One of the hardest things about being a photographer with children is this incessant need to film them. Itʼs like the itch that can never fully be scratched.

I will admit, I’ve overdone it at times. I’ve let the desire to get the shot overtake me, make me angry if I didn’t get it, and just basically ruin the very moment I was trying to capture.

This side of me came out big-time when I was doing my 365 in 2013. I drove the whole house crazy – including our dog – to make sure I got the shot of the day. But that all changed this year when I decided to put down the camera, and realized that I was potentially hurting relationships in my home with my daughter and even husband {though he isnʼt the main focus of the images}.

Allow me to share with you some ways on how to keep snapping, but lessen the irritating factor when taking pictures of your family.

Read More “How to not be Annoying when Taking Family Photos”

As an in-home documentary photographer, I am used to shooting in all types of homes for family photos. I welcome the challenge of finding pockets of light and interesting places to film each time I walk into a new environment.

But we all know, our own homes can become somewhat ʻstaleʼ and uninspiring after a while. Read More “Creative Locations for Family Photos”

Light is everything for a photographer.

Light tells the story. And it’s up to us to make sure that story is communicated through our images.

Read More “How to Embrace Window Light in your Photos”

Cell phones these days are like awesome little mini cameras. The technology and ability to change the size of the image in camera and print them out to more than a tiny pixelated image has grown leaps and bounds over the years.

Read More “How to Take Better Photos with your Phone”

When I set out on my journey and took my photography from a hobby to a business five years ago, no one was really talking about lifestyle photography. These days, lifestyle photography is trending. The desire to capture natural, relaxed images is being embraced now more than ever.

Read More “What is Lifestyle Photography?”

It’s no secret that you can dramatically change the look and feel of an entire room with a can (or two) of paint, a roller and your bare walls. But what about a quick painting project that’ll conquer your craving for change without needing to cover your sofa in a drop cloth? Throw on your DIY tee; here’s a round up of painting projects that’ll give your home a high impact punch with minimal effort – dare I say, projects you can complete in an afternoon? Let’s welcome spring with a fresh dose of color, the simplified way.

Read More “5 High Impact Afternoon Painting Projects”