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When we think about photographing love, weddings usually come to mind first. The dress, the vows, the celebration — it’s a beautiful beginning, and it deserves to be documented. But love doesn’t stop there. In fact, some of the most meaningful love stories unfold quietly in the years that follow. They show up in the […]

It’s About More Than Just Your Teen  Senior photos often get framed as something just for the Senior. (Don’t get me wrong! I’m aalll about spoiling them through the whole process!) But in reality, these sessions capture an entire family’s journey, too. Parents, siblings, and even grandparents share in the pride, excitement, and bittersweet emotions […]

Thoughtful Wardrobe Starts With What You Love  My families choose their outfits with care, selecting pieces that feel comfortable, flattering, and true to their personal style. This intentionality shows up beautifully in every frame, creating images that feel calm, confident, and timeless. For family, newborn, and senior sessions, wardrobe becomes more than clothing — it’s […]

January is quiet in the best way. After the noise of the holidays fades, many parents notice something unexpected—how much their kids have changed. Longer legs. New expressions. A little more independence than last year. That’s why the beginning of the year is such a meaningful time to think about Kansas City child portraits. Not […]

There’s something about the start of a new year that feels like a deep breath. New calendars. Fresh routines. Or old routines with fresh potential. And for parents of high school seniors… a quiet realization that this season is moving fast. If you have a soon-to-be-Senior at home, this year holds a lot—milestones, decisions, celebrations, […]

There’s something about the holiday season that feels both magical and a little chaotic, right? The house is full of laughter and guests, while the kids are enjoying their yearly quota of sugar in one week. On the calendar, you’ve been intentional to say no where needed, and are enjoying fully the YESes of the […]

What to Expect, How Long It Takes, and the Cozy Details That Make It Magical If you’re looking for a winter tradition that feels peaceful, beautiful, and genuinely worth bundling everyone up for, the Powell Gardens Festival of Lights might be the most charming holiday walk in the Kansas City area. Every year, the gardens […]

There’s something magical about Kansas City in December — the way even the busiest parts of the city slow down just a tiny bit, the way the cold air feels softer when you’re bundled up and on the hunt for the best lights. Every year, my family makes a whole evening or two out of […]

Many Kansas City families have called it a tradition for as long as they remember. The Plaza Lighting! What began as a small strand of 16 colored Christmas lights, lit on December 25th, 1925, has grown into a major holiday tradition. Those first lights were hung above a doorway of the Mill Creek Building by […]

There’s something special about stepping away from your routine and surrounding yourself with people who genuinely help you grow. That was exactly what my recent trip to South Carolina was about — a business retreat that reminded me how important it is to choose your team with intention. Between strategy sessions and quiet moments (which […]