Every woman I photograph teaches me something. As women, we love to talk and it is through the conversations we have, while capturing the essence of who they are, I walk away with the very best of them. Staysi is no different. Here are a few snippets of our conversation: So…tell me about yourself. “I […]

I woke up this morning in THE most cheerful mood. Sure it was raining outside and I wasn’t physically feeling 100% like myself, but the joy in my heart was undeniable. Life is hard. There are all kinds of roadblocks, twists and turns that we all have endured, are enduring right now and will endure. […]

I have been dreaming of shooting someone in the snow since the first time I visited Alaska! Sure it’s cold (like…disrespectfully cold), but I didn’t care!! Shooting in the snow is so….MAGICAL! Surprisingly enough, it’s been a pretty mild winter in Alaska, but Virginia got SLAMMED with snow, bringing my winter wonderland to the east […]

YAY!! I’m so glad to share this idea and am even more excited to know that someone deserving will be receiving a SUPER FUN prize!!! So far, this year has been a GREAT year and I am teaming up with one of my FAVORITE local shops Versona Accessories to celebrate in a MAJOR way!! Not only […]

Maybe it’s their confidence. Maybe it’s the peace they seem to have. Perhaps it’s the sound of their laugh that comes from their gut, the shimmers of gray in their hair, the stories they tell or the wisdom they share. Whatever it is, I love it. I crave it. I desire to be in its […]