SMF Photographs

05/22/2026

The feeling of defeat when it seems like all you get is scam after scam after scam... It’s exhausting.

I absolutely love capturing memories for you all, but man, these scammers are relentless lately. Every time you think you’re connecting with a real client who values your work, it’s just another fake script, a high-pressure trap, or a sketchy payment stunt.

To my fellow small business owners and creatives: trust your gut, never let anyone rush you into a contract or a retainer, and don't hesitate to lean on your community to double-check things.

Scammers work both ways—they love to pose as fake vendors to trick clients, and fake clients to trick vendors. Let’s work together and take that trash out. Look out for each other, double-check the details, and block the nonsense.

I’m incredibly grateful for my amazing, real clients who make this job worth it. But tonight? The phone is going on silent, the boundaries are up, and the trash is officially blocked. 🛑✨🩷❤️🩵🩷🥰

05/18/2026

✨ Huge milestone alert!✨

We celebrated her 1-year business anniversary with the ultimate glitter shoot, and it was just as magical as it sounds. If you aren't following her yet, do yourself a favor and fix that right now!

Planning an event soon? She makes the most incredible custom invitations. Trust me, you need her for your next big day! 🥂

https://www.instagram.com/havenjdesigns?igsh=MTg3cmFnazBubXd2eg==

05/15/2026

I’ve realized something really important about the way I work…

I’ve chosen to focus more on boutique sessions over mini sessions.

Not because minis don’t have value — but because I’ve learned I create my best work when I have the space to slow down and fully focus on one client at a time.

My sessions range from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on what we’re creating together. But no matter the length, it’s always one client, one experience, one story at a time.

I don’t run back-to-back rushed sessions, and I don’t try to squeeze people into tight time slots that don’t allow room for real connection.

Instead, I give space for things to unfold naturally — for kids to warm up, for people to relax, and for genuine moments to happen without pressure.

That’s what boutique means to me. Not just a timeframe, but an intentional experience built around connection, calm, and storytelling.

Mini sessions are quick and structured… boutique sessions let me slow down and actually tell your story the way it deserves to be told.

And I’ll always choose that. 🤍

If you’re wanting a relaxed, intentional photography experience, I’d love to create something for you.

📩 Message me to book your session

https://smf-photographs.square.site

05/12/2026

POV: you sign up for a Stranger Session and leave with:
✔ beautiful candid photos
✔ a unique experience
✔ new confidence
✔ maybe even a new friend 🤍

https://smf-photographs.square.site/strange-i-sessions

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there!

From Fur mamas to expecting mamas. Today is your day go enjoy!

Also go honor the mother’s that are no longer here with us!

05/09/2026

The duck is watching me.

05/08/2026

Chasing light doesn’t always lead to bright, airy images. Sometimes the magic is in what surrounds the subject—using light to shape a silhouette instead.

https://smf-photographs.square.site/-your-love-story

05/07/2026

This is your sign ✨

If you have kids and you’re getting married but still trying to keep things budget friendly — give the kids disposable cameras during the reception 📸

You’ll get the sweetest little candid moments, blurry dance floor memories, random ceiling photos, and honestly some of the most genuine parts of the night 🤍

Let your photographer handle the big moments, and let the kids capture the wedding through their eyes. Sometimes those end up being everyone’s favorite photos anyway 🫶

And honestly, I love this idea. You may not be hiring your photographer for the entire day, but these photos become so much more meaningful because they’re captured by the little people who love you most 🤍

https://smf-photographs.square.site/-your-love-story

05/07/2026