JOURNAL

Every summer in the Finger Lakes tells its own story. The warm mornings that slip into golden afternoons, the quiet evenings spent watching the sun paint the horizon, the way the water glimmers like glass, these are the moments that root themselves in memory. And yet, as each September rolls in, I always find myself […]

There’s something magical about Halloween. For one night, we get to slip into a different skin, embody a character, or just indulge in our playful side. Whether your style leans more silly, spooky, or sultry, getting dressed up has a way of waking up parts of ourselves we don’t always get to express in everyday […]

It usually starts off quietly. A saved post. A screenshot. A quick scroll past one of my photos with a little voice in your head that says maybe one day. But then that other voice shows up. You know the one. She tells you this isn’t for you. That you’re not confident enough. That you […]

There’s something about the lake that brings us back to ourselves. Maybe it’s the way time slows down near the water, or how your mind finally quiets when your feet hit the sand. Whatever it is, lakefront sessions carry a different kind of energy. Calm, untamed, and beautifully real. If you’re booked for a boudoir […]

I turned 30 this year. And somewhere between the birthday cards and the “welcome to your thirties” memes, I found myself standing in front of my bathroom mirror, gently pulling the skin near my temples back, just to see. I didn’t even realize I was doing it at first. It was almost muscle memory. A […]

There’s this thing that happens when I photograph a woman, something quiet but unmistakable. She’ll walk into my studio with her hair curled, makeup set, and maybe a few nerves she’s trying to play off. We’ll chat about what she brought to wear, the music she wants to hear, and the moment that finally convinced […]

There’s a quiet magic in simplicity—a way it allows beauty to take center stage, unadorned and completely honest. This recent boudoir session is a testament to just that. Inspired by the delicate charm of baby’s breath and the timeless elegance of natural light, we created an experience that felt ethereal, intimate, and effortlessly graceful. From […]

As the golden glow of autumn begins to fade and November quietly ushers us toward the holidays, life often becomes a flurry of to-do lists, gatherings, and planning. It’s a season of togetherness and celebration, but for so many of us, it’s also a season of overwhelm. How do we balance the joy of connection […]

In a time when we’re constantly bombarded by images of perfection, it can feel overwhelming to show up as our true, unfiltered selves. Social media is full of airbrushed snapshots, flawless highlight reels, and perfectly curated moments that often leave us wondering—how do I measure up? But here’s the truth: your worth isn’t determined by […]

Preparing for a boudoir shoot is an exciting and intimate journey, but it’s also a time that calls for self-care and reflection. Crafting a self-care ritual before your session can elevate the entire experience, allowing you to step into the moment feeling confident and empowered. Here, we’ll explore various self-care practices that you can incorporate […]