Defy Photography

05/10/2026

Happy Mothers Day! Let this be a sign to put your child in your wedding dress and snap away. Cute results are guaranteed!

This family had fun strolling though Des Peres Park. The highlight, though, was when each of the young daughters had a turn wearing their mother's wedding dress. What a perfect photo session for Mother's Day!

05/03/2026

April showers bring May flowers!

One of my favorite parts of spring is the emergence of beautiful flowers. Here's a digital bouquet from across the country. Make sure you get outside this week and take time to stop and smell the roses!

04/26/2026

We love to catch special moments at wedding rehearsals, too!

We like to show up to wedding rehearsals. It's a great way for us to learn the layout of the venue, and get some great candid shots. Not every couple chooses to have us there for the rehearsal, but we love it! Let us get all those special little moments and details that often go

04/19/2026

Who says "artsy" photos can't have a human element to them?

Here are more highlights from Samantha's travels around our country. She likes shooting something that is cool to start with, but then has a hint of life to it. In these, you'll notice some interesting architecture, pretty vistas, and at least a peek of people.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter!

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03/29/2026

Here's some of Samantha's travel photography from Mexico.

We saw Samantha's photos from New Mexico, now for a trip south of the border. She enjoyed seeing the sights of Chichén Itzá, Día de Mu***os decorations, and even the beautiful surroundings as she flew away.

03/22/2026

How fun to have your cousins join the family portraits!

Look at all the joy in these photos! This family showed up to Queeny Park with a few extras in tow. The kids brought along some of their cousins to join in on the pictures. The smiles are so genuine, it's infectious.

03/15/2026

Desert beauty. One is touched with snow. (Perfect for the next few days, weather-wise.)

Samantha has traveled to New Mexico several times during the last several years. Her in-laws lived at the edge of a canyon overlooking the Rio Grande with national forest on the other side. The views are stunning, even in mountainous deserts aren't your thing.

03/08/2026

What fun to shoot in the family's neighborhood. The boys loved running around and playing in the leaves.

03/02/2026

You can still enjoy nature in the winter.

Samantha's travels recently brought her to the Austin, TX area. While there, she was able to explore McKinney Falls State Park. She found beautiful old trees covered in ball moss, an ancient rock shelter, and water features running low during the winter.

02/23/2026

Can't decide on a location for your family photo shoot? Why not have the session at your house!

Home is such a dear spot. What a great place to get photos of your family! It also shows great trust to be invited to someone's home. As always, we love seeing the dynamic of the family as the shoot progresses.