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Hey all! I know it’s been a while since I posted. I have been so busy photographing, editing, and delivering galleries, ...
08/21/2026

Hey all!

I know it’s been a while since I posted. I have been so busy photographing, editing, and delivering galleries, that I have not had much time to make social media posts. I appreciate that all my clients understand this and know that I am happy to share my work of their beautiful moments, when I am able.

I will probably be sparingly posting over the next two months, as I prepare for my own wedding (OMG, AH!) but I plan to try and catch up in the colder months of the year when there is little to photograph. So, if you do not see yourself now, please know that I am doing my best to get your session out there. But please keep sharing on your personal pages and tagging me! I honestly love to see it and it brings me so much happiness!

Thank you for still being here to see my work!

Now, for something fun!

Marquis + Aysia ✨

You may know Marquis as one of the best photographers and artists in the area and Aysia as a community staple, but I am lucky enough to call them friends too!

Marquis asked me a few months ago if I’d be willing to photograph his proposal to Aysia and I immediately met him with a resounding YES! I knew this would be such an incredibly emotional session with lots of joy and I was not wrong.

We started out as a little couple session and then we set Marquis up for the moment! Right on the edge of lake Michigan’s gorgeous beach, he got down on one knee!

I think you can really feel the pure excitement and joy in these photographs and it felt so special to see them both in this moment. Aysia jumped for joy and we all couldn’t stop smiling.

These two hold a soft spot in my heart and I cannot wait to watch them take on life together and achieve all the dreams they have. Their love is so beautiful!

Congrats to these new engaged fiancés!

Good morning everyone! Yesterday, I had the privilege of photographing the Battle Creek Pride festival!It was an incredi...
07/19/2026

Good morning everyone!

Yesterday, I had the privilege of photographing the Battle Creek Pride festival!

It was an incredible day, filled with love, friendship, and community. We had amazing vendors and entertainment as well and people came from all over Michigan!

I also made a post about photographing this event and the internet trolls definitely showed up in droves.

If you’re new here, I just need to make one thing clear- this is a safe space. I will ALWAYS stand up for my community. I have been about this from the moment I picked up a camera. It will never change.

My art is for everyone!

I have photographed q***r couples, BLM protests, and much more. I have never once hidden what my beliefs are or who I am. If you do not like that, please hire another photographer that aligns more with your beliefs.

I will not tolerate bigotry, racism, ableism, or any type of hateful rhetoric in my comments.

Thank you to all those who supported me and this organization yesterday! The endless amount of hate is a glaring reminder that Pride is still necessary. But your love and kindness is louder than any hate!

The q***r community is NEVER going away! We have existed for centuries and will continue to do so, with or without approval.

Happy Pride 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🩵✨

Photographing the Battle Creek Pride festival today, as well as being a proud sponsor! Stop down for some great vendors,...
07/18/2026

Photographing the Battle Creek Pride festival today, as well as being a proud sponsor!

Stop down for some great vendors, live music, food trucks, drag shows, and even a petting zoo for the kids!

11-8 pm today!

🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💗✨

Last year’s summer sun ☀️Grace and Matt will be getting married next month, so I thought this was the perfect time to sh...
06/22/2026

Last year’s summer sun ☀️

Grace and Matt will be getting married next month, so I thought this was the perfect time to share their engagement!

Grace and Matt’s engagement session was such a special one for me. I’ve had the privilege of photographing Grace since her college graduation, and it has been such a joy to watch her journey unfold through the years. Seeing her step into new seasons of life has been so rewarding, and getting to capture this chapter is especially meaningful.

One of my favorite things about this session was seeing the way Matt looks at Grace and how genuinely happy they are together. It’s clear that they bring out the best in one another, and their love is effortless, kind, and full of joy.
Grace, it has been an honor to document so many milestones in your life, and I couldn’t be happier for you both.

Congratulations on this exciting season—I can’t wait to celebrate your wedding next month!

Spring Mini sessions were a hit! 💐Thank you to all these beautiful families who came out!
04/08/2026

Spring Mini sessions were a hit! 💐

Thank you to all these beautiful families who came out!

Spring mini sessions are a go! I have 8 slots left and would love to fill those with your beautiful faces. There will be...
03/04/2026

Spring mini sessions are a go!

I have 8 slots left and would love to fill those with your beautiful faces. There will be fresh florals as a nice spring backdrop.

You can use these minis for family, maternity, mommy and me, or even headshots!

Message me to book!

Hey friends! I know it’s been a while since you’ve heard from me, but I am getting back into the swing of things now tha...
02/27/2026

Hey friends!

I know it’s been a while since you’ve heard from me, but I am getting back into the swing of things now that spring is approaching!

I’ve been asked a few times if I’m offering motherhood minis or spring minis this year, so I’m here to gauge your interest before I book the studio.

I would need at least 8-10 sign ups to make it happen, so let me know below if you’re interested!

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Battle Creek, MI
49014

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