My Photography Blog

Below are my most recent posts on client work and updates on personal creative projects.

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Aidan’s Sunset Graduation Photos

Aidan only had one request; he wanted to showcase the beautiful Tallahassee sunsets in his graduation photos! And that’s exactly what we achieved at Landis Green near Doak Stadium.

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Becca

In this blog post I discuss working with another local creative professional in Tallahassee, Florida! In this branding shoot I helped Becca create some beautiful and on-brand portraits for her new website launch.

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Sydney

I was able to work with a longtime friend and capture her cap and gown photos for her recent Master’s graduation. Click here to see what amazing location she chose!

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Chaya and Malcolm

I was able to collaborate with former wedding videography clients and create some stunning maternity photography! Click here to take a look through the gallery of black and white studio photography.

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Brad

I had the opportunity to capture graduation photography for my first Ph.D. student by working with Brad this spring. Brad was a joy to work with and we created some truly memorable cap and gown images for him and his family.

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FSU Graduation Photography in the Summer

Living in Florida we have to get used to the summer heat! But what steps should you take if you’ll be graduating during the hottest time of the year? I list out a few quick tips so you can have an amazing summer graduation photo session!

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Grace

Classic FSU graduation photography in some of the most iconic campus locations! Grace’s photos turned out great, read on to see for yourself!

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Birthday Headshots

For his 25th birthday, Idris wanted to treat himself to some stylized portrait and headshot photography. We were able to make some truly stunning images.

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Yashica Electro 35 GX Review

I review one of the most used film cameras in my collection; the Yashica Electro 35 GX. This rangefinder-style film camera has its quirks but is one of my favorite cameras for shooting film.

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FSU Graduation Photography: Kris

Kris and I went to the same high school and graduated the same year, so it was a pleasant surprise and a fun time to catch up when he reached out to me to capture his graduation photos!

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FAMU Graduation Photography

I had the opportunity to meet Jenae and make some truly beautiful grad photos on the FAMU campus. We hit a few iconic locations and I’m so excited to share these images!

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FSU Grad Photos: Maria

I had a blast working with Maria; and her boyfriend and adorable Chihuahua. We created some iconic grad photos to celebrate both her and her boyfriend’s college graduation!

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FSU Graduation Photography: Madeleine

Madeleine and I got together to capture some memories of her graduation from FSU with a bachelor’s degree in sociology. Her photos came out beautifully and were taken at various spots around Doak Campbell Stadium.

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FSU Graduation Photography: Kirthi

Kirthi was referred to me by a friend to take her FSU graduation photos! Kirthi, her family, and I worked together on a two location shoot at the Westcott Fountain & the Unconquered Statue!

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