Great to be Eight

This dapper young man is my nephew and he recently turned 8 years old. We weren't able to make it for his baptism into our church a few months ago, so I was excited to at least be able to take some photos of him at this important stage of life! To put it simply, he is all around a good kid and my two kids (both under four) look up to him so much. I'm grateful for his example to them and will be so happy if they turn out as stalwart and kind as their cousin, Drew.

Wedding Luncheon

My younger brother was married recently in Salt Lake City, Utah. I was given the opportunity to be their photographer during their wedding luncheon, held at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in downtown Salt Lake. It was an absolutely beautiful location, with a breathtaking view out the windows (which took up one whole wall!). We were able to celebrate a sweet couple who I love, and I tried my hand for the first time at event photography. It was a blast! 

Thank you Thomas and Whitney for trusting me. Love you!

First Birthday!

This handsome little guy turned one year old today and I was so glad to be able to capture such a sweet face. Despite the weather not cooperating, and having to move the shoot indoors to a make-shift studio (aka: my parents' living room), he did great and was such a happy boy! 

Thank you Willie family!

Friday Night with the Petersens

This family is one of my very favorites out here in Ohio! I've actually taken their photos once before. 

I spent last friday evening with these kiddos and they just make me smile! Each one is an individual and   the dynamic between them reminds me so much of how my siblings and I were at this stage. 

Regardless of the bug bites we got at this shoot, it was a lot of fun! Thanks Petersens!

Baylee 2014 {senior portraits}

This pretty lady is about to graduate from high school and I was honored to take her senior photos. Isn't she gorgeous?! She has so much personality and uniqueness - it was so fun trying to capture it! 

Definitely one of my favorite sessions so far. :)