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The Person

Well first of all, I try not to take myself too seriously, so it's hard for me to think about what I want to say about myself! I grew up in Florida with a very large family. My entire family has art running through their veins. My grandfather was a professional photographer, Mom and Dad both have artistic talents, and all of my siblings have a knack for being creative one way or another. so here I am, married with children and wondering how in the world I'm going to channel my passion for creativity into something beautiful, productive, fulfilling, and find joy all at the same time? So, photography became the answer and a much needed outlet.

I love people, I love love, and I love adorable little baby fat rolls! I have to be creating beautiful things at all times. Though being a full time mother and homemaker takes up most of my time, I just can't keep myself from dreaming about being an amazing wedding photographer.

The Photographer

Over the past five years in the wedding industry, I feel like I have become a regular wedding junkie! By recognizing the latest styles and trends, I am prepared to capture everything that is unique and fabulous at your wedding and wrap it all up into an amazing timeless package. And that amazing package is the work of art you will walk away with when the day is all said and done. How well do you want to remember it?

Recently I have also reached one of my ongoing goals of being published in a national wedding magazine. They are but two small pictures, but I am so blessed none the less (baby steps!). You may recognize some images from Kyle and Christina's Wedding at Gorge Crest Farms in Town & Country Weddings, Fall 2010 issue. I have also been featured in a few wedding inspiration blogs such as Style Me Pretty, Snippet & Ink, Style Unveiled, and Marry You Me!

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Neglect…

Tuesday, May 10, 2011 Posted in Daily Grind

My poor blog, how I have neglected you! I have a LOT to catch you up on…

March…

Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Posted in Children, Daily Grind, Lifestyle

…has been my worst enemy this year! I can’t stand all of the rain, it’s torture. BUT, we have had a few good moments, and if you can’t beat it, join it!

Michael LOVES being outside! Even if he is soaking wet…

Henry lives in a world of make-believe these days…so cute!

My Little Cutie Pie…

Friday, January 28, 2011 Posted in Children, Daily Grind

Here’s my Michael. He is getting so big at 1 year old already (It helps that he eats just as much if not more than his big brothers!). I think that the year between 1-2 is just the cutest! The chubby legs, belly, and arms stage. All the gibberish. The “I-understand-you-but-I’m-going-to-see-how-long-it-takes-for-you-to-realize-it” stage. It’s all my favorite. They are still sweet, still so innocent…

…but by the looks of this irresistible face, you know I’m in for it!

Style Me Pretty…

Wednesday, January 5, 2011 Posted in Daily Grind, Wedding Day

Style me Pretty has just published their first magazine featuring their best of 2010, and I am so honored to have one of my weddings featured in it! I don’t feel that I am anywhere near worthy enough to be featured alongside Elizabeth Messina, or Jose Villa, or Jasmine Star (to name a few), but I must say that is does give me a little sense of validation in my work. (Which, as an artist, I am always looking for!) I’m sure you will all recognize this one! Kyle and Christina’s wedding has been a favorite of mine all year…I was literally on cloud nine when we left that day, and I knew it was going to be a hit! Check out SMP’s first ever magazine online at :

http://www.stylemepretty.com/magazine/

Sneak Peek: Salem, Oregon Family Photo-shoot

Saturday, November 20, 2010 Posted in Children, Daily Grind, Lifestyle

I don’t do families that often, but I look forward to playing with these guys a couple times a year! This is just a sneak peek, but it was just one of those times when I can’t wait to get home to look at a certain series of images, ’cause I know there is just something great to be seen. We went and did this photo-shoot my backyard as well as downtown Salem, Oregon where I just had to get this shot in the parking garage! I love the light in parking garages. I’ve decided that it is a must in any urban-type photo-shoot…

Second Photographers

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Posted in Daily Grind, Wedding Day

Okay, so in my wedding package a la carte options, I offer my couples the choice of hiring a second photographer to assist me on their wedding day, right? Well, I was just in the middle of editing this wedding when I came across this! Oh my goodness! THIS is why I love shooting with two photographers! While I was in the front getting the sure thing, my second shooter was HERE with all of her stealth and ninja skills in full force. Having a second photographer has so many benefits, that I encourage all of my couples to make it possible!