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senior girl in pink shirt standing by white bush for this Longs Park Fall Senior Session

Longs Park Fall Senior Session | Madison Smuck

Oct 22, 2025

There’s just something about fall that makes my photographer heart so happy, and this Longs Park fall senior session with Madison was the perfect example of why! Crisp air, glowing sunshine, and those first pops of fall color made the evening absolutely magical. Madison is one of my 2025 senior spokesmodels, and I am so […]

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The Best Apps for Photographers to Track Business Expenses

Oct 22, 2025

Have you ever gotten to tax season and thought, “Where did all my money go?” Or maybe you’ve driven two hours to a wedding and realized later that you forgot to track the mileage which means you literally missed out on a tax deduction. If that sounds familiar, this post is for you. Let’s talk […]

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couple holding hands and looking down a wife's pregnant belly for this Wildflower Overlook Maternity and Lifestyle Newborn Session

Wildflower Overlook Maternity and Lifestyle Newborn Session | Alyssa & Rob

Oct 20, 2025

There’s something so special about getting to photograph my couples through the different chapters of their lives. From “I do” to “we’re expecting” to “welcome home,” this Wildflower Overlook maternity and lifestyle newborn session for Alyssa and Rob is one I’ll never forget. A Golden Evening at Wildflower Overlook Their maternity session took place on […]

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couple hugging and kissing at sunset for this White Cliffs of Conoy Fall Couples Session

White Cliffs of Conoy Fall Couples Session | Baely & JonAnthony

Oct 16, 2025

My heart is still racing from this White Cliffs of Conoy fall couples session because…wow! Between the limestone cliffs, the golden sunset, and the sweetest couple (plus, their perfectly behaved pup!), it was an evening I’ll never forget. This session was extra special for me because my connection with these two goes way back. Three […]

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Understanding Amortization for Photographers

Oct 15, 2025

Have you ever bought something big for your photography business, like a new camera body, lens, or computer, and then wondered, “Wait… how do I actually handle this for taxes?” That’s exactly what we’re tackling today: Understanding amortization for photographers (in plain English, no accounting degree required). As a wedding photographer turned tax educator, I […]

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couple holding hands and walking along sidewalk beside old green train for this Downtown New Hope Engagement Session

Downtown New Hope Engagement Session | Amber & Chris

Oct 13, 2025

What an evening! Amber and Chris’s downtown New Hope engagement session was one of those nights where everything just felt right. Perfect golden light, the cutest little town, and a couple who made me laugh nonstop. We started exploring the charming streets of New Hope with its colorful storefronts, old brick roads, and endless character. […]

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Stop Winging It With Your Finances: Tax Tips for Creatives from My Podcast Chat with Accidental CEO

Oct 8, 2025

Let’s be honest, tax season can feel like it’s personally out to get you. Between client work, editing marathons, and trying to remember where that random camera gear receipt went, managing your business finances can feel a little overwhelming. That’s exactly what I dove into on the Accidental CEO Podcast, where I joined Nata Salvatori […]

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engaged couple almost kissing at sunset for this Fall Overlook Park Engagement Session

Fall Overlook Park Engagement Session | Jillian & Jack

Oct 2, 2025

There are some sessions that remind me exactly why I love my job, and Jillian and Jack’s fall Overlook Park engagement session was one of them. From start to finish, these two felt like family, and it was such an honor to capture their love story. A Love Story Meant to Be Jillian and Jack’s […]

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Building Confidence in Handling Your Business Finances for Photographers

Oct 1, 2025

When you think about business finances for photographers, do you get that little pit in your stomach? I’ve been there. Early in my career, I was shooting weddings on the weekends, editing until 2 a.m., and panicking about whether I had set enough money aside for taxes. (Spoiler: I hadn’t.) What I’ve learned since then […]

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woman holding onto man's left arm on dock by lake for this fall Fall Hibernia Park Engagement Session

Fall Hibernia Park Engagement Session | Madison & Zackery

Sep 24, 2025

Madison and Zack’s fall Hibernia Park engagement session was cozy, playful, and filled with laughter from beginning to end. These two are the kind of couple you just know are going to have a lifetime of fun together. I loved getting to capture that energy during their session. They first met in such a fun […]

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