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Sometimes the most valuable lessons come from changing course. Back on June 25th of this summer, I shouldered my pack and set off on what was supposed to be a 500-mile adventure. My husband and I were setting out to thru-hike the Colorado Trail (CT). Although we were experienced backpackers, we had never undertaken a […]

What 260 Miles Backpacking the Colorado Trail Taught Me (and Why I’m Actually Glad I Didn’t Finish)

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What if one photoshoot could help shape your business this year? Every successful business has a narrative waiting to be told. Your visual brand isn’t just about looking professional—it’s about communicating your unique essence, vision, and potential. Here is how a personal branding photo session can actually serve as your business blueprint: When I start […]

How a Personal Branding Photo Session can Serve as Your Business Blueprint

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As a portrait and branding photographer who loves adventuring with my camera, I often get questions about gear, as well as how I save, share, and display my images. With the holidays approaching, I thought I’d channel my inner Oprah and share some of my favorite camera gear, my recommendations for photo file storage, and […]

Some of my Favorite (Photography)Gifts for the Holiday

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A Branding Mini Session is an excellent way to jumpstart your marketing, with on-brand professional images taken at one location in a short time. I hold my branding mini sessions in a studio that’s flexible, to get the biggest bang for your buck. With a variety of desks and chairs, and a bright and airy […]