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Rooted In Love 💕
Playful, heartfelt, child-led family photographer
Now booking Summer and Fall, local and adventure sessions
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I am completely self-taught.I’ve watched YouTube videos, taken countless mentorships and figured out a whole lot throug...
10/08/2026

I am completely self-taught.
I’ve watched YouTube videos, taken countless mentorships and figured out a whole lot through trial and error.

As I enter my 9th year in business, I’m realizing that some of the systems and ways of doing things that I put in place years ago are no longer sustainable or efficient.

Which means I’m learning new things again.
And if I’m being honest, that isn’t always easy for me.
My brain has a habit of immediately telling me:
I can’t do this.
I’m not capable.
I’m not smart enough to learn this.

Those thoughts didn’t come from nowhere. I picked up that belief about myself years ago in school. I hated school, so I didn’t apply myself, and somewhere along the way I started believing that maybe I just wasn’t good at learning.

I’ve been working really hard to rewrite that story.

Because the truth is, I can learn new things.
I don’t have to understand everything immediately.
I don’t have to be naturally good at something for it to be worth learning.
And struggling with something doesn’t mean I’m not capable of doing it.

Running a business is hard work.
But it has also been one of the most rewarding opportunities for self growth I’ve ever given myself.

Not just as a photographer.
As a person.

And as I enter my 9th year I’m still learning, still changing, and still figuring things out.

I think that’s a pretty good thing.

10/02/2026

Capturing emotion and connection can be tricky, here are 3 tips to help you get beautiful photos!

1. Look for way to connect (unless the child is shy)

Notice something that catches your attention - sparkly shoes, a cute bow, a twirly dress and comment on it. This is showing that you’re interested in them!
Establishing this connection is huge and carries through the entire session.

2. Let them lead

Pay attention to how they are arrive.
Are they feeling shy and reserved and need more time to warm up?
Are they wild and ready to go?
Go off of that, this will make for a more harmonious flowing session.

3. Be silly

Come ready to get a little weird! Kids love to be funny, make goofy faces, tell jokes, play games, make silly noises.
Find what works for each child, some will love fart jokes others won’t!
You’re giving them something to react to.

All of this matters because you’re giving the child the space to relax and be themselves.
Which the parents see and allows them to relax as well!

Making for a fun, memorable, natural experience for everyone!

Kids are naturally busy. They like to move, play, wiggle, snuggle, run, climb, explore, be super silly. I don’t want to ...
10/01/2026

Kids are naturally busy.

They like to move, play, wiggle, snuggle, run, climb, explore, be super silly.

I don’t want to change that, I want to embrace that and capture their special and unique personalities.

I want you to receive your gallery that feels like your family.

A gallery that captures the silly faces your children make, their scrunched nose while laughing, the way they still snuggle into your neck.

Whatever season you are in -full of wildness and busy, or shy and snuggly it’s a moment you’ll want to look back on one day ❤️

The prettiest location isn’t always the best location for your family.

I want you to choose somewhere your family can actually be comfortable and relax in.

Do your kids hate sand? Do they get cold easily? Do they need lots of space to run and play?

These are things to consider when picking your location

Your kids might get distracted.
Someone might need a break.
Everyone might be running in different directions at full speed.

You might have a moment where you think “this is not going how I imagined”.

That’s okay.

It’s my job to help guide. It’s your job to be flexible and pivot when we need to.

Perfect fall photos aren’t finding the most perfect colorful tree.

Beautiful light, good textures and your family together create beautiful photographs anywhere.

Your job is to be present with your family.

No need to over discipline if a child isn’t interested in a game idea. Be flexi able and pivot when we need to.

Play. Laugh. Snuggle. Explore. Be super silly. Smile.

I’ll take care of the rest.

I want to photograph your family just how they are.

The wildness. The chaos. The shy snuggles.

It’s all beautiful and a passing season that is worth remembering.

09/29/2026

I know how easy it is to worry about whether your kids are behaving during family photos.
Are they sitting still?
Are they smiling?
Are they looking at the camera?
Are they being a little too wild?
But honestly, I’m not looking for a perfectly behaved version of your family.
I’m looking for your family.
The way your kids interact with you. The way they laugh, play, climb on you, run around, snuggle in close, or make each other laugh.
I want you to be present with your family instead of spending the whole session wondering if your kids are doing what they’re “supposed” to do.
Let them be silly. Let them move. Let yourself play with them.
Those moments of connection are what I’m looking for.
You don’t have to make your family photos perfect. You just have to be together.

09/26/2026

If you haven’t started building automations and workflows into your business, this is your sign to start.

No matter where you are in your business—whether you’ve been photographing for years or you’re just getting started—your time is valuable.

Yes, it takes time to set everything up. But once those systems are in place, it can completely change the way your business feels.

When one of my clients books a session, my workflow automatically sends their contract, invoice, and the prep emails I’ve created to help them feel ready for their session.

I don’t have to remember to send each thing manually.
I don’t have to wonder if I forgot something.
And my client gets a consistent experience every time.

The goal isn’t to automate the personal parts of your business. It’s to automate the things that don’t need you.

That gives you more time for the parts of your business—and your life—that actually do.

Newborn photos don’t have to be perfectly timed.Your baby doesn’t need to sleep through the entire session. We follow th...
09/24/2026

Newborn photos don’t have to be perfectly timed.
Your baby doesn’t need to sleep through the entire session. We follow their lead and let the session unfold naturally.

Newborn sessions are slow for a reason.
I typically plan for about 1½ hours, but that doesn’t mean 1½ hours of photographing. There is plenty of time for everything your baby needs.

Need to eat? Let’s take a break.
Feeding your baby during your session isn’t losing time. It’s part of the session.

Diaper change? Snuggle break? Absolutely.
Babies have needs, and I expect us to pause for them. There’s no need to apologize or worry about the clock.

Your baby doesn’t have to stay in one position.
Sometimes a simple change of position is all they need to settle. We can move with them instead of forcing them to stay where I want them.

You don’t need a million newborn outfits.
One to three outfits is plenty. And if your baby isn’t a fan of outfit changes, we aren’t going to force them just to use another outfit.

You don’t need a perfectly styled home.
I use natural window light, so we’re looking for beautiful light and a comfortable space—not a picture-perfect nursery.

Older siblings don’t have to perform either.
A new baby is a huge adjustment. They don’t need to sit perfectly, smile on command, or pretend to be thrilled. We give them space to be themselves, too.

09/22/2026

One thing I want parents to know before their newborn session:

Your baby is not expected to sleep through the whole thing.

Babies need breaks. They need to eat. They need to be cuddled. They need a diaper change. Sometimes they just need to be held or moved into a different position.

It is completely normal,
I expect all of that and I plan for them.

There is no need to watch the clock or worry that we’re “running out of time” because your baby needed to eat or be held.

I have ideas for the images I want to create, but I don’t force my timing onto your baby.

Your baby sets the schedule, and I follow their lead.

Sometimes that means we get a beautiful sleepy photo. Sometimes it means we stop for a feeding and come back to it. Sometimes the photos we create while your baby is awake, stretching, snuggling, or looking around end up being some of my favorites.

The breaks aren’t getting in the way of your newborn session.

They’re part of the newborn session.

09/18/2026

When helping families choose a location, it’s important to think beyond “Is this a beautiful place to take photos?”

We want to help our clients think about whether it’s actually a good fit for their family.

And not because parents aren’t already thinking about their kids. Of course they are.

But sometimes they see a stunning photo on our website and think, “I want that for my family!”

And that’s a good thing!

Our job is just to take it one step further and help them think about what made that location work for the family in the photo—and whether those same things will work for their kids.

Does their child hate sand between their toes?
Do they get really uncomfortable when it’s windy?
Do they get cold easily?
Do they struggle with certain textures, like dry grass brushing against their legs?
Do they love water and have a hard time being near it without wanting to get in until the end of the session?

These little things can make a BIG difference during a session.
Because a location can be absolutely stunning, but if a child is so uncomfortable that they don’t want to be set down, the entire experience can start to feel stressful the parents.

So when you’re helping a client choose a location, don’t just show them the pretty photo.

Help them picture their actual child there.

You’re helping them choose a location where they can actually be comfortable, connected, and themselves.

Choosing a location is an important part of planning your family photo session.When I’m helping a family choose a locati...
09/17/2026

Choosing a location is an important part of planning your family photo session.

When I’m helping a family choose a location, I think about more than just what looks beautiful.

I think about your kids.

What do they love? And almost more importantly, what do they not love?
Do they hate the feeling of sand in their shoes or between their toes?
If they love water, will being near it—but not being allowed to get in,unless you’re okay with—make the session harder?
Do they mind dry grass brushing against their legs as we move around?
These little things can make a surprisingly big difference in how comfortable your kids feel during a session.

That’s why I don’t believe there is one perfect location for every family.

The best location is one that works for your family.

I put together a blog sharing some of my favorite places for fall family photos in Washington, along with what I love about each location and some of the practical details to consider.

🍂 Discovery Park
🍂 North Bend
🍂 Mount Rainier
🍂 Sequim
🍂 Point No Point
🍂 Clear Creek Trail

09/11/2026

Face to Face Friday!

When was the last time you actually clicked through your own website?

Not just looked at it… but used it the way a potential client would?

It’s easy to assume everything is working because you set it up months (or years) ago. But websites change, links break, buttons stop working, forms can glitch, and sometimes a button sends people somewhere you didn’t even realize it was sending them.

Take a few minutes to check:
→ Do all of your buttons work?
→ Do your contact forms actually submit?
→ Are your links going where you want them to?
→ Can someone easily figure out what to do next?
→ Does everything look good on both your phone and computer?

Your website is often the first experience someone has with your business. Make sure it’s giving them a smooth path from “I like this photographer” → “I want to inquire.”

So, consider this your Friday reminder: go click around your own website!

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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