amazing women, and hoping for scholarship awards across the board! Thank you for inviting me to create your official portfolios for this year, and shout out to Tori Mejia at Artistry Beauty Bar for hair and makeup for all of these pageant photo sessions!

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Brantley - Auburn Spring Senior Portrait Session

While most of my senior clients come see me in the summer or fall months, I LOVE the opportunity to photograph seniors in spring!! This senior session for Brantley came right after cap and gown delivery - the perfect time to celebrate the end of senior year and her decision to attend Auburn University in the fall! After starting the afternoon with hair and makeup by Tori at Artistry Beauty Bar, we met for photos outdoors/on-location!

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Cate - Botanic Senior Photos & Lee County DYW Portraits

The Class of 2024 was a really special group to celebrate senior year with, and one of those seniors is especially Distinguished - meet Cate! While Cate has earned many awards and distinctions for her talents and academic endeavors, one of my personal favorite titles that she holds is that of our Class of 2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Lee County.

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Wings and Wheels: Hudson's Senior Portraits

Every senior portrait session is an adventure, a chance to capture a young person's passions and personality. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Hudson, whose adventurous spirit and diverse interests made for an unforgettable session. As we discussed his vision for the session, it became clear that we needed to showcase his love for cars and aviation.

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Sweet Studio Maternity Session

My last blog post featured a super glam, dramatic, bold maternity photoshoot in the studio, but another momma I worked with recently had a totally different vision in mind! Kalyn (a past high school senior portrait client of mine! What?!) asked if we could create something bright and soft and feminine for her maternity portraits, and we were able to do just that!

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Glam Maternity Studio Photoshoot!

Oh my, oh my, this maternity photo session feature is such a treat!! Jennifer came to me with a vision for a glamorous photoshoot to celebrate her pregnancy and help her feel beautiful and empowered, and she slayed every second.

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Patton Backyard Family Session

There's a certain magic in simplicity, and recently, I had the pleasure of experiencing that enchantment during a sweet backyard family session with Kris and her wonderful family.

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Capturing Character: Jackson's Senior Session

Embarking on a senior portrait session often feels like uncovering the layers of a person's story, and my experience last fall with Jackson, a senior at Auburn High School, was no exception. With his effortless coolness and multifaceted interests, Jackson brought a wealth of character and charm to our session.

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From the Diamond to the Woods: Dylan's Senior Photo Story

As a photographer, every session presents a unique opportunity to capture special moments and tell a story through the lens. Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Dylan, a senior at Springwood School, whose laid back personality and passions made for an unforgettable photo session.

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