A Grounded Approach to Meaningful Moments

Most of the moments I photograph happen during some kind of change.

What draws me to this work isn’t just the milestone—it’s who you are in the middle of it.

That’s what I try to pay attention to.

A smiling young man with curly hair and a beard, wearing a beige button-up shirt, sitting against a dark green background.

Behind the Camera

I’m based in Lynchburg, Virginia, and much of my work centers around students, couples, and people in early seasons of life.

I’ve always been drawn to moments that feel real: nothing overdone, nothing forced, everything sentimental.

That carries into how I photograph.

In the hectic, I offer a calm presence, clear direction, and space for things to unfold naturally.

How I Approach Each Session

I think we all love that feeling when a friend shows us a stray photo they took while we weren’t looking. There’s something about the ease and carelessness of ourselves when we aren’t trying to be perfect.

My sessions are the same way; they’re about movement, connection, and the joy of becoming who you want to be.

I guide when needed, but the goal is never to take over. It’s to document something that already matters.

Close-up of a woman in a white dress and red graduation gown, holding a dark blue graduation cap.
Close-up of a woman’s hands resting on a man’s chest and arm. The woman is wearing a white dress with textured fabric, has a wedding ring with a large stone, and her nails are painted light pink. The man is dressed in a black suit or tuxedo.
Close-up of a child's knitted sweater with a pattern of blue hearts on a white background, and an orange section near the sleeve.
A table set for a party with various snacks, desserts, and drinks. There are people holding wine glasses and a bottle of sparkling cider. The table is covered with a red cloth, and there are candles, a small disco ball, and alphabet tiles scattered around.

If That Resonates With You

There’s a good chance we’ll work well together.