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There used to be times where I was in the middle of a session or wedding and would just completely draw a blank about how I should pose a couple next…Your talking, laughing and trying to get to know the couple all while trying to be creative, find locations, pose the couple, pay attention to […]

September already?!? Two years ago this would mean settling back into my townhouse in Blacksburg and having at least a full week of classes behind me…It STILL feels weird not to be heading back to Tech for fall semester… Instead, this September we will be continuing to unpack the dozens of boxes that currently cover […]

When I first got my 5D mk ii, I knew I didn’t want a typical camera bag to carry it around in…I wanted a bag that was intended for every day use, because I fully intended to bring my new camera with me EVERYWHERE. I started researching all of the different companies that make purse-style, […]

The moment I scheduled my coaching session with Katelyn, I started preparing for it like I discussed here…so when the date finally came I knew I was ready!..but I was still so nervous!! It’s one thing to hang out with Katelyn while she’s taking pictures of you and making you feel beautiful, like she did […]

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A glimpse into my daily life in Richmond, VA (and travels beyond) with my husband Ryan, our son Gray, and our disobedient puppy Lexie, plus the work, style and attempts at minimalism in between.