The other weekend, my photogenic daughter asked if we could head downtown for some photos. A free Saturday? Beautiful weather? An excuse to hang out with her and bring my camera? Done. Here’s the thing: I may have mom-goggles, but I swear—she is the most photogenic person on the planet. I can’t take a bad […]

Why is online photo backup important? Well, story time. About fifteen-ish years ago, my family faced a devastating fire in our 1920’s home. It started in the walls between my sister’s and younger brother’s bedrooms—likely from an electrical wire/rodent combo. Thankfully, everyone made it out safely. The firemen came in with care, trying their best to […]

If you’re searching for the most picturesque spots in Oklahoma City, you’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive insiders guide will help you uncover the best places to take photos in OKC, from vibrant urban landscapes to serene natural escapes. Whether you’re looking to capture family portraits, high school senior shots, or just some Instagram-worthy […]

Ok. I heard the feedback. Ya’ll LOVED part 1 and part 2 of this series. I am here to offer you three more photo session games I love to play during a family portrait session. Please leave me a comment or send me a message and let me know how they work for you during […]

Part Two Well I heard so much great feedback from my previous post on Three Games I LIke to Play During Family Photo Sessions that I decided to do Round Two! Tell me what you think! Race to Me (children ages 3-10)  – Sometimes this turns into Red Light, Green Light but either way kids […]

Part 1 Family photography sessions can be a tricky business.  It’s a challenge to immediately make a connection to your subjects, make everyone feel comfortable, and then facilitate genuine interactions (that are truly happy!) in a one hour or so time span. After seven years in a classroom educating children and ten years as a professional […]