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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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These two are pure bliss! I have so enjoyed getting know them over the last year. Emory is the epitome of a KZP bride – bubbly, full of life, and has a heart of gold. Her smile lights up an entire room and her beauty on the outside matches what’s on the inside (Preston thought […]

April 1, 2024

Colorful Spring Wedding at Seven Paths Manor | Emory and Preston

Weddings

Something I get asked for ALL. THE. TIME. is location recommendations. Some photographers provide a list of preferred locations upon booking. However, I personally choose not to send over an initial “location guide” because I love to dig a little bit deeper!  Let Me Explain My goal is for your photos to represent YOU! If […]

March 27, 2024

Tips for Seniors: How to Choose a Location

Seniors

Hey girl hey!!! I am so glad you’re here and happy you want to learn more about your senior shoot! Senior year is such an exciting time in life…and your photo experience shouldn’t be any different! I believe your senior photos should represent YOU and all of the things that make you special. It is […]

February 1, 2024

WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER YOUR SENIOR SESSION

Seniors

January 4, 2024 Happy New Year!!!  I rang in the new year the best way I know how – with my 3 besties 🥰  With the start to each new year, I like to take time to reflect and make positive changes. Social media is a highlight reel, but honestly 2023 was a very hard […]

January 4, 2024

2023 Reflection 

Personal

December 31, 2023 My first New Year’s Eve wedding is in the books!!! I typically do not take on New Year’s Eve weddings because it’s my hubby’s birthday, but when Kim and I had our initial call she was the sweetest bride and I couldn’t say no! (thank goodness because it was such an honor […]

January 1, 2024

Winter Industrial Wedding at The Filling Station in Goldsboro, NC | Kimberly & Allen

Weddings

I truly believe approaching photos with purpose and intentionality. When you look at your photos, even years from now, I want you to: To approach photos this way, there is a process I walk each of my clients through. Majority of this process takes place PRIOR to your session. 1. Establish your WHY First and […]

December 31, 2023

TIPS FOR PLANNING OUT YOUR PORTRAITS

Engagements, Portraits

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What to expect BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER YOUR SENIOR SESSION

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