There are so many great locations around Sioux City that are beautiful for family photos, but one of the most important things to consider when choosing a perfect session location is the lighting – depending when the sun rises or sets! This list is some of my favorite locations around Siouxland and my favorite times […]

Photography is an investment and when making any type of investment, I believe you should always ask questions before you commit or book. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions I receive from my clients and potential clients before their session!   How quickly will I receive my sneak peek? Full gallery? One […]

One thing I love to do is to draw detailed digital portraits of pets! I’ll draw anything from your cat or dog and I’d even draw a photo of your horse or farm cow!  Sometimes taking that perfect photo of your pet for your detailed pet portrait can be tough. This blog post is meant […]

If you know me well, you know that one of my favorite things to do is make lists. Going to the grocery store? Make a list.  Want ideas of cool things to do in life? Make a (bucket) list.  Have errands to run? Make a list.  Long work week ahead? Make a list.  I love […]

Selecting a senior portrait photographer has many important factors that should be considered. Images from your senior portrait session are ones you’ll hang on the walls of your home, post on social media for #seniorpicsunday, gift to family, and have forever! When selecting your senior photographer, make sure to consider these things: Your Senior Experience […]

Selecting a wedding photographer is something that shouldn’t be taken lightly. The images your wedding photographer delivers to you will be some of the only things you will have to really remember your wedding day, and they will be cherished forever! You’ll eat the cake, preserve the dress, the bouquets will wilt, and have some […]

You’ve spent money on a photographer and want everything to be perfect. I get it, because I want everything to be perfect for you too! But sometimes during the spring and summer months, the Weather Man isn’t able to give the quick message to Mother Nature to keep the skies cleared up for your session; […]

Bringing your furry friend along to your engagement session is something that can be super fun and make for some incredibly cute photos! I’m all for bringing pups to any type of session, but to ensure we have the most successful session with your pup, make sure to do the following things: Ask yourself this: […]

You recently had your family’s portraits taken, received your images, changed your Facebook profile and cover photos, and sent out your personally designed holiday cards to your friends and family… now what? You’ve got to back up your images! It’s one of the most important things I stress to all of my clients.  I learned […]

If you haven’t already gotten the hint from the title of this blog post, I love golden hour because I really do believe it’s the perfect time for all types of sessions! Now, what is golden hour? Golden hour is the hour or two before right before the sun sets in the sky OR after […]