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10 Prompts for Posing Small Children    Kids can be energetic and unpredictable, but oh what a joy it is to capture their little (or big!) personalities. These prompts for posing small children will help you capture the perfect photos at your next family photo shoot!   Nothing is cuter (or harder to predict) than […]

180 days. That’s how long I have held you in my arms. How many days I have studied your eyes, which are somewhere between brown, like mine, and green, like your dads. For 6 months I have nursed you to sleep, wiped up copious amounts of spit up, and swayed as we listen to Out […]

    How to Pose for Family Photos: My Top 3 Tips   You’ve found the perfect outfits and an available date with no activities – now you just need to figure out how to pose for those family photos. Don’t fret! I’m sharing my top three posing tips for authentic, genuine family pictures.    […]

  Don’t Make These Common Mistakes When Starting a Small Business   I’ve been running a successful small business for a few years now, but I made some of these common mistakes long after I started my own photography business. Scroll through to learn how to avoid some of these major mistakes!   It took […]

What do I wear to my photo session? Colors, patterns, coordination, oh my! The great dilemma. After years of research (and trial and error with our own family sessions) I bring you good news! Here are 3 super simple and actionable tips you can use to make sure your next photo session is better than […]

The light fell softly through the window onto his gray rocker nestled in the corner. It wrapped around her like a halo. She curated this room especially for him, for her firstborn son cradled in her arms. It has only been a month but the time spent feeding, changing, nurturing and loving him is enough […]

Nashville, Tennessee Fall Family Mini Sessions   Pumpkin Spice is out, my mulled wine candle is burning and it’s time for FALL MINIS in Nashville! I am so excited to bring you these limited time only sessions. These are the perfect sessions for mamas wanting Christmas card photos or a budget friendly option for updating […]

You might have heard a photographer talk about Natural light before. We kinda sorta live for it. But what exactly is natural light and why does it matter?   Natural light refers to any light from the sun and its reflections.    It’s the easiest way to light your subjects and create those professional and […]

The Tipton family stepped out of their car looking as perfect as ever. Dressed in soft pastels and smiling from ear to ear. This was their first photo session that focused on them as a family unit. Armed with puffs, we set off into the sunflower fields at Country Cove Farms to make some precious […]

The mist was evaporating as the summer sun rose higher in the sky. The heat had yet to overtake us as we enjoyed the last few minutes of cool morning air. Kayla glowed from the inside out as we spoke of Annie, who was soon to make an arrival. She is Kaylas first baby and […]