my story

I didn’t always want to be a wedding photographer. Growing up, I wanted to be a teacher. In college, I thought I’d go into marketing. I’ve always been mega creative- I knew I wanted to create.
I actually started with photography while interning for the University of Oregon football team- sideline photography! I actually found myself more drawn to what was happening on the sidelines than the game itself- that's where people took their helmets off and showed their faces, their real excitement or pain or nerves and emotions. I loved that. Out of college I was an image retoucher, so I was editing photos for big name retailers like American Eagle, Aerie and Nordstrom. But I knew I wanted MORE.
My love for people, stories, emotion and happiness drew me to weddings. As the years have gone on, I've realized how deeply rooted my own life is at the core of my business. When I see a groom nervously writing his vows before the ceremony, I see my husband. When I see parents teary eyed and holding hands in the front row, I see my parents. When I see a sister quietly fixing the bride's train mid ceremony, I see my best friend. When I see a grandparent sitting back at the reception smiling and taking it all in, I see my grandpa. And THAT is the stuff I want to remember. That is the stuff I want YOU to remember too.

SOME fun facts about me!