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If you’ve been following along here, you know how much I adore working with Wildly Loved Paper Co. Anna’s latest collection feels especially exciting, because there’s something new (and limited!) on the table. This time, I’m getting to spotlight her limited edition sets, along with the much-anticipated arrival of Wildly Loved pens and pencils! These […]

I’ve had the honor of documenting so many meaningful moments for Jodi and Sean – their engagement, Jodi’s bridal portraits, their wedding day, the joy of their baby announcement, and their maternity session. And now, finally, their first session as a family of three, with their beautiful newborn daughter, Loretta Arizona. This session felt especially […]

Some families become part of your story as much as you become part of theirs. The Listoe family is one of those for me. I’ve been photographing Jessie and Christian, and their sweet family, for many years now, and somehow, each session feels even sweeter than the last. There’s a familiarity there, a comfort that […]

Some sessions feel less like work and more like a good afternoon spent with a friend! This was one of those. I recently had the joy of photographing my dear friend, Michael, alongside his beloved dog, Wilford, for a portrait session in Downtown Rutherfordton. The streets were wonderfully quiet that day, giving us the rare […]

Some sessions stay with you long after the images are delivered. This one will stay with me forever. Wyatt was born in August, but his story was never meant to follow a timeline. His due date wasn’t until October, and the months leading up to his arrival were filled with uncertainty, prayer, and strength far […]

Part two of Jodi’s maternity session was nothing short of magical. As the sun dipped low over a blooming flower field, we were surrounded by soft golden light, fluttering butterflies, and even hummingbirds that danced through the flowers – it felt like something out of a dream. The whole evening was filled with such quiet […]

If you’ve followed the blog for a while, you’ll recognize this beautiful face. Jodi has graced these pages many times, from her engagement and wedding to the sweetest baby announcement session at the farm. And now, I have the absolute joy of capturing her as she prepares to step into motherhood. This studio maternity session […]

Some sessions are extra special, not because of the perfect light or the beautiful setting, but because of who’s in front of the lens. Photographing my niece’s maternity session was one of those moments that made me pause, reflect, and feel all the feels. I’ve been capturing her portraits since she was a little girl […]

Some sessions just hit differently – this was one of them. When Jodi reached out and asked for a “quick photoshoot” at Sean’s grandparents’ farm, I didn’t ask too many questions. We’ve done so many sessions together over the years – engagement, wedding, and countless moments in between – that I’ve learned to trust that […]

The holiday season is more than just twinkling lights and cozy evenings – it’s a time for connection, thoughtfulness, and little moments of magic. This year, bring that spirit to life with handcrafted Christmas card sets from Wildly Loved Paper Co., lovingly made in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Every card in Wildly Loved Paper Co.’s Christmas […]

I'm a small-town, North Carolina, photographer and full-time spaghetti enthusiast!  If I'm not behind my camera or computer, you'll be able to find me at the barn with my horses or in the garden - I'm pretty sure that I'm a wannabe plant lady at heart!

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