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Professional Headshots at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons NC

Jun 26, 2025

Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC, offers the perfect mix of charm, professionalism, and natural beauty—making it a favorite location for my headshot sessions. For this session, I had the opportunity to photograph a business professional who needed a variety of images that felt approachable, polished, and confident.We explored several areas of the park, from tree-lined paths to brick steps, using natural light to enhance the subject’s features and professional presence. What I love ...

Family of five smiling together in a colorful field of wildflowers at Dogwood Farms in Belews Creek, NC during golden hour.

Sunset Smiles at Dogwood Farms Belews Creek, NC Family Session

Jun 25, 2025

Spring in North Carolina means fresh blooms, golden sunsets, and some of the dreamiest backdrops for family portraits—and Dogwood Farms in Belews Creek delivers every time.This session was full of life, color, and connection. The mix of open laughter, tight sibling hugs, and individual portraits made this gallery something truly special. The kids made each moment fun and natural, and watching them all interact was the heart of the shoot. Whether we were capturing a quiet ...

Mom with her two children sitting in a colorful field of flowers at Dogwood Farms, smiling together during a golden hour family portrait session.

A Sweet Spring Session at Dogwood Farms Belews Creek, NC

Jun 24, 2025

There’s something magical about spring evenings at Dogwood Farms in Belews Creek, NC—especially when they’re filled with love, laughter, and wildflowers.This family session was a total joy to photograph. The light was golden, the flowers were in full bloom, and the connection between these sweet siblings and their beautiful mom made every frame feel like a page from a storybook. From silly hugs to gentle moments of stillness, their bond was easy to see and even ...

Woman smiling while holding a coffee cup, leaning against a pink brick wall in downtown Winston-Salem, NC, wearing a striped blue blouse and jeans on a sunny day.

Finding Joy in the Middle of the Mundane

Jun 23, 2025

Let’s be real—sometimes life feels… dull.Not in a dramatic, movie-worthy way. But in that slow, everyday hum of adulthood. The laundry piles up, the fridge needs restocking, the dog tracked in mud (again), and someone always needs something from you. Throw in homeownership responsibilities, bills, and parenting moments that stretch your patience, and it’s easy to wonder: Where did the joy go?And then there’s the contrast—our phones.With every swipe, ...