There’s something sacred about being invited into a family’s joy before the rest of the world knows.

The Swart family’s session was soft, tender, and full of heart. What started as a cozy afternoon of storytelling, laughter, and snuggles turned into something much more — a quiet little secret revealed in the most beautiful way.

The Swart family brought such a warm, easy energy into the studio—it felt more like hanging out with friends than a photo session. Such a sweet time with the sweetest crew!

The Burchfields came into the studio to celebrate a beautiful new chapter with their newly adopted baby. Capturing their love for their new daughter was an absolute honor.

Full of joy, personality, and the sweetest family connection—loved having the Peppelman crew in the studio!

Baby Aurora was pure sweetness. Capturing her first days with her loving parents was such a joy.

These two sweet gals super blessed me when they came into the studio! Little Ivy was all giggles and girly! It was so much fun! I loved Sydney’s style and tattoo detail, she a muse for sure! Xo.

Crackling leaves behind our feet, giddy childlike squeals and the warmth of golden hour made a perfect recipe for the sweetest photo with this family.

Tara came to North Carolina for a long visit and we did a mini session in my newly decorated guest bedroom. This family means the world to me and I enjoy every second I get to spend with them!

I was introduced to this family by a dear friend, and I’m so glad to have ended my season as a photographer in Sacramento with them! The tones, the light, the naturally magical nuances…everything photographer dreams are made of.

I love being part of documenting this family’s legacy. Welome, baby Luka.

To know the Takata’s is to adore them! What a beautiful crew. I have known Hannah + Blake since elementary school and it was really fun to seem them “all grown up” with a family! This session was nothing short of amazing - the subjects, the view, the outfits….love it all.