The Christmas I received my little point and shoot 35 mm, I was in heaven. It never left my hand; I took pictures of everything and I went through film like you would not believe… Looking back now, you could probably say that I wasted a lot of film. But when I look at those pictures, I see a common theme of a love for people and a desire to capture moments and emotions. In high school there was a turning point when I knew this wasn’t just an interest, but my passion, when I learned my grandfather also shared my love, and I had the chance to develop negatives of my mom as a newborn. Being able to see what my grandfather portrayed showed me how powerful an image can be as fleeting moments are captured through a photograph. The power of an image is it’s ability to communicate silently. My love for people led me to a degree in psychology and a deep desire to serve others: in overseas missions, in helping a bride on her special day and making a mother-to-be feel stunning with the life growing inside her. Photography allows me the privilege to meet wonderful people and communicate more than just memories; but to share the story behind the emotions.

01.19.2010

PPA Conference | Nashville

I just returned from the Professional Photographers of America Conference and can honestly say it was one of the most rewarding things I’ve done for my business. I learned so much! The conference was held this year in Nashville at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Sabrena Deal and I had a great road trip driving there together and meeting up with friends, Liz Cook and Jackie Miller. We were in classes most of the day so my pictures are kinda random — mainly of the hotel. 🙂 Thanks, Stephanie, for being such an awesome host to us! We really loved staying with you!