I love living in a small town, out in the country. There’s something about the wide open spaces and nature everywhere that constantly reminds me how small I am and how awesome the great wide world is in all it’s natural beauty! And with so much of it around us out here – I find …
Six Types of Portrait Lighting
It’s been a little while since I posted anything educational. So I thought I’d take today to talk a little about the importance of portrait lighting and the six most prominent types of portrait lighting. Lighting is the number one ingredient to creating a portrait. By using different lighting techniques you can create different moods …
Holden’s Six Month Session | Sullivan, IL | Baby Photography
Today I get to share this cute little man with you again! I have been so blessed to get to capture baby Holden’s newborn and three month old sessions already, so of course, I was thrilled to see how much he has grown. Six months is such a fun age! The little ones are sitting …
Our Church Family: Renaissance | Decatur IL Church
I thought I’d take a few minutes to share a little something about my personal life with you guys today. Let me preface this by saying – Ryan and I were both raised Catholic and are absolutely Christian and we do have strong beliefs. But we both also believe that everyone is entitled to their …
Happy 4th of July!
Good morning friends! I hope today finds you happy, healthy, and spending time with those you love! I also hope that today in between spending time with your loved ones, enjoying food, and watching the fireworks, you will take a few minutes to think on what this day is all about. On this date in …
June 2014 Gratitude Project
Although I haven’t been sharing my gratitude project as much lately – I have still been working on it. I started this project to remind myself to take time each day to document the little moments in life. To reaffirm all that I am grateful for. I was driving home the other day, my radio …
Sincerely Pigeon Studio – Grand Opening!!
I am so excited to share these images with all of you today! This past Saturday my friends, Laramie and Rayanna, had the grand opening for their new little furniture and decor shop – Sincerely Pigeon Studio! Their store is in Mt. Zion, IL located in the Heroic Ages Art Center with a bunch of …
A Goodie Basket Giveaway!
I was thinking the other day – it’s been quite a while since I’ve had a giveaway on the blog. So I decided today is the day! I did a little shopping and put together some things I really love! This cute little green and white patterned canvas basket contains an art set, rustic frame, …
Serrell Marie Newborn Session | Bloomington, IL | Newborn Photography
I’m so excited to share this sweet baby girl’s newborn session with you today! The Price family has a very special place in my heart and I feel so lucky to call these awesome people my friends. From engagement to wedding to big sister, Ruey’s, whole first year and now sweet miss Serrell – the …
2014 Spring Senior Model Photo Feature
Well Monday I shared the very awesome video premier from our amazing 2014 Spring Model shoot, so today I thought I’d share a little glimpse at the photographs we captured from the day! I feel so lucky to have met these lovely ladies and gotten to work with them, and even more lucky knowing that …