I’m a family photographer and mom-dancing enthusiast located on Whidbey Island, Washington. I specialize in creating a high-end family portrait experience in a fun and friendly way, providing end-to-end service for all of my clients, and delivering a gallery full of love, light, and laughter that tells each family’s story just as they are in this moment.
Let’s be friends.
why family photography?
Because of moments like these.
From 1982... I love this picture of my mom and I, and keep it in my office where I can see it every day. It reminds me that the pictures I take for families are not just for the parents, but also for their children to enjoy someday as well. I can feel how much I love my mother and how much she loves me in this image, and that's something I try to do for every family I work with: Show them how loved they truly are.
To 2012... I had no idea how receiving our first family gallery would affect me. The images made me feel how much I loved my family and how much they loved me. I felt beautiful and cherished. I felt like a good wife, and a good mother. These days, both my daughters love to climb onto our couch, sit on my lap, and look through our family photo albums, giggling about how cute they were, smiling ear-to-ear.
I want you to feel as lovely and loved as you truly are.
I believe in being authentic.
I believe in showing people how lovely and loved they are.
I believe in imperfections.
I believe that every family has a unique story.
I believe in leaving physical proof for children of how much their family loved them.
I believe that art can change the world.
I believe that taking family pictures can be FUN.
My business pledge
I proudly provide inclusive service for all people.
Whoever you are, whomever you love, however you self-identify, however you are able, whatever you believe in, wherever you come from, I open my doors and arms to you as a client and a friend. I promise to not force you to dress or act in a certain way. I promise to respect you, your family, your culture, and your story. When you choose to work with me, you can expect love and respect - never hate or judgement.
You will be trusted, you will be accepted, you will be treated equally.
You are welcome here.
my mission
1. To provide a stress-free boutique family portrait experience with end-to-end service and support.
2. To create a fun and friendly session environment unlike any portrait experience you've had before.
3. To deliver a gorgeous gallery full of candid images that highlight love, light, and laughter while telling your family's story just as you are in this moment.
fun facts
I get my family pictures taken every year so that I can be in your shoes. I get the stress-sweats, obsess about outfits, and bribe the kids with ponies. I’m always relieved when it’s over, and overjoyed when I see my awesome, crazy family together in the frame. And I need a bigger house because I’ve run out of wall space! (Photo cred: Chloe Ramirez)
My journey to motherhood brought me my lowest lows and highest highs. After several miscarriages and years of trying, we finally had Sophie. And then we got it right on the first try with Emma (they are 20 months apart!). I try not to take a day for granted, but they are growing up too fast and I long to document their childhood before it slips away.
I’m a Cornhusker. That’s right! I grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, and since all of my family still lives there, the girls and I travel back every summer to soak up some fun in the sun with our cousins. I’m also friendly (if I do say so myself), easy-going, and have a Midwest work ethic - meaning my work is a part of who I am, and I always try to do what’s right.
As a military spouse for the past sixteen years, I've seen first-hand the sacrifices military families make to support their loved ones who serve abroad throughout the world. I document numerous military homecomings every year (my favorite!), and donate free sessions to military fundraising events throughout our community.
I take my job seriously, and am always trying to improve. I began teaching myself photography 8+ years ago, and have been a licensed and insured professional photographer for 5+ years. I’ve been published multiple times, and continue to invest in my business via classes, conferences, and collaboration with other artists to bring the best products and service to my clients.
I can get even the grumpiest of kiddos to have fun during a family photo session. I focus on creating a fun atmosphere, so kids are always at the center of what I do. I talk to kiddos during sessions and get to know them, encourage playtime and snuggles, and occasionally break out the Pez as a reward.
My “Why”
My house is covered with gallery walls, framed prints, and albums. My children get to see the love we feel for them every. single. day. It’s all around them. It makes them happy. And it makes me happy too.
I believe that...
You don't have to worry about the where, the when, or even what you're wearing. You don't have to stress that your family resembles one of those "awkward family pictures" when you all try to look at the camera and smile. And you won't feel uncomfortable, wondering where to look or what to do. Because we have FUN.
