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When I'm not chasing around my two littles or soaking up the sunshine, I'm creating a photo experience rooted in purpose and intention for graduating seniors and engaged couples.

2023 reflections

engagement photos in beaufort, NC

senior photos in new bern, NC

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February felt like a whirlwind, but in the best way possible! This month was full of sweet moments, small victories, and a whole lot of love — and I’m so excited to share some of our favorite highlights with you. Acts of Love Challenge This February, our family set out to do an act of […]

March 12, 2025

Life Lately: February Favorites, Laughs, and Little Wins

Personal

Lyn’s high school senior session along the coast, was nothing short of stunning! We started the afternoon exploring NC’s charming town of Beaufort down by the waterfront, followed by Front Street where the trees provided the perfect scenic backdrop, and finishing with the dunes of Atlantic Beach. Lyn’s smile and infectious positivity made every shot […]

February 24, 2025

High School Senior Photos in Beaufort + Atlantic Beach

High school senior girl smiling on front street in Beaufort, NC

Seniors

Graduation season is right around the corner, and if you’re a high school or college senior it’s time to find the perfect dress for your big day! A classic white dress is a timeless choice for graduation, whether you’re walking across the stage at NC State, East Carolina University, Meredith College, UNC Chapel Hill, Duke, […]

February 18, 2025

10 White Graduation Dresses: Perfect for High School and College Seniors

Trendy White Graduation Mini Dress Inspiration for High School and College Seniors

Seniors

Conner and Parker Where do I even begin?! Summer hurricane season brought some unexpected high winds, black clouds and heavy rain to Conner and Parker’s wedding day. Although everyone was facing a pretty big challenge, I was determined to let NOTHING ruin their special day! As a wedding photographer, my ultimate goal is to serve […]

September 4, 2024

A Summer Southern Wedding at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Bride and Groom Wedding Portraits at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Weddings

August 6, 2024 Conner is the epitome of a dream bride…full of sunshine, love, kindness and to top it off – gorgeous! I am so excited to finally be able to share her beautiful bridal portraits. We had the perfect weather (despite it being July in North Carolina) and such a great time together with […]

August 6, 2024

Classic, Southern Bridal Portraits at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Summer bride with pastel floral bridal bouquet

Bridals, Weddings

YOU’RE ENGAGED!!! YAY! I am sooo excited for you! Being engaged is such a fun season – soak it all in and enjoy the celebrations! And as much fun as being engaged is, marriage is even better! You have so much to look forward to! Once the initial shock + excitement turns into realization that […]

April 3, 2024

3 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO INITIATE WEDDING PLANNING

Engagements, Weddings

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