Bees are vital to our environment… and our gardens. In Iowa, you can help protect pollinators and fight colony collapse disorder by planting native flowers like purple coneflowers, milkweed, and bee balm. These blooms not only support local ecosystems, they add beauty to your outdoor space (and make gorgeous backdrops for family portraits).
Read MoreI recently revisited two personality tests—just for fun—and realized they explain a lot about how I photograph people. This post breaks down my type and how it shapes the way I pose, guide, and connect with clients.
Read MoreA fifth-grade weigh-in became the lens through which I measured myself for years. This is the story of how a conversation with my nine-year-old gave me a new perspective, and why photography matters in holding that perspective up to the light.
Read MoreSome days, the juggle feels like choreography. Other days, it’s me, in yesterday’s leggings, tossing snacks like confetti and hoping for the best. I’ve started to believe that dropping the ball isn’t failure. It’s just proof you were carrying too much.
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