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When Katherine mentioned that they’d like to do their engagement session on a family friends land out in the country I knew their session was going to be good! Valdosta is full of gorgeous pieces of land, usually filled with pecan and pine trees, but this time it was different, there were oak trees! What?! […]

Ever since I met Lauren and Kurt I’ve been looking forward to their wedding. Lauren has this elegance about her that I can’t exactly explain, she’s absolutely stunning, but it’s her kind demeanor and loving heart that stand out the most. Kurt is incredibly kind and one of the happiest people I’ve ever spent time […]

If you’ve ever met Jessica or been in the same room as her you know that she radiates joy. She always has a huge smile on her face and after spending time with her family I think I know where she gets it from. Her kind heart is so welcoming and I’ve always felt so […]

When Alex asked me to photograph his proposal last year I was so excited, to have the opportunity to document the entire engagement process is such a blessing and always so much fun! There’s just something about being present in moments that are so full of joy that makes you feel so close to the […]

Mary Beth called me as I was walking into the airport and I just knew what it was about! This sweet girl was getting married!  When I was in college I photographed Briggs little sister (she is an incredible actress and wise beyond her years) and I’ve loved keeping up with their family ever since! […]

Up until two weeks ago I don’t think that I’d ever formally met Jenna. I knew who she was from her sweet emails, but I’d never met her in person. Anyone that I mentioned their session too immediately responded with oh you are going to love her and I do!!! She is so incredibly kind […]