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From weddings to family portraits, every moment te

From weddings to family portraits, every moment tells a story through my lens. But there's something about wildlife photography that truly speaks to my soul 🐾 Capturing the raw beauty of nature is where my heart finds its home. I love wildlife photography so much and it'll always be my favorite. My current goal is to get some images of a large barred owl on our property!

Here are some of my images from gorgeous Costa Rica to Oklahoma and beyond. 😁

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While in GA, I had the privilege of photographing

While in GA, I had the privilege of photographing my friend, Delicia's family, for the first time. The family consisted of Delicia, her husband, Blake, and their two delightful children, Declan and Davina!

Davina, the older of the siblings, radiated excitement at the prospect of being in front of the camera. She was just a natural model on camera 🥰. On the other hand, Declan, the younger one, was a bit camera-shy, displaying a charming mix of curiosity. However, with his dad throwing him in the air, it was easy to catch a smile!

This was my first time finally being able to meet her family since I left GA in 2014! It was an honor, and I have loved watching her and her family grow and move. ❤️

So, let me spill the beans on what went down at th

So, let me spill the beans on what went down at the studio recently – Lily's first birthday shindig! As the honorary family friend, coworker, and sometimes photographer, I got to play paparazzi for this special day, and it was fantastic!

We jazzed up the white backdrops with some white balloons, giving it that dreamy vibe that perfectly matched the occasion. From the very beginning, I had the privilege of capturing the journey of Lily's life, starting with her parent's heartwarming pregnancy announcements. Now, a year later, I found myself in the studio, celebrating the joyous occasion of Lily turning one!

The main act? A cake that was practically a work of art, decked out with blueberries. And guess who couldn't resist diving in? Yup, our birthday girl, Lily! Those pics of her digging into the cake with gusto – pure gold. Plus, look at those big blue eyes!

Now, here's the behind-the-scenes scoop for you – to get those candid shots, we brought out the big guns. Well, not literally, but we did use a squeaker salvaged from a once-beloved, now-destroyed squeaky toy (thanks to Abigail). It worked like a charm, getting Lily's attention and giving us those picture-perfect moments.

With friends and family adding to the good vibes, the studio was buzzing with laughter and genuine joy. This wasn't just your average photoshoot – it was a laid-back hangout filled with cake, balloons, and a lot of love!

So, under the studio lights, surrounded by balloons and pals, Lily's first birthday turned into a classy yet chill celebration. Here's to more years of seeing Lilly grow up, I've been honored to have been able to capture these major moments! 🎉

Creating timeless and captivating images is a coll

Creating timeless and captivating images is a collaborative effort between the photographer and the subjects. When it comes to professional photoshoots, particularly in the realm of weddings and portraits, what you wear plays a crucial role in the outcome. From a photographer's perspective, here are 2 of 5 best practices to ensure that your clothing choices enhance the visual appeal of the photographs, and I promise, that what you wear can make a huge difference!

Make sure to head to the blog for the last 3 practices!

1. Opt for Neutral Colors: Neutral colors such as whites, creams, grays, and earth tones work exceptionally well in professional photoshoots. These hues provide a timeless and classic look that won't distract from the main subjects—the people in the photographs! Neutral tones also create a harmonious and cohesive aesthetic, allowing the focus to remain on the emotions and connections captured in the images.

2. Coordinate Colors Without Being Matchy-Matchy: Coordinate clothing among family members or the wedding party without resorting to identical outfits. Choose a color palette and have everyone wear different shades within that palette. This adds visual interest to the photos while maintaining a cohesive and unified appearance.

What are your favorite colors to wear? Mine is always earth tones, like dark green, maroon, navy or a dark orange!

I had the incredible opportunity to photograph my

I had the incredible opportunity to photograph my brother-in-law Tyler and his fiancée Victoria during a quick engagement session amid a Baker family session – a celebration of love, spontaneity, and unique connections.
Tyler and Victoria embody a free-spirited love that is as infectious as it is heartwarming. Victoria's barefoot wanderlust and her passion for horses create a canvas of authenticity that truly sets them apart.
This moment wasn't just about capturing poses; it was about freezing the genuine laughter, the stolen glances and the unspoken promises exchanged between the couple, AKA laughter every time they looked at one another. I couldn't help but feel privileged to witness and document the beginning of their journey towards becoming a married couple.

Congratulations to my brother-in-law Tyler and future sister-in-law Victoria!

My short highlight video of 2023! We are beyond g

My short highlight video of 2023!

We are beyond grateful for all the support from our friends, family, and clients for the businesses! We couldn't ask for more, and we are so grateful God allows us to have this life. ❤️ I wanted to include all of you in the video. However, I couldn't find a good song to transition to all the images. 😅 With all of your support, you have helped so many dreams of ours come to light. Also, my career is one of the best things to happen to me and I am so grateful for my coworkers and the ability for me to travel. 🥰
I'm so grateful for all of you and everything in my life! Thank you again, everyone!
Onward to 2024!

#happynewyear #2024 #recap #costarica #supportlocalbusiness #thankyoueveryone #hightlightreel

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! Also, we

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!
Also, we are in GA, so Lilo isn't with us physically, but she is happy as can be back home!
Special guest appearance, my sister-in-law Tori! ❤️
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, everyone!

Love,
The Bakers

#merrychristmas #christmas

Congratulations to Jacob and Brooke! Jacob reache

Congratulations to Jacob and Brooke!

Jacob reached out to me at the beginning of November to plan a proposal for Brooke! I am flying out today for vacation. However, I'll always make time for a session like this. 🥰 I love proposals! I love the hiding and being able to capture the genuine moment. For this session, we brought Abby to this one to help us blend in. As I was capturing the moment we had been waiting for, family came out celebrating from behind us and all around us on each side of the bridge. It was amazing! We had so much fun working with Jacob and surprising Brooke! Plus, the champagne was brought out, and it became even more fun! Zack and I wanted to stay to celebrate, but we had a plane to catch only an hour later. 😅 But the love shared from these families was contagious, and listening to the story on the creation of her beautiful ring, using different stones from family members, made this moment even more special.

Again, congratulations, Jacob and Brooke! Have a glass for Zack and I! 🥰

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Recently, we had the honor of photographing a Bat

Recently, we had the honor of photographing a Bat Mitzvah ceremony. It was a privilege that allowed me to witness and document the transition of a young girl into adulthood within the Jewish faith. If you'd like to read more on it, head over to the blog! It was such a wonderful experience for Zack and I. 🖤

Christmas Mini sign-ups are here! I will be doing

Christmas Mini sign-ups are here! I will be doing Christmas minis at MillFarm, Christmas tree farm, this year! I will only be shooting these Christmas minis on November 12th. If interested, please follow the link to book your time slot, I will be posting in the comments and sharing a link in the story! Furbabies are permitted on the property as long as they are leashed! ❤️

Dean+ Shannon Wedding Day! Dean and Shannon’s we

Dean+ Shannon Wedding Day!
Dean and Shannon’s wedding, held at Newport News’ Keffer Hall, was a beautiful fusion of love, simplicity, and fun! With a color scheme featuring navy, coral, and turquoise, this intimate celebration radiated warmth and joy, plus it was nice to finally have the sun out! This wedding was so much fun, plus it has been awesome as Zack and I have become good friends with Dean and Shannon since shooting their engagement session! This wedding included bubble guns and, even a pinata! If you go to the last photo, you can see I captured the moment I was hit with the pinata, and it was 100% worth it. 😂 At one point, I found myself dancing with my husband while still documenting the event—a memory that cemented our friendship with this incredible couple. If you'd like to read more, head over to the blog where you can find more on the wedding and more photos!
Now everyone please help me congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Blackmore!
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Venue: @kefferhall
Officiant: @757weddingpastor
Catering: @cateringbysv
Florist: @pollardsflorist
Hair Stylist/Make-up: @vanity_byamy

On Saturday, I recently had the opportunity to imm

On Saturday, I recently had the opportunity to immerse myself in the world of winemaking by photographing the beginning of the grape harvest at Gauthier Vineyard. What an extraordinary blend of nature, craftsmanship, and community it turned out to be! So, grab a glass of your favorite Gauthier vintage (obviously, I recommend Sweet Beau) and let’s journey through the lens into this enchanting process. The Gauthier Vineyard is next to Colonial Williamsburg as one of my favorite places to be in Williamsburg, Virginia. This year, Zack is working with Gauthier and volunteering to help with the grape harvest! We have been very honored to be able to work so closely with Gauthier and capturing the behind the scenes of the grape harvest was just awesome! Head over to the blog if you'd like to read more about the harvest!

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