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“Human connection is the most vital aspect of our existence. Without the sweet touch of another being, we are lonely stars in an empty space waiting to shine gloriously.” >>Joe Straynge One of the most common concerns I hear from couples and families when planning a photo session is that they don’t think they take […]

“I do believe in an everyday sort of magic – The inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like. The eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity. The whispered voice. The hidden presence when we think we’re alone…” –> Charles de Lint While summer fun has ended for many, coastal […]

Out of all the moments in my life…The ones I’ve spent with you are my most favorite. – Unknown In so many different ways, summertime holds this special magic. Some of my best memories from childhood, and even as an adult, happened during the summer months. Whether it was trips with my family, hanging on […]

I have always believed that we are each called to a purpose in life. For some, the knowledge of that purpose arrives early. For others, it’s discovered and molded over a series of challenges, with incredible achievements and deep pain. It is through our struggles that we gain strength, wisdom and direction. For as long […]

The photograph remembers long after we have forgotten If you have worked with me, you know that the printed picture is at the heart of my work. That is because I know the true value of printed pictures – they are priceless. Printed pictures give you precious moments, forever captured in images that will live […]

Welcome back for part two of my Frequently Asked Questions! As I create this post, it is 30 degrees outside, something a bit unusual here along the coast. It seems like a great day to create the second part of this list and answer some more of your questions. Remember that part one can be […]

This is a great time of year to answer some of those questions that often are asked when considering a photo session. The FAQ list is a long one, so I will break these FAQs up into different blog posts – this is part one! Whether it’s a Family Session, a Couples Session or a […]

Happy, Happy New Year from coastal North Carolina! I hope this New Year finds each of you full of love, happiness and expectancy for the amazing things that are coming! I believe 2024 will be a year filled with unexpected blessings! This is the start of my first full year in North Carolina and I […]

For as long as I can remember, I have always been excited to look through old photo albums and pictures and imagine the lives the people in those photos lived. When asked where my love of photography comes from, I often will tell the story of finding old boxes of pictures and letters in my […]

Years ago when I was first beginning photography, digital files did not exist. Back then we had negatives. Yet, the desire was still the same. Back then clients wanted their negatives, just as they want digital files today. I was one of those people back when I got married…let’s just say that was some time […]