The cool and gentle breeze, the serenity, and privacy are just few of my favorite reasons why I love sunrise sessions! Sunrises are peaceful and they bring forth incredible, soft light (as well as some golden hour love!). There are many reasons why I highly recommend sunrise sessions. This post shares 5 reasons why sunrise photography sessions are highly beneficial, beautiful, and might just be a highlight for you to remember.

One of the most popular question I get is, “What do I & my family wear to our photo session?” This question can definitely cause some stress but not to worry, I’m here to help! Below you’ll find some helpful wardrobe advice for your photo session.

Frank has been a drummer for over 60 years and for this musician portrait session, he wanted sharp, clean, and classic musician portraits. I was happy to oblige!

Engagement sessions are such a special experience for couples, and when you add a beautiful rocky beach into the mix, the magic truly comes alive! I recently had the pleasure of capturing a truly delightful engagement session at the beach for Johanna and Matthew, a couple who are deeply in love and oh so cute!

As I stood there, amidst the hustle and bustle of Times Square, surrounded by towering skyscrapers and the vibrant energy of the city that never sleeps, I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude wash over me. It was a moment I'll never forget – a moment that reminded me of the power of dreams, perseverance, and faith.

Introducing baby Sam! My heart is overjoyed to have finally met this little bundle of joy and to see see Katie & Josh being parents is a blessing. What a wonderful moment to witness and to have captured! Katie & Josh decided to do a at home newborn session which to me is beyond special.

Please allow me to introduce to you Isabella, or as I like to call her, Izzy. This gorgeous girl is a dancer, a dreamer, and a pleasure to photograph. This was such a fun session full of giggles and the day couldn’t have been prettier!

When I was little (and still now!) one of my favorite things to do was to pick up wildflowers and bring them home to my grandmother and mother. I learned it from my grandmother who would stop at every little patch of wildflowers.

My approach to lifestyle photography is rather candid, especially when it comes to family photography. I love documenting families in a relaxed and fun setting where the kids play and the adults watch or even join in!

I love working with teens because they’re full of energy, they’re vivacious, and they’re a whole lot of fun! Teens are eager to get in front of the camera and show their personalities and who they are at that stage in their lives, I love that.

This session was cuteness overload, a true joy to photograph! There were so many adorable moments that I know the Hardees’ will cherish for a lifetime.

If you’re new to this series, I would love to catch you up. My office was in desperate need of remodeling and the floors had to go!

A few years ago, we came to this gorgeous park to document Halia’s 6th month, and here we are now celebrating baby Olina’s 6th month. How amazing is it that I’ve seen this beautiful family grow!

Truly, I love this park. Quaint and peaceful, this park surely is one of my favorite locations to shoot at. The old oak trees adorned with hanging Spanish moss give that old Florida vibe that I love so much!

A little confession, I cried after this session! My heart flutters when I witness so much love, especially love from mother to daughter.

Over the years, we’ve created many images, and have wedding stories, and memories. So it goes without saying that I’m overjoyed to have witnessed Katie & Josh’s love grow and to be able to document this very important moment in their lives!

Is a branding photo shoot worth it?

As a business and lifestyle photographer, of course I’m going to say yes. But not just because it’s good for my business–because it’s great for yours! I love helping my clients reach their goals and experience success. And I know how important professional images are to accomplishing that. If you’re on the fence about booking a branding photo shoot, here are my top 5 reasons why you should absolutely consider it.

Sessions at the botanical gardens are just so beautiful. I love the mix between the colors of the flowers and the variation of plants and trees. Definitely one of my top favorite locations!

We built our cat Coco a cat wall shelve + cat loft and it was a fail. Back to the drawing board!

Follow the tips below to create the most personal and beautiful photos for this very special time in your life. Links to my favorite dresses and stores to shop at. 😘