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If you follow my blog at all, I’m sure you’ve noticed a recent pattern by now. This post will be the last of the “quarantine edition” series. By combining various tips and how to’s into four blog posts, my goal was to take a little weight off of your shoulders and help you get through […]

Malia and Spencer’s Majestic Mill wedding was such a dream!  Although we were in the midst of a global pandemic, it didn’t stop these two from having the perfect day!  The even incorporated a hilarious prop for the wedding party to document this moment in their lives!  You’ll have to scroll through to see! The […]

Malia’s bridal session at the stunning Stowe Manor was such a dream!  The glass porch and pink walls surrounding the double staircase was truly elegant.  Although it was freezing during our session, this captivating bride posed effortlessly! Bridal sessions are such a fun experience for all involved and allows the bride to showcase not only […]

This styled wedding, at the historic North Lake, was the dreamiest of shoots!  Because of the elegant feel of the historic country club and the whimsical vibe of the lake, we chose to feature two different gowns from Carolina Bridal!  One with a classic and sexy look, and a second with a fun and flirty […]

This sweet couple is proof that you can find true love at any age!  Betty and Larry’s North Lake wedding could not have been more perfect and my favorite part of the day was their first look!  It was so sweet and romantic and the couple could not stop smiling and laughing! All of their […]

When Hannah reached out to me about doing her branding shoot at Optimist Hall, I was ecstatic!  Not only does it have the light and airy feel that I dream of, but it also has walls that match her branding colors! I first met Hannah for her senior session a year ago and we immediately […]

Rebecca and Ryan chose Romare Bearden Park for their engagement session because that’s where they had their first date!  The love and energetic vibe between this couple blows my mind!  Once I picked up my camera, it’s like I wasn’t even there and they snuggled and kissed all evening long!  This fabulous duo barely even […]

With this couple, it’s always endless fun and laughter!  In April, Megan and Mark will be celebrating their 2 year anniversary!  I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than a beautiful session at the Price Family Farmstead! XOXO,

This downtown Forest City engagement session was so romantic!  You know you’re doing something right when the groom to be says, “This is so much fun, I’m so excited!”  Although my sessions are always loads of fun, I don’t always find that the guys are as excited as us girls!  This sweet couple shows us […]

During the winter months, I set aside time to work with vendors in organizing styled shoots to highlight and market their venues and crafts.  However, I always make time for my own styled session, whether it’s a spur of the moment idea or one that takes months of planning! This year, my personal styled shoot […]

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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