As photographers, we wear a lot of hats: creative, marketer, bookkeeper, editor, and sometimes even part-time lawyer and accountant. But when tax season rolls around, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Can you deduct personal expenses as a photographer?” The short answer? Not usually. But the truth is a little more nuanced, […]

Amelia and Nickolas’s wedding day was the perfect reminder that love doesn’t need a big crowd to be meaningful. Their intimate Central PA elopement in Bellefonte, PA was heartfelt, beautiful, and completely true to who they are as a couple. Originally, they had other wedding plans, but life and circumstances put those plans on hold. […]

Joelle’s Founders Hall summer senior session was nothing short of perfect. I couldn’t stop saying that word the entire evening. Perfect outfits, perfect location, and most of all, the perfect senior to photograph! Joelle is one of my amazing 2026 senior spokesmodels, and she came ready to shine. From the moment we started, it felt […]

When I first started my business, I was working photography part-time while balancing another job. If that’s you right now, I get it, you’re hustling on the weekends, editing late at night, and wondering how in the world you’re supposed to handle your taxes as a side hustler. Taxes for part-time photographers can feel overwhelming, […]

There’s just something magical about a summer Masonic Village senior session, and Sophie’s shoot was the perfect example of why I love photographing here. From the tree-lined paths to the iconic gardens, Masonic Village is always beautiful. But when you pair it with the perfect August evening and a senior as stunning (inside and out) […]

This Historic Poole Forge summer engagement session with Becca and Chris was everything I love about photographing couples: laughter, golden light, and a love that shines through every frame. We couldn’t have asked for a better August evening. The kind you dream about. The sky was completely clear, the sun set in a golden glow, […]

As a photographer and educator who works with creatives in their first few years of business, I know how confusing sales tax can be. Between state-specific rules, inconsistent advice in Facebook groups, and the feeling of “I’m just a service provider—this shouldn’t apply to me,” it’s no wonder so many photographers feel overwhelmed. That’s exactly […]

This cloudy wildflower field senior session with Ally Eager, one of my 2026 senior spokesmodels, was such a highlight of my summer! I’ve been joking that I basically live at the Wildflower Lookout because I’m there once or twice a week. But honestly…with fields this stunning, I’ll never complain. And this time was extra fun […]

When I first realized I needed to be charging sales tax in my photography business, I felt completely overwhelmed. I had no idea where to begin, what systems I needed to set up, or how to make sure I was doing it correctly. If you’re in that same spot—wondering how to collect and pay sales […]

Ellery’s summer wildflower field senior session was nothing short of magical. When she chose the Wildflower Lookout as her location, I knew it was going to be beautiful. Walking up and seeing the field in full bloom literally made my jaw drop. The vibrant colors, tall blooms swaying in the summer breeze, and golden evening […]