How could I not start off this post with praise?! When you plan a wedding in December, the weather is probably the primary concern. Any bride and groom want their guests to be safe and comfortable, but as a photographer, I'm not-so-secretly hoping for a ton of fluffy snow. So when massive movie-style snowflakes were falling down the night before the Nickell's big day, I couldn't hardly contain my excitement. What's even better is that God allowed us to wake up to a beautiful,

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Family session time! This time, the Petersen family met me right after ball practice and right before a ball game. Whew! Life is like that right now. That’s why these moments in front of the camera are so important. When I look back at the framed sessions on my wall, I don’t remember the chaos or the tight schedules. I remember the giggles and the tiny hands holding mine. I hope that’s what the Petersens remember too. I took pictures

Are you ready for the coolest senior session ever?! No, really. It was like 28 degrees. Did that stop Jonmichael? No! Because this guy brings all the warmth. He is absolutely the most precious soul, and he always has been! I’ve watched him grow up over many years and he’s always been a delight. He’s articulate, kind, super funny, and so sincere. While we were crossing the street, he stepped ahead of me and his momma and put his arms out in front of us when he thought a car wa

If anyone ever asks me what is my favorite weather for sessions, the answer is always snow. Southern Indiana certainly is unpredictable as far as the forecast goes, but those rare perfectly bright and white snowy days are always a dream to shoot. So when we woke up to a fresh blanket of the sparkly stuff on the day of the Stuckwisch maternity session, I was more than excited. Lucy and Chad are planning to welcome their first bundle of joy right after the holidays! I always sa

Another perfect family session in the books. What a wonderful season this has turned out to be! This time, I met the Barich family right before dinner (see last picture). This crew poured out generations and generations of love. From Gram, all the way down to Mikey, everyone was picture-perfect even in the cold. What a wonderful reminder during this Holiday season that family time is priceless and being with those who know and love you the most will create a warmth that is un