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April 12, 2022

Kelsey’s At Home Water Birth

A few days ago I had the honor of witnessing the strength of this beautiful woman, Kelsey. When Kelsey reached out, she knew I had never been present for a birth as I specialize mainly in weddings and elopements, but asked if I would photograph her home water birth anyway. I was so excited to […]

March 31, 2022

Madi + Adam’s Indianapolis Wedding

I was humbled when my cousin Madi asked me to photograph her wedding day. They had a winter wedding at the Columbia Club in downtown Indianapolis. The Columbia Club is a beautiful, historic, elegant venue built in 1925, located on monument circle. I started their day by taking some photos of her beautiful dress. Shortly […]

February 11, 2022

Why You Should Consider Eloping

Eloping has a different definition now than it used to. It no longer means going to the courthouse without telling your family. Nowadays, eloping can mean getting married in California on the beach alone, or in the Smoky Mountains surrounded by your closest friends and family. Why you should consider eloping: More Intimate:There’s absolutely nothing […]

February 11, 2022

Celestial Styled Shoot

Have you ever thought about what a celestial/galaxy wedding would look like? My friend Cari and I hosted this and we were so excited watching our vision come to life. It wouldn’t have been the same without all of our incredible vendor friends. Hosts: @marissaraephotography + @carihughesphotography Couple: @paticandia + @tonypriceisniceArch: @bandlcreationHair: @wildrose_hairartistryMakeup: @ashleyurbanartistryFlorist: @sugarfieldflowersCake: […]

February 4, 2022

Reagan + Jarrett’s Underwater Session

It was the end of August and I wanted to do another session with water but couldn’t quite put my finger on what exactly I wanted to do. I had done so many beach sessions and was getting burnt out, but then I thought, “I’ve never done a pool session.” Immediately I had to make […]

February 3, 2022

Orvil + Gertie

A few weeks ago, a photographer friend of mine said, “I realized I don’t really love photography, I love people, photography is just my way of meeting them.” and I completely resonate with that. I can’t tell you the top 10 best cameras, the best starter camera, or what flash to buy. What I can […]

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