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Life moves fast, kids grow faster, and somewhere between the snack requests and bedtime stories, I’m here with my camera, catching the moments that make it all worth remembering.
Eight years ago, I came across a video from “The Conservative Millennial.” A Facebook friend shared this funny, articulate young woman who was very boldly saying exactly what I was thinking about the world around me — and I was hooked. At the time, I was looking to voices like Megyn Kelly and Fox News […]
Five years of marriage! Oh how grateful I am for Jonathan, for five years together, and the opportunity to celebrate this milestone just the two of us in such a beautiful place. We looked at a variety of places to visit when planning this trip (check out our past anniversary trip to Big Cedar here!), […]
Ruthie’s Rodeo Theme Birthday Party I don’t know why I have such an affinity for rodeo and ranch life, but in my other life I would be a cowgirl. Maybe it started when I was in preschool – the best day of the year was Cowboy and Cowgirl Day. My stick horse and denim was […]
Ruth’s Newborn Photos – At Home With the Russells Ruth’s first birthday is almost here! As I was preparing for her celebration, I found myself reminiscing on the sweet and fleeting season of having a newborn and the unique newborn photo experience. I feel like it took me a few months to really ease into […]
My Ultimate Home Birth Checklist We had our first home birth in November of 2021 and it was one of the most unique and special events of my life. I loved how Ruthie came into the world, the stories and photos we have to share with her as she gets older, and the evidence of […]
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Not only has my experience behind the camera trained me how to work with kids, but my husband and I have two toddlers. So it’s safe to say we have learned what works (and what doesn't!) Prepare yourself with my best tips for high energy kids!
Timeless Bartlesville family photos that feature personal connection, family heritage, and the beauty of home.
Before our session, I sent a senior session questionnaire to get a better understanding of Bethany and what she hoped to get out of our time together!
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