Feb 11, 2019Back Light vs. Direct LightMy favorite time to shoot is when the sun is low in the sky. I can shoot with the sun behind me, so the light is shining directly in...
Jan 28, 2019How to Shoot in Low LightI love light and airy images. Sometimes the weather doesn’t provide glorious sunlight like the one above. Womp womp. (That’s the sound...
Nov 18, 2018Behind-The-Scenes of a Boat ShootI love tight shots of people because, as a viewer, you get a sense that you’re sharing in a private moment. In every shoot, I also like...
Feb 9, 2018Behind-The-Scenes of a Maternity ShootI love Maternity Shoots because I get to capture the magic that is creating a little human! There is also fun in documenting the...
Nov 15, 2017Behind-The-Scenes: JalinIt’s time to take a peek behind-the-scenes (BTS) of one of my shoots! Here’s some background: Jalin loves the city, so she knew she...
Feb 22, 2017Embracing LinesHave you ever noticed how many LINES there are at the playground? From years of shooting, I — regardless of whether I want to or not...
Jan 2, 2017My Everything BagI’m a jeans and t-shirt kind of person. I love boots, hats, flip flops and sunglasses. I rarely pick up fashion magazines because I...
Jun 15, 2016How to Choose a PhotographerWhen you want to hire a photographer, there are many factors in your decision-making. It could be the talent and expertise of the...
Feb 8, 2016Pom Pom BouquetWanted to share this fun DIY pom pom bouquet I made for our Beach Room. (Yes, I named many of our rooms because…well, why not?!!) I made...
Oct 1, 2015Setting Up Families for a Lifestyle ShootMichael F. asked me a fabulous question after reading my latest Behind-The-Scenes post, so I wanted to share the Q and A! His Q: I...
Sep 29, 2015Does Location Really Matter?You can spend countless hours coming up with the photoshoot location, but let’s be honest. Does the location REALLY matter? This is one...
Aug 31, 2015Behind-The-Scenes: CrystalStyled Shoots involve more directing of subjects, which is a fun contrast to my regular shoots (Lifestyle Photography) that are more...
Apr 26, 2015Behind-The-Scenes: Little PrincessAs part of my 1 hour Styled Session of my 5-year old’s birthday, Ava changed into her flowy pink dress and wore a handmade glittery gold...
Feb 26, 2015The Secret About BxWI love BxW images so much that I asked our photographer to shoot Lawrence and my engagement portraits entirely in BxW film. This was a...
Feb 23, 2015Photography Projects for KidsI love kids. I just love ’em! A child’s laughter is THE best sound ever. (Ocean waves come in #2.) I love how kids are real with you,...
Sep 30, 2014Photographing Images With More PizzazzDPS just published my latest article, and I am excited to share it with you! I’ve been doing this lesson for decades. Yes, THAT long! ...
Aug 6, 2014Improve Your Portrait Photography in 5 MinutesHere is a short article with tips to consider the next time you are photographing people… #publishedarticle #DPSarticle #photographytip...
Jul 23, 2014How To Photograph Shy AdultsHere is an article I wrote for some of my readers who read How To Photograph Shy Children and asked for tips on photographing adults! ...
Jun 2, 2014Food Photography TipsDoes this photo make you want to eat it? Food Photographers think this way. Food Photography can be simple to quite complicated where...
Apr 28, 2014The Impact of Small ChangesIn case you missed this quick tip on my Facebook page, here it is… *QUIZ* These 2 images were taken 2 seconds apart. There is a HUGE...