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The number one complaint I hear about shooting film are the focusing issues. Here are a few easy tips to overcome your focusing fears! 1.Use a higher aperture While I love film at 2.0, if you want more than one person in focus then you have to shoot at a higher aperture. Because of the […]

This family photography session served the purpose to simply capture sweet moments that go by way too fast. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful afternoon for a family session with Valerie and her two precious daughters. Valerie’s youngest is 3-months-old and she has seen firsthand how quickly little ones grow up. So, to […]

This family photo session is one of the most genuine sessions I’ve captured to date. Lindsay is a mama to three young girls. With this specific session, she wanted a casual way to capture motherhood. This is her last baby girl, so she wanted to capture and celebrate motherhood while saying her final farewell to […]

After casting a vision for our home, we decided to take on a no-spend month, and I was shocked by the effect it had on us that had nothing to do with money! For starters- increased mental clarity, better sleep habits, and a more consistent routine are just a few of the benefits. If you […]

As a mom of 5 and film photographer, I’ve learned a few things when it comes to what makes for a smooth family session. We’re talking special needs, big feelings, big messes, and lots of love. I’ve seen it all and heard it all, so there’s very little that surprises me when working with young […]

Earlier this year, my husband and I decided to do a no-spend month. We set out to do the obvious thing – save money by cutting out unnecessary expenses. While we did succeed in doing that, I was amazed at how much I grew and learned in ways that didn’t directly involve spending. Lessons Learned […]

There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to film photography. Things like camera type, film stock, metering, and lighting are all significant factors in how your film images turn out. I want to take the guesswork out and help you fix the frustrating parts of learning something new by breaking it down, […]

As a business owner, I’ve had to learn to be pretty savvy. It’s no surprise that shooting film is a luxury, and a luxury price tag comes with it. But I’ll tell you a secret: I believe you can stay profitable and make art that you love.  I’m not here to tell you to short-change yourself and […]

These 3 ingredient immune boosting popsicles are perfect for when your little ones are under the weather. In less than 4 hours, they are ready to eat with just a few simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.  The domino effect. That’s how it works in my house. With 5 little ones, it seems […]

Today I’m breaking down the exact steps you need to take a double exposure. Whether you are just starting out or could use some help troubleshooting, I hope you grow creatively and have some fun with your film!  What is a double exposure? A double exposure is simply two photos, or exposures, taken on the […]