It’s a heartbreaking reality: some brides look at their wedding photos and feel an overwhelming sense of disappointment. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Avoid these common photography mistakes, and you’ll be sure to have a collection of stunning photos that capture every special moment of your big day. Mistake 1: Not Hiring […]

I know that some of you like photos that are people centered or little to no background butwhen you are shooting at the beautiful Adelman Peony Gardens you can’t help but get some ofthose gorgeous flowers in the background!!! I was so excited when Danelle wanted to shoot atthe Peony fields for Millie’s 2 nd […]

Toddlers are so stinking cute but BOY are they FULLL of energy!!! I often get asked “how is it that you get great shots of little people?” I am here to tell you my secret of a photo sessions with toddlers! Whether it’s a 1st birthday cake smash or a spring mini session, I highly […]

3 Things That Could Affect Your Wedding Budget Where you Wed 2. Time of the Year 3. Number of Guests Your budget is one of the first things that you will sit down and discuss when planning your wedding. It can also cause the most stress during the planning process. Below are 3 things that […]

If you are local (Oregon) please check out my Spring 2021 newsletter! LOTS of super cute mini sessions!!!

When Josh contacted me asking if I would be able to photograph their engagement photos, I was both honored and super excited! Josh had given me some possible dates, so after looking at the trusty weather app we thought we had picked a wonderful/dry January day! WELLLL, we didn’t plan on freezing rain a couple […]

Do you need help choosing a location? Do you want to leave the choice up to me (the photographer)? Choosing a photo shoot location might seem like a big deal but it really doesn’t have to be difficult. A location usually drives some of the other decisions (clothing choses, any props, how much walking involved, […]

When I book a person or couple for a session I often ask them, “do you have any ideas where you would like to shoot?” Some have a look that they want, some have seen a friends pictures that they liked, some well have no clue (and that’s ok!) So I thought I would do […]

1. Learn to say no Planning a wedding is exciting and fun but it can also be one of the busiest times of your life. So what I am about to tell you is the hardest thing for everyone, planning a wedding or not!!! I have to say I still really suck at this!!! If […]

Wedding planning is hard enough, add-in a pandemic and it very stressful! But add-on scammers too, UGH! Here are some things to keep in mind when looking for a wedding vendor. If I can give you a little advise from a someone that attends a lot of weddings, you can ask all of your friends who […]