What a surprise it was to me that the girl who was always described as “quiet” in large groups, I found that weddings made me come alive. Being in the presence of that feeling of oneness with all the hearts and minds lifting up the couple in love is such a rare and special moment in life. It's the only moment when all your favorite people are in the same place. To me, photos are the best way to hold those moments from your wedding in your heart and to share them with friends, family, and future generations.
I am a bit of an old soul, and a romantic. History and stories are so meaningful to me. On my wedding day, my husband recorded a song on a cassette and gave it to me to play on an old tape recorder. My parents rented a 1955 Chevy for a getaway car and tied the same shoes and cans that were used for their wedding!
I believe in finding your forever partner, and finding joyfulness together. Even though we’ve been married about five years now, AJ and I still plan “surprise date nights” for each other. It’s so much fun to plan these, and often we just find ourselves walking around antique stores, imagining the stories behind the treasures we find, or enjoying a stand up comedy show together!
When I’m not photographing a wedding, you’ll probably find me taking walks around my neighborhood with my husband, my daughter Caroline, and our energetic mini Goldendoodle, Franklin. Or, you may find me in a local coffee shop, or cozied up on the couch watching some of my favorites: Survivor, The Bachelor, or an interesting Netflix documentary. Other than home, my favorite place in the world is Boone, NC (where AJ and I met in college - Go Mountaineers)!
Mostly, I really like people and getting to know what’s important to them. I hope I can meet you soon! It would be an honor to get to know you.