Ever since having my own baby in 2020, I’ve especially loved being an Ocala newborn photographer. Having been there before, I know what it’s like to be in that sweet newborn phase, having just brought baby home. I know how grateful I am to have those photos because I didn’t know at the time how […]

If you ask me what my favorite place to take photos in Ocala is, the Appleton Museum is high on my list! The museum is only about 10 minutes east of Downtown Ocala, and I think it’s one of the most beautiful structures in the city.  The large marble columns and staircase make for a […]

Abby and Mike had the FIRST WEDDING EVER at the brand new World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, this past weekend, and oh my was it one for the books!  The (giant) property is so pristine, and everywhere you look is super picturesque (quite a photographer’s dream)! WEC has a little white chapel with outdoor […]

How many bridesmaids should you have? Ah, what a tough question, right? It can be difficult to choose which friends to have stand next to you on your big day. I’ve been there! You may want to ask them right after he proposes, but take some time to really think it through. Although there’s really […]

Going to Target together is one of Rachel Laxton’s and my favorite things to do! Rachel is another local wedding & portrait photographer (Rachel Laxton Photography). We are each other’s closest competition and yet somehow best friends. We believe in The Rising Tide Society‘s value of #CommunityOverCompetition and that a rising tide lifts all boats. […]

“What’s Galentine’s Day? Oh, it’s only the best day of the year. Every February 13th, Leslie Knope and her lady friends leave their husbands and their boyfriends at home and just kick it breakfast style. Ladies celebrating ladies.” – Parks and Rec Wedding designer Ever After Vintage Weddings puts on a Galentine’s Day brunch of all Galentine’s Day […]

Caleb and Erika’s winter wedding at the Hilton in Ocala, Florida was such a truly heartfelt day. A little bit of a backstory for you… over their engagement I got to know them as a couple and hear their story. They have been together for several years while Caleb served our country in the Marines. […]

It has been SO hard not to share any of these! I’ve been waiting to not spoil any Christmas cards (thinking they should all be out now)! This year’s Christmas Mini sessions were held at Kandy Kane Christmas Treeland in Anthony, FL, and also at The Appleton Museum in Ocala, FL. I like to offer […]

This proposal has a very unique story to it! Lauren, the editor of Every Last Detail blog, wanted to set up a photoshoot for Christmas time proposal ideas and inspiration. She asked me to photograph it and Amber Veatch Designs to make everything picture perfect. Amber is a wedding designer and made the coziest little […]

Earlier this week I got to spend the afternoon with Sadie of Sadie Fitz Events and learn from her about decorating for a Christmas dinner party! If you are looking for ideas and tips for hosting Christmas dinner, we have put together some inspiration with an simple yet elegant gold theme. I couldn’t believe it when […]