Marissa and Joe’s The Inn at Leola Village wedding was filled with elegance, intention, and so many joyful, heartfelt moments. Including one hilarious TikTok-inspired superstition that may have actually worked. Sunshine After the Storm If you’ve seen the trend going around TikTok about burying a hot dog to keep the rain away, Marissa and Joe […]

Raise your hand if the phrase self-employment tax makes your palms sweat just a little. 🙋‍♀️ You’re not alone. When I first started my photography business, I had no clue how taxes worked. I just knew that at some point, the IRS was going to want a chunk of what I made—and that thought was […]

Last week’s senior Wildflower Lookout session was the sweetest kind of bittersweet. While only two of my senior spokesmodels, Kaitlyn and Hayden, could make it, the evening turned into a beautiful mini shoot for each of them, and it could not have been more perfect. Wildflower Lookout is a dream location for photographers. Tucked away […]

Abbey and Sean’s Bryn Awel Manor Summer Wedding was the perfect blend of joy, sentiment, and all-out fun. From heartfelt private vows to choreographed dips and dance floor surprises. The day felt like a true reflection of who they are as a couple: thoughtful, playful, and deeply in love. It was an honor to have […]

Ever found yourself Googling “When is my photography tax return due?” at 11 PM while eating cold pizza after a shoot? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re exactly who this video is for. One of the most common struggles I see new photographers face isn’t mastering manual mode or finding ideal clients. It’s keeping track […]

Brynn’s wildflower field senior session was everything we hoped for—and getting there was nothing short of a journey. Between surprise storms, rescheduling, and a dash of wild weather luck, this session turned into a full-on May miracle. The First Attempt: Weather Woes Our original session date greeted us with the worst of Pennsylvania spring: cold, […]

If you’ve ever found yourself buried in a pile of crumpled receipts, scrolling through your bank statements trying to figure out where your money went, or frantically Googling “how to track mileage for taxes,” you’re not alone. Many photographers—especially in the first few years of business—start out using a mix of notes apps, spreadsheets, and […]

McKenzie’s spring Hibernia Park senior session was nothing short of amazing—from the glow of golden hour to the nonstop support of the best hype squad ever. Seriously, her mom and best friend came ready to cheer her on, and it made all the difference. I can’t stress enough how much of a game-changer it is […]

Let’s be real for a second: the word “audit” makes most of us want to run for the hills.Especially if you’re in your first few years of business and still figuring out how to file taxes as a creative entrepreneur. But here’s the truth… Getting audited as a photographer doesn’t have to send you into […]

This past weekend, the HMP Team had the joy of photographing the most vibrant, joy-filled celebration at The Rotunda at Lauxmont Farms. Kasey and Faber’s lemon-inspired Lauxmont Farms wedding was the perfect mix of elegance, energy, and heartfelt moments. With blue skies, rolling hills, and views of the Susquehanna River as the backdrop—it was truly […]