We all have different values and priorities when it comes to what we spend our money on. And today, you, the consumer, have plenty of options when it comes to where and how much to invest in photography. While I absolutely understand why professional photography may not be for everyone, I want touch on a …
Being Authentic in Business
I was having a really wonderful conversation recently with a friend and fellow photographer. We started discussing how often we hear about the importance of being authentic in our businesses. It seems like everywhere you turn there is some business or marketing guru preaching the significance of authenticity. And often the people who are preaching …
Myths and Facts About School Photography
This is a post I had sitting in my draft folder for a LONG time… I think I put off sharing it because I worried people would misinterpret. But I figured it was time to share because there seems to be so little knowledge about school photography and how it really works. At this time …
Behind the Scenes: the Reset Conference
If you follow me on Instagram (@greentreemediaphotography), you may have seen that I was out of town over the weekend for a photography conference in Indianapolis. One of the things I have found so wonderful about my job is the friends I have made in my fellow photographers. Many of you know that I consider …
Why I love CoSchedule!
So here we are in year two since I first shared my love of CoSchedule with you! I thought I’d go ahead and share a little more about this awesome plugin with you as well as some of the updates they’ve made. (If you missed the last post – you can check it out here.) …
The New Website!
It’s finally here! You know – I think all photographers go through periods when they get the itch to update their website or brand. And I’d been thinking about it for a little while. I kept talking myself out of it because it wasn’t necessary. But I finally decided it was time to give the …
A Peek into a Senior Portrait Session
You may or may not know that I have a YouTube channel… I’ve had it for a long time but I’m only know starting to be better about using it. With this goal in mind I’ve been trying to capture little sneak peeks into my process, sessions and just random tidbits about me or the …
Smith Family Photography | Decatur IL
I’m so excited to share this sweet family of five with all of you! I feel so insanely blessed that I get to see this family every year. For the past four years, I’ve gotten to capture this awesome family and spending time with them makes my heart so incredibly happy. This year, of course, …
Adoption Fundraiser Mini Sessions!
Last year was the first year we did mini sessions as part of our adoption fundraising efforts. And you all were so amazing in helping us with that! So I decided to bring the fundraisers back again this year. If you follow our facebook page, you may have seen our exciting Halloween announcement! that we …
Train Tracks… Are They Worth the Risk?
We’ve all probably seen it: a photograph of senior sitting on a suitcase in the middle of train tracks, a couple kissing across between the rails, or a young family walking down the tracks. I honestly don’t know when train tracks became a “thing” in photography. While I get the appeal, the idea of a …