DIY Family Portraits with a Timer
How are you going to get in FRONT of the camera if no one is behind it? Well, friends, you have options with timers: Iphone Camera: There is a 3 second and a 10 second timer. Click on the button that looks like a clock. Choose 10 seconds. The con to this is that it is a lot of running back and forth. But, if this is your only option, YOU CAN DO
Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother's Day, Mommas! Can we all agree to rest today? And order in? Or if someone in your family is an awesome cook, nominate them to meal planning for the day? If you are ordering in and you are local to Wheaton, IL, can I please recommend the shrimp burger at Burger Social. It is heavenly, friends. Just sayin'. Or, another sandwich I crave is the shaved turkey + truffle and
DIY Family Portrait and your Tripod
A friend of mine asked where to set up her tripod for your Mother's Day DIY photo session. Some things to think about: 1) Do you like close ups or do you like capturing your surroundings as well? 2) Are you doing them indoor or outdoor? 3) Will they be posed or candid? If they are candid and you are moving around, you will need to place the tripod farther away. If they
Finding Beautiful Light
Hi friends! Here is my little video on finding beautiful light to do your Mother's Day family portraits! Remember, turn off your on-camera flash and go find the light!
My Why
These two are my why. Why I chose photography Why I choose to help women feel beautiful, confident, and comfortable in front of the camera Why I choose to encourage other women I want to be a good mom to them, a good example, and to teach them what is important in life so they can make wise decisions for themselves one day. Put God first. Be kind. Give grace. Forgive. Love
Motherhooding
Motherhooding It is by far the greatest blessing in this world and yet the greatest challenge. I think we can all say that being a mom is probably one of the hardest things we have ever done. We are all trying to be the best moms to our little (and big) humans. I'm here to tell you that you are the perfectly imperfect mom for your kiddo. And, I SEE YOU. Keep