It’s another month and the latest issue of THRIVE is out for all the upcoming April events and I’ve got a bunch of images to share with you from this issue! Not only did I get to do a couple shoots for the magazine – I also am featured in their Behind the Thrive section… …
Why I Hate April Fools Day
April Fools…. Ugh! I have never even remotely enjoyed this holiday known as April Fools Day, and over the years I find that my distaste for it has only grown… I guess the reason I don’t like April Fools Day is because I’m not a fan of pranks. In general I find that pranks are …
Bickes, Wilson, and Moss | Commercial Photography Decatur, IL
It’s been a busy couple weeks of commercial shoots for us here at Green Tree Media Photography! I love working with Hendricks & Carr Marketing. Mike and Josh are two of my favorite people, so when they call me about a commercial shoot – I’m always thrilled to be able to work with them again! …
The Arms of the Church
Eight years ago I married the love of my life and moved to a tiny town out in the middle of nowhere, which we love! Ryan and I both grew up Catholic. So when we moved here, we assumed that we would attend the local Catholic Church. We tried attending a couple times but with …
Baby Journey: Book Review: He Remembers the Barren
You may recall from my previous post that being the giant nerd that I am – I looked to books to help find answers and comfort as Ryan and I continue on the road of infertility. While searching for my last book, Barren Among the Fruitful: Navigating Infertility with Hope, Wisdom, and Patience by Amanda …
THRIVE March 2016 Shoot
Another month blew by and it’s time for another little peek at my shoot for last month’s issue of THRIVE magazine in Decatur. THRIVE is the ultimate source for upcoming events in Decatur that are fun for the whole family! I love love LOVE working with THRIVE! The people there are wonderful and I love …
Curly Hair Care
If you’ve seen me, you’ve probably noticed that I have crazy curly hair. I am not one to spend a bunch of time styling myself, let alone trying to tame my mane! But over the years I’ve learned a few tricks on how to take better care of my hair to make sure it stays …
Annastyn’s Birthday Mini | Sullivan, IL Photographer
This little princess! Oh my gosh! How is she almost one already!? I feel like it wasn’t that long ago that we were taking her newborn portraits, and here we are doing a little mini session for her birthday party cards. You guys probably remember that this little lady is one of my baby plan …
BoxDrops by SJP – PRODUCT UPDATE!
Back in September of 2015, I partnered up with my dear friend and fellow photographer Sarah in her BoxDrops by SJP business. Through her online store, Sarah provides photographers with templates, education, business paperwork, and her amazing, one-of-a-kind backdrops. So of course I was honored to become one of the designers behind the awesome products …
Book Review: I Cry in the Shower: Loving Silas Living with Cancer by Gloria Martin
If you stopped by the journal on Friday, you probably saw my latest fine art self portrait piece and you may have watched the video that accompanied it in which I dedicated the art piece to my dear friend and author, Gloria. I just finished reading her book. It is amazing, honest, and brought me …