GET TO KNOW ME.
As a photographer (and empath) I feel it's so important for us to understand each other, exchange our stories & connect as friends. And that's what this page is about: a safe space to learn about me, the human behind this business. Photography will always be a part of who I am (9 to 5 really wasn't me friends) and I'm honored to share my art, and my heart with all of you. There's so much beauty in capturing people; as they are, for who they are, their emotions and life decisions. That's something about this job that will always stay with me.
Family means the world to me, and that includes being a proud mom to my furbabes. Even more so, I find it pretty dang cool that I'm married to my very best friend, and that our unique love story allows me to connect with my clients on a relatable level. Dyl and I are living proof that love can be found anywhere, even when it starts with a swipe right. Our journey together has had it's challenges, but when you look at the little things, it's been nothing short of incredible.
MY LIL' FAM: DYLAN, DIXIE & WINSLOW
Many things bring me joy: but jumping on a plane & exploring somewhere new? That's what refreshes the soul. I'll forever be grateful that this career allows me to document love in cool places. It's taken me all over the US: Colorado, Tennessee, Virginia, Indiana, Utah...just to name a few. I'm always ready for an adventure & down to go recharge in nature. You got somewhere to go? Let's make it happen.
TRAVEL
GOOD EATS: DIET COKE + HOMEMADE SAUCE
I pinky promise, if I need that extra caffeine kick?? You will catch me ordering a DC at your wedding. But really, as a fellow foodie and Italian– nothing speaks to my heart more than a fresh pot of homemade sauce and an ice cold Diet Coke. So if you're thinking about inviting me over to Sunday Sauce, the answer is yes. I'll bring the bread.
MUSIC & THEATER
Nothing puts me in my feels more than seeing a live concert or a Broadway show. I grew up listening to my mom's music: Fleetwood Mac, Shaina Twain, Celine Dion, Billy Joel, Elton John... (you know the classics) Now as an adult my Jeep Jam playlist shuffles names like Ed Sheeran, Chris Stapleton, Noah Kahan, Dolly Parton & ofc T Swift. If you really get to know me, you'll def hear me talk about my time in theatre. I've been attending shows since I was a little girl, and performing in them since middle school. Unfortunately you can't catch me on stage anytime soon (I've got weddings to shoot) but if you throw on a showtune?? You're getting a concert for sure.
My favorites
weddings completed
“Find out who you are, and do it on purpose.”
So for right now, I’m killing it in my wife & pet mom era, happily planning my next adventure outta here (the Enneagram 7 in me can't help it) and embracing the waves of life as a woman, and small biz owner in her late twenties. For those who follow along on my socials, you know my life journey so far has proven to be a series of crazy events (marriage, a cancer diagnosis & house fire all in 3 years) but faith, love & photography has gotten me through. As cheesy as that may sound.
This is my full time gig, and truthfully I can't remember a time in my life that I wasn’t running around with a camera. Family functions, road trips, high school drama club and then eventually crime scenes after college. Stepping away from my Forensics job was HARD, but jumping into this dream job in 2019 was my best decision yet. As an empath, I put my heart & soul into this business, so know that when you choose to work with me, your story sticks with me for a long, long time.
70
years as a full time photographer
6
years married to the love of my life
3
YEARS LIVING IN BUFFALO, NY
8
In the words of the fabulous Dolly Parton,
CONNECT WITH ME