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Welcome, Mama

faith. HOME. Motherhood.

My heart for photography began with a heart for mothers—
to capture and preserve the beauty that’s right under our noses (and often under our feet).

So here, you’ll find both:
Family photos that celebrate the goodness of life,
and practical rhythms to help you savor everyday motherhood.
From recipes and routines to honest encouragement,
you’re welcome here.

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As a mom of six and a family photographer, I know just how tricky it can be to schedule a photo session that works for everyone—especially during the busy school year. That’s one reason I love offering summer family photo sessions. With more flexible schedules and longer days, summer often provides the breathing room families […]

Summer Family Photo Sessions: Why this season might be the perfect time to update your family photos

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Family walking barefoot along a path during a summer photo session.

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After years of shooting film and testing gear from just about everywhere, here are the four places I recommend. Each one has its strengths, and I’ll share what to watch for along the way. 1. KEH Camera KEH is my go-to recommendation. I have bought multiple cameras from them over the years. KEH specializes in used camera […]

Where to Buy a Film Camera

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Vintage film cameras and trusted places to buy them, including KEH, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and The FIND Lab.

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There’s something about slowing down and returning to simpler ways. Film photography invites you to do just that—to notice the light, savor the moment, and document the beauty in your everyday life. Whether you’re craving a creative outlet or ready to learn a new hobby, I love that film is the path you’ve chosen. There […]

The Best Beginner Film Cameras

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A warm and cozy one pot family favorite. Filled with simple, nutrient dense ingredients, this sweet potato shepherds pie is one you’ll want to come back to over and over again! Filling  1 lb ground turkey  1 red pepper, diced  1 sweet onion, diced  2-3 carrots, diced  1 parsnip, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 […]

Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

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Franklin, TN Maternity Photographer There’s something sacred about the season before a baby arrives—the anticipation, the wonder, the quiet joy of waiting. Hadley and her husband were expecting their first baby boy, Owen, and chose to document this fleeting chapter with my most popular maternity and newborn photography collection. Their session was filled with soft light, […]

A Soft, Southern Maternity Session | Franklin, TN Maternity Photographer

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I made two of these casseroles while preparing freezer meals for our busy days, but my family loved it so much there was nothing left to freeze. It’s that good. Comforting, flavorful, and easy to prep—all the things you need during the whirlwind of motherhood. Admittedly, spaghetti has never been my favorite meal but this juzhed […]

Easy Baked Spaghetti

Recipes

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If you’re a busy mama looking for a quick, wholesome breakfast or snack that won’t break the bank—these gluten-free breakfast cookies are about to become your new best friend. Inspired by the soft-baked bars from Simple Mills (but way more affordable), these cookies are packed with clean ingredients and galactagogues for nursing mamas. Galactagogue is […]

The Best Gluten-Free Breakfast Cookies (Lactation + Freezer-Friendly)

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Budget-friendly clean ingredient breakfast cookies on a rustic wooden surface.

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Cozy Homemade Potato Soup: A Heartwarming Meal for New Moms The postpartum period is a time for nurturing—both for your baby and for yourself. When you’re running on little sleep and a lot of love, a warm bowl of homemade potato soup can be the ultimate comfort. It’s easy to make, gluten-free, and can easily […]

Postpartum Meals | Healthy Potato Soup

Recipes

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Homemade Gluten-Free Bulk Dry Pancake Mix: The Best Way to Make Pancakes from Scratch There’s nothing like the smell of freshly made pancakes wafting through the kitchen on a lazy weekend morning. But if you follow a gluten-free diet, you know that finding a pancake mix that’s both delicious and easy to work with can […]

Gluten Free Bulk Dry Pancake Mix

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Franklin, TN Family Photographer: Capturing the Magic of Childhood As a Franklin family photographer, one of the most rewarding aspects of my job is preserving the fleeting moments of childhood. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing a wonderful family—Mom, Dad, and their four kids—dressed in soft, neutral tones that perfectly blended with the overcast […]

Franklin Family Photographer | The Bradley’s

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warmly, -grace

GRACE PAUL, THE PHOTOGRAPHER

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A slow living, homeschooling mama of 6 and family photographer in Nashville, TN.
Drawing inspiration from my own journey as a mother and photographer, I want to help you eliminate stress and bring more beauty to your life.
Mothers have the power to change the world through their legacy of Christ-like love. And what better way to honor that love than with a photograph.

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