MY JOURNAL

Some of you may recognize Dakota & Whitney from their gorgeous Chicago sunrise elopement. It was such a joy being able to capture both special days including the day they celebrated with friends and family at the beautiful Mustard Seed Gardens in Noblesville, IN. Seeing their interactions with those they loved was so special. Listening […]

Brett + Alyssa came locked and loaded for their engagement session! This adventure started just as the sun rose on Thanksgiving morning; it was the only time that worked with their travels, move, and military life in general. These two have been through some things in life, but have found life is always better together. […]

It all started with a Facebook post. Whitney, from Arizona, made a post asking for prayer requests; Dakota, from Chicago, left a comment. They dated long distance for a while until it became undeniable they were supposed to be together. Dakota proposed, and they started planning their future together. As time went on they decided […]

We’ve known Amber & Jake for a few years now; we had the privilege of capturing their engagement and elopement photos. When they reached out to us for maternity and newborn photos we felt absolutely honored. Amber wore her pregnancy beautifully. The northwest Indiana dunes were the perfect backdrop for documenting Amber & Jake’s journey […]

Friendship Gardens (Michigan City, IN) Indiana… or magical garden out of a fairytale? Friendship Gardens is hidden on the east side of Michigan City, IN. Walking down the trail to the main part of the garden feels like a portal to another world. This garden features vegetation from several different countries. Not only is this […]

Breckin & Paul’s intimate wedding was perfect; from the Tennessee hills, to the warmth of the day, down to every last bohemian detail. Emotions were flowing from the very first moment we arrived, and Breckin & her dad shared a special first look. There was not a dry eye present. Next, it was time for […]

The sun cast a golden hue on everything it touched that day. Cassidy & Brian’s love was on full display seeming to mimic the sunlight in its vastness. As we made our way closer to the lake, the gold color began to intensify all around us. The session wrapped up with Cassidy and Brian jumping […]

As a doula, Joy has witnessed countless births over the years. A few years ago she and her husband, Elijah, adopted a precious baby girl, Aurora, who she helped deliver. Ready to add to their family again, they adopted another… a snowflake baby. It was a journey of faith over fear, but she was able […]

As we arrived at Stonegate Manor, the sun’s warm rays filtered through the lush trees. The September air was fresh and crisp, and a refreshing breeze hinted at the nearby Lake Michigan. In the bridal suite, Monique was surrounded by her dearest friends, getting ready for her big day. Amidst the buzz of excitement, she […]

As Jenny & Carl’s announcement photo shoot approached, the forecast wasn’t looking good. We decided we would have faith for the sun to come out like it does so often. After chatting with Jenny, we were on the same page; they decided to drive out to the beach to meet us even though the weather […]