Resources

What to Wear: Family Session

If we’re being honest, what we wear matters WAY more than we want to think about. Whether you fall on the “buy 3 different outfits for...

Today we’re talking about first looks! I’m not going to sit here and pretend like I’m in uncharted territory here. Chances are, you’ve...

Here's the inside scoop crew! >> No photographer is perfect but the right photographer for YOU is out there. Keep reading to learn what...

So delighted to be sharing my first guest post! Several years ago, Rachel and I met at another wedding I was photographing and since...

Photographing Kids I've chosen to use 100% my session photos for Part 3 because all of these principals are ones I use during my own...

Mechanics of Good iPhone Photos This part covers all the technical sides of great phone photography! Head back over to Part 1 if you need...

I don't have kids, but I have pets, siblings, and friends who I promise have the same attention span of your toddler ;) Part 1: Phone...

You've seen the many lists on the big wedding blogs of unrealistic or overdone ideas on how to make your wedding day personal. (Dear "The...

So you’re thinking of planning your photo session out of town! Super cool! I enjoy a good adventure (see THIS session- an hour hike into...

*Magic Hour* and why it's worth it If you are a parent of small children or have a busy working schedule, that evening hour may be one of...

Train Wreck Shoots Happen Once in a super blue moon, a shoot can turn into a disaster. It’s a little taboo to actually say that- like...

(ft. spring flowers cause we’re t-minus 3 weeks til Northern Illinois can expect blooming!) If you follow me on any social media (which...

The other day a mom of young kids asked me if I dislike photographing families with toddlers and small children since they can be high...

Whether you’re taking your new DSLR, your smartphone, or a disposable point and shoot, a camera of some kind is almost definitely on your...

If we’re being honest, the days before your photo shoot can be extra stressful (… you wouldn’t believe how many shoots get cancelled...

It’s no secret that weddings can be expensive, but with a little creative thinking and some tried and true techniques you can have an...

So let’s cut right to the chase. I road trip A LOT often by myself for weddings, shoots, and just for kicks (this year alone I’ve made...

When I was 15, I sat down at my (graphic designer) dad’s massive computer and taught myself Photoshop. I was totally hooked- tea in...