There's something about the sandy shores of Lake Huron that makes everything feel a little slower, a little softer, and a lot more real, and that's exactly the energy the Smith family brought to their recent session in Oscoda, MI. Golden Light, and So Much Love There was running. There was dancing. There were the kind of deep belly laughs that happen when a family is truly comfortable with each other (and with me tagging along with my camera). And woven through all of it was

It was time for Beverly to update her professional headshots, the kind you need for LinkedIn, work profiles, and everything in between. She found Forward Focus Co. through a quick Google search, liked what she saw on the website, and booked a session with Amanda. The result? Headshots that finally looked like her, polished, professional, and nothing like a cropped selfie. "It was finally time to update my professional headshots for different work related things, and Forward F

Every so often, a session comes along that's about so much more than senior portraits, this was one of those. This year's exchange student spent her senior year here in Northern Michigan, far from home and family, and when it came time to plan her senior session, they knew they wanted it to be something bigger than a backdrop and a pretty outfit. They wanted it to hold everything: the time she spent here, the place that became a second home, and the quiet, powerful milestone

Some sessions stay with you long after you pack up your camera and drive home. This was one of them. A few years ago, I had the privilege of meeting this sweet boy and the family who loved him with everything they had. When they called me back recently, this time to capture something much harder, and I didn't hesitate. These are the sessions I hold most gently. I offer Celebration of Life sessions complimentary, based on availability, because I believe that love like this des

Nestled high above the breathtaking Au Sable River, surrounded by Northern Michigan’s peak fall colors, this moment was one for the books. For weeks, I worked closely with the soon-to-be fiancé to plan every detail of this surprise proposal at The Ausable River Overlook, in Oscoda, MI ( Champagne Hill) , one of the most scenic overlooks in the region. The golden leaves, the calm reflection of the river below, and the crisp air of autumn set the stage perfectly. When the momen

There’s something truly special about senior sessions, they capture a moment in time that marks both an ending and a brand-new beginning....

There’s something truly magical about Tawas Point State Park. The soft sound of the waves, the beautiful sunlight dancing on the...

There’s something magical about the golden light just before sunset, and this recent maternity session along the shores of Lake Huron in...

There’s something so timeless about a family session by the water and this one was extra special. On the peaceful shores of Lake Huron in...

There’s something truly magical about senior sessions by the lake, and Charlotte brought that magic to life. Set against the stunning...

Tucked away in the heart of Pontiac, Michigan, Goldner Walsh Garden & Home offered the dreamiest backdrop for Hannah and Jakob’s wedding...

Location: Shores of Lake Huron, Oscoda, Northern Michigan There’s something sacred about photographing generations together, especially...

After many nudges and much prayer, I finally created an online store where my photography can be purchased!! Both as prints and digital...

There’s something timeless about family gathered at the water’s edge, and this session was no exception. Three generations came together...

Some moments take your breath away, and this beachside proposal along the shores of AuSable and Oscoda was one of them. As the sky...

We had the absolute joy of capturing Willow’s Sweet 16 session among the peaceful back roads of Greenbush, Michigan, and it was nothing...

There’s something beautiful about watching a family on the edge of a new beginning. On a golden evening in AuSable Township, I had the...

This spring, I had the pleasure of photographing the N. family at the stunning Dow Gardens in Midland. It was a special opportunity to...

Some love stories unfold in the most unexpected places, and for this couple from Southern Michigan, Oscoda became the backdrop to one of...

There’s something truly magical about a fresh snowfall—the way it blankets the world in pure white, turning even the most familiar...