Yes, I know it’s February, but my year is just beginning.
I took some intentional time away from social media and came back with a refreshed mind — thank you Jesus!! Before the break, I felt stuck in the pressure of “keeping up,” both personally and online. Posting consistently, chasing aesthetics and trends, and still enjoying being online felt overwhelming.
So I came back to my why.
This business—and my life—exists to reflect God’s faithfulness, goodness, and kindness. Everything I get to do is because of Him. The aesthetics, the trends, the go-go-go mentality—they’re just distractions that pull us away from how life is truly meant to be lived. I needed to take a step back and remember what this life is really about: the mission and glory of Jesus. All that to say—photography is the way I get to show His glory!
I love capturing the simple things—my morning coffee, a sweet sunset even when it’s 10 degrees, the new towns I get to explore—not to boast, but to remind us that there is so much beauty in the little details of life. “The Lord’s works are marvelous, studied by all who delight in them.” —Psalm 111:2
That’s where this blog comes in. I’m not sure how often I’ll write here, but this space will hold what’s overflowing from my heart and my camera: little joys, lessons I’m learning, and honest moments along the way. A glimpse into who’s behind the lens. I’m so excited you’re here 🤍
- Took a trip to Aspen, Colorado — the mountains truly healed my soul
- Had the cutest branding shoot with one of my seniors from last year for her fitness account
- Still catching up on editing the most magical snowy Temple Wedding and a National Portrait Gallery couples shoot (both total pinch-me moments)
- Horses have officially made their way back into my life — I’ve been riding a lot lately
- Trying to find a good routine (lots of trial and error)
- That’s it for now… but I’m thinking of adding a “recent favorites” list when certain things are too good not to share 🤍
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