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guy dipping girl back by ivy-covered building for this Conestoga House and Gardens Engagement Session

Conestoga House and Gardens Engagement Session | Julie & Connor

Oct 30, 2025

Oh my goodness! This Conestoga House and Gardens engagement session was a total dream from start to finish! We had the entire place to ourselves, and as the golden evening light started to filter through the trees, it created the most magical glow. Add in two people who are absolutely smitten with each other, and […]

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From Architecture to Wedding Photography: Heather Marie Photography shares her journey from architecture to wedding photography

The Preferred List Podcast with Heather Marie Photography

Oct 29, 2025

Pulling Back the Curtain on the Wedding Industry — My Interview on The Preferred List Podcast If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a wedding day, or what it takes to build a creative business that balances heart and strategy, this episode is for you! I had the incredible honor […]

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senior girl in red and white striped shirt and blue jeans leaning by white wall for this Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens Senior Session

Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens Senior Session | Wynne Kelly

Oct 24, 2025

There are some families that hold such a special place in my heart, and the Kelly family is one of them. I’ve had the honor of photographing some of their biggest milestones over the years. From her dad and stepmom’s wedding at Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens in 2020 to her sister’s senior session a few […]

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senior guy crouched down in farm field with golden yellow tree in background for this Family Farm Senior Guy Session in Lancaster County

Family Farm Senior Guy Session in Lancaster County | David Pierce

Oct 24, 2025

There’s something so special about photographing senior sessions on family property. And this family farm senior guy session in Lancaster County with David reminded me exactly why I love it. The evening was peaceful, the light was perfect, and the whole experience felt so relaxed and genuine. David’s session took place on his family’s farm, […]

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groom dipping his bride way back and kissing her for this Central PA Farm Wedding

Central PA Farm Wedding | Angelina & Cyrus

Oct 24, 2025

Angelina and Cyrus’s Central PA farm wedding was one of those days that just fills your heart right up. The kind of wedding where joy, laughter, and love overflow from every corner. From the moment I arrived at their beautiful home in Glen Rock, PA, I knew it was going to be something special. The […]

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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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