I’m always trying to find ways I can give back – to the community and those who have helped me make it where I am. So when my friend, Amber, of Customized Treasures told me about the Mt. Zion Community Club Auction, I felt like it was a perfect opportunity to give back. Neither of …
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St. Teresa High School Boys Basketball | Shelbyville, IL | Sports Photography
I’m so proud of my brothers, so I was super happy to get to take pictures at my little brother, Jeremy’s, basketball game in Shelbyville last week. I took pictures for both the Junior Varsity and Varsity games, and both teams played very well. I enjoy doing sport photography. It requires so much more from …
Why Professional Prints Cost More Than Convenience Store Prints
Over and over again I hear people question how a photographer can charge X amount of dollars for a 4×6 when it only costs $0.29 to print off a 4×6 at Wal-Mart or your local convenience store. While at first this may seem like a logical question, there are many reasons a professional photographers prints …
Charlie’s 2 Year Old Photos | Decatur, IL | Children Photography
I was so excited when Amber called and asked me if I would take pictures of her little man. Charlie is such a cutie! I absolutely love this little boy! We decided to get some pictures of the little man in his room. Amber did a great job designing his room using a Cars theme …
Updating the Look
As an artist who took a number of design classes, I find myself constantly wanting to tweak and edit my website. It’s a habit that drives my mother insane, but I feel better knowing that I’m working to improve the site and make it easier for people to use. I would love to just hire …
Showin’ Some Love
It’s been a while since I put together a Showin’ Some Love post, so I figured I’d do just that today. This Showin’ Some Love is going to focus on music…or more specifically, bands. Thanks to my husband I have a rather eclectic taste in music. I listen to everything from Metallic to Eisley to …
Laila Fultz’s Baptism
A couple of weeks ago, I was lucky enough to get to attend my dear friend, Raeanna’s little girl’s baptism. It took place at noon at Holy Family Church in Decatur, IL. It was a beautiful service. Raeanna and Ryan’s families were all in attendence. Little Miss Laila was SO good! She didn’t cry at …
New Session Process
So along with the print prices change and the new product offerings, I’m doing photo sessions a little differently this year too. My goal is to actually create a visual system for each photo session starting with the first phone call and ending with when you receive your prints &/or products. I don’t quite have …
Scherer-Meek Wedding | Decatur, IL | Wedding Photography
This past weekend I was lucky enough to take pictures for an incredibly sweet couple, Sara & John. I couldn’t have started off the new year with a more perfect wedding. I’ve known the Scherer family since I was a little bitty thing, and it was so exciting and just down-right wonderful to be able …
15th Annual 8th Grade Career Fair | Richland Community College | Decatur, IL
Well this was my fourth time talking at the 8th Grade Career Fair at Richland. I really enjoy getting to talk to the kids every year. It’s fun! And I try to make it fun for the kids too. This year I was asked to talk about design specifically. I’ve been so focused on photography …