Hi, I’m Courtney!

I’m a natural light photographer specializing in families and high school seniors. I find such joy is helping you to feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera so I can capture who you are—not just what you look like. My number one goal on a session is for you to have fun, as the best way to appear photogenic is when you let your guard down and let ‘you’ shine through.

And speaking of shine…you know what happens when we combine that ease and comfort with most beautiful light? It is simply chefs kiss! It adds depth, dimension, and emotion to an image, and it’s also what allows your natural features (and your true self) to illuminate. In fact, the word photography is of Greek origin and literally means “drawing with light”… and discovering that light is tied for first place for me, in what I focus on during every session.

My love for photography began really young. When I was little, I used to sneak into my grandfather’s room to admire his old cameras. One in particular—a leather-wrapped favorite—captivated me. Years later, he passed it down to me. While it isn’t worth much money, to me it is simply priceless.

Since buying my first SLR camera in 1998, I’ve find myself drawn deeper into photography with each passing year. Not just as a way to document my own family’s life, but as a way to freeze moments of time for others. I consider it an honor to be invited into such intimate chapters of people’s lives, and to preserve them forever.

As for who I am: most would describe me as enthusiastic, passionate, and authentic. I get really excited on sessions. If you hear me exclaim ‘Shut Up!’ (which I do on almost every session!) know that it’s not directed at you! Rather, it’s actually the moment I am most excited. It’s the moment when I see you start to relax, when I feel you start to let me in, and the moment that I know we’re about to create the most beautiful images together. The only thing I need from you is to show up — I promise you that I’ll handle the rest.

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me with my crew. It consists of my husband, our two daughters, my son in law, and our two dogs (who I’m obsessed with!). Our life is choatic and crazy, but it is such a beautiful freaking blessing. And, I’m so grateful I get to capture pieces of it—for myself and for you.