10/30/2026
Happy Friday! 🤎 There is quite a bit of information in this post, so whether you're a past client or someone hoping to book in the future, I'd love for you to take a few minutes to read through and leave an initial in the comments so I know you've seen it!
First, a little thank you.
I want to start by saying how incredibly grateful I am for each and every one of you who has trusted me with capturing your families. Thank you for believing in my vision and allowing me to document some of the sweetest seasons of your lives. Time is such a thief, and one of my favorite parts of photography is being able to slow it down, even if just for a moment, and give you something tangible to look back on for years to come. I never take that responsibility lightly.
Second, a change moving forward with social media.
For some time now, I've felt a growing conviction about sharing children's faces on social media, and I've decided that moving forward, I will no longer publicly share recognizable images of children.
This means faces will either be covered or I will select images where children aren't looking directly at the camera. This decision is something I've put a lot of thought into, and it ultimately comes down to protecting the privacy and safety of the families who trust me with their memories.
Unfortunately, we live in a world where we have to be increasingly mindful of what we put online and who may have access to it. I want to do my part in protecting your little ones, even in the smallest ways. I hope you understand that this decision comes from a place of love, respect, and genuinely wanting the best for your families.
Third, a little personal update!
I had surgery yesterday in Chicago! I'll share a little more about that in the coming weeks, but I want to reassure everyone that I am doing perfectly fine. I'm just currently one big walking bruise! 🫣
All previously scheduled sessions are still going ahead as planned, and I am so looking forward to seeing and photographing all of the beautiful families I have on my November calendar!
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your continued love, encouragement, and support. Whether you've been here since the beginning or just recently found Pond Creek Photography, I'm so glad you're here.
Talk soon,
Payton 🤎
Pond Creek Photography