I’d always wanted to go to New York in winter. I guess I thought it’d be romantic, sitting on a park bench in a thick, wool coat, watching the tourists and taxis go by. I have no idea what I was thinking. Don’t get me wrong–I’m really glad I had the chance to return to […]

Valentine’s Day always seemed like an odd holiday to me, growing up. Sure, I enjoyed the class parties that were pink and red themed (the more red, the better!) like anyone else. But since my birthday is less than a week away, I was too busy anticipating my party and the presents I would open. As I […]

January is generally a slow time for photographers, and I’m no exception. With a record snowfall frozen to the ground, I’ve been spending my time indoors…but not slacking off! Not only am I determined to keep fresh content on my blog this year, I want to spend my off season learning and practicing. Often during a wedding […]

Since it’s a short drive from downtown Payette, Idaho to Kiwanis Park, Dave and Shirley’s family opted to go to both locations for their family pictures. It was a cold and mostly cloudy day in early December, so everyone took turns jumping in and out of their coats. Somehow we made it work! I swear, […]

Two days after Thanksgiving, I met up with Gerry and Jaime’s family at Beck-Kiwanis Park in Ontario. It was just over two years since I photographed their family for the first time, back in 2014, in the same park! I’m always honored to have repeat clients. Naturally, we had to replicate one of their favorites […]