This blog started as a photography blog. I used to write about light, lenses, composition, and the quiet joy of noticing things most people walk past. I don’t photograph nearly as much anymore, but photography still gives me language for things that are sometimes hard to explain. Lately I’ve been thinking about lenses. In photography, […]

I’ve spent years behind the camera, capturing the smiles, the stolen glances, the laughter—the beautiful moments that tell the story of a family, a senior year, a brand new baby. But today, as I sat in church watching the youth I’ve watched grow, I had a realization that stopped me in my tracks: I’ve spent […]

Pets really do make a house feel like a home, so it only makes sense for you to include them in your professional photo sessions and family albums. Pet photography is more popular than ever, which is why many photographers now offer this option. Whether you have already scheduled a pet photography session or are […]

What is it about black and white photography that gives photos such depth and a whole different mood? If you’re a fan of black and white photography and want to use it to create your own stories, here are a few tips that will definitely help. Plan your story Getting organized doesn’t mean you need […]

Grandma Jo was more than just a grandmother; she was the heart of our family, the anchor who held us together, and a living testament to the power of love, patience, and generosity. One of the first things that comes to mind when I think of Grandma Jo is her unwavering hospitality. It didn’t matter […]

I know this is a photography blog, but I have been feeling the pull to use it not only for that lately and to use it as a way to get things that need to be said out into the world. So, I have not even selected a photograph to go with this post yet, […]

Divorce is a profound life event that shakes the foundations of one’s emotional and practical world. For many, it brings not only the end of a marriage but also significant changes in one’s job, social circle, and self-perception. The emotional turmoil that follows can shape decisions and relationships for years to come. The Fallout of […]

Hey there, lovely ladies! Let’s talk about something that’s not often discussed openly but is oh-so-important: navigating depression after divorce. If you’re finding yourself in the midst of this emotional rollercoaster, know that you’re not alone. Divorce is a major life change that can send even the strongest of us into a tailspin of emotions, […]

I have literally no idea what has happened in my life over the past few months. It has felt a bit like I am living in the twilight zone. I keep expecting to look over and see that famous phonebooth to get me out of here. It has been filled with feelings of loneliness and […]

I am finding this a slight relief and incredibly terrifying at the same time! As the mother of a senior in high school this is all going by WAY TOO FAST!! However, I will be glad to leave the lessons of 2023 behind me and move forward into, undoubtedly, the lessons of 2024. I am […]