Where do I even begin?? I’ve known Madison for years, and it’s been a joy to watch her grow and evolve in her personhood. God brought us together through Youth For Christ years ago, and she has been sweetly persistent to keep in touch (which my forgetful mind so appreciates!). My mom and I both […]

Lifestyle newborn sessions are always so sweet. There’s nothing quite like a scrunchy and adorable little one who commands all the attention. Sweet little Asa was born to his parents, Suhaytie and Tim, and he and mama certainly went through a lot to get him here. Because of a difficult and unexpected birth journey, this […]

If you look at all my blog posts, you might remember that last year I did a wedding for the sweeetessstttt couple–Jami and Derric. Their son Caleb is now a senior, and having known him since we were both kids, it’s surreal thinking of him being so mature now. Caleb has big aspirations of being […]

I’ve taken photos for the Force family a couple of times now, and this session was quite a bit sweeter than the previous ones. This session, after all, was with their newest addition–Avella Kay. She is the tiniest bundle of adorable baby goodness. From her toes to all the folds of her skin, she is […]

My sweet friend Laurie is engaged! This has been such a sweet season of life seeing the Lord work. I have never heard a man gush over his bride the way Jacob gushes about Laurie. I can’t even tell you all how wonderful it has been getting to know him. Laurie is a gem of […]

Natalie and Jacob are such a sweet couple. It was my joy to spend an evening with them getting to know who they are, and who they are to one another. It’s always a good time for me to photograph an engagement, but it’s especially fun when the sunset shows up in full color. The […]

Zach and I are divorced.  I’ve rewritten this many times, so I hope to help you understand this difficult post. I’ll preface by saying it’s been extremely difficult going through this when I grew up never believing in divorce. Like everything in life, the Lord gives and takes away according to His goodness and glory, […]

Taking photos for any couple is special–but taking photos for a couple I adore and admire is a different type of special. Moonstone beach, cloudy skies, a perfect sunset, and the holidays around the corner. This session was just gorgeous. Sarah and Jim are honest, loving, kind, and welcoming people. They are the type of […]

Christmas is one of the most fun times of the year, and for employers everywhere, it’s the season of giving! PCL hosts an annual Christmas party every year in Bakersfield to shower their employees with appreciation, and it was quite the event. This was such a fun group of people. They played games very competitively, […]

November is one of the best months to get married in Bakersfield. The weather is usually pretty even, and the air is cool. While we did get some rain on Audrey and Juan’s wedding day at the Sundale Country Club, owned by the Petroleum Club, I think the old wives tale is true–rain is good […]