The Blog

a collection of my favorite stories

There’s a moment that happens for almost every photographer before they book a retreat. It usually doesn’t start with logic. It starts with a feeling. You see the images and the places, the light, the people and something in you quietly leans in.I want that. And then, almost just as quickly, the questions show up. […]

Uncategorized

March 26, 2026

What Photographers Are Nervous About Before a Retreat (And What Actually Happens)

I’ll be the first to admit: Scotland and New Zealand are my absolute favorite international destinations: the wild highlands, the misty lochs, the raw dramatic coastlines…they’ve captured my heart and lens like nowhere else. But here’s what I’ve come to cherish just as much: you don’t need to cross oceans to create truly stunning, portfolio-elevating […]

Uncategorized

March 19, 2026

You Don’t Have to Leave the U.S. to Create Incredible Photography

Have you ever experienced a moment that feels like a core memory — one of those little slices of time that somehow sticks with you long after the trip is over? For me, meeting Madison and Andrew during a spontaneous stop at a castle in Scotland was one of those moments. What started as a quick visit […]

Engagment/Couples, Photography Retreats, Weddings

March 5, 2026

Eilean Donan | A Castle Meet-Cute in Scotland | Madison & Andrew

As a Colorado-based photographer (originally from Oregon but a resident here since I was 8), senior photo sessions are some of my favorite projects. They mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of something new—full of excitement, reflection, and a little bit of bittersweet. This year, one session felt extra special because it […]

Seniors, Uncategorized

February 24, 2026

Capturing Milestones: A Heartfelt Senior Session with Alana

There are places you visit… and then there are places that completely rewire your soul. I mean, picture this: standing on a black sand beach with icebergs washing up like scattered diamonds on velvet, or exchanging vows in front of a glacier so blue it feels like a dream. The waterfalls thundering in the background, […]

Photography Retreats, Uncategorized

January 30, 2026

Why Iceland is the Ultimate Adventure Elopement Destination (And Why You’ll Never Want to Leave)

Hey there, welcome to our little corner of the world, you amazing souls! We are beyond thrilled you’ve wandered over to join us on this wild photography journey-thank you for being here! This is where we’ll dive headfirst into sharing our epic sessions and adventures, capturing the magic that makes every moment so uniquely yours. […]

Engagment/Couples

July 23, 2025

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