I AM A PHOTOGRAPHER AND MAMA
Photography has always been a part of my life.
I’ve been called by many names: mother, wife, veteran, artist, photographer and friend. All of these wrap up to encompass the artist that I have become, each one influencing my craft as I grow from new experiences. Perhaps the most important are wife and mother…with my encouraging husband and loving daughters & son by my side, I find myself constantly inspired.
As a child I would pull my mothers photo albums into my lap. Thick with photos afixed to pages that were slipped into clear plastic covers, to protect from our sticky fingers, these albums were a source of great joy to my sister and I. Each image whispered a story of love and security.
Being surrounded by photographs, both in these albums and covering our walls, invested a sense of belonging and pride in my family. Naturally as I began to explore my own artistic expression, I was drawn to photography in high school. I knew then first hand its importance and meaning. That's where I realized this is what I'm passionate about.
My story is no different than yours.
I became a first-time mama around the age of 25, I had no idea how to take care of myself, and here I was holding a baby who needed me. I was scared, but thankfully I had my sister and husband to help me through the tough postpartum & all the ups and downs that came with motherhood. My baby is now 11 years old, my second is 6 and my little surprise baby is 4 years old. Did I say surprise? She's a firecracker smarty pants, that one, Yep, but she's the best little surprise we could ever get. I promise mama we are alike in many ways and that's why I want to tell your beautiful story.
I believe there is no greater gift than family. I believe in honesty, even when it is hard. I believe that being a caregiver means you have to learn to also care for yourself. I believe in hugs that linger longer and squeeze harder just before you let go. I believe in growth, and am always looking for opportunities for it. I believe every woman is beautiful, and I know that showing the beauty they possess will be how I change the world.
LET'S START YOUR JOURNEY
