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This is where stories come to life — through heartfelt conversations on the Breaking Joy podcast and the incredible moments I’ve captured with my amazing clients. From the connections that inspire us to the work that fuels my heart, this space is all about celebrating life’s raw beauty and genuine joy. Grab your favorite cozy spot, and let’s dive into the magic!
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what better way to celebrate your anniversary each year than with a photo session??! rosena + andrew celebrate each anniversary by booking a special trip somewhere and capturing updated portraits together!!! this year they ended up in the OBX and i was SO SO excited for their session – because i knew that they were […]
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let’s begin by getting one thing straight right meow… i hate the word boudoir. it doesn’t align with the experience at all, but it’s what most people ‘understand’… i hope you know this is SO much more than some ‘sexy’ photos! i want you to know that I care about you – and your story.
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negative mindset vs toxic positivity there’s a balance between positive + negative thinking.. and i think it’s often misunderstood.. so today i’m sharing some short thoughts about these mindsets. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Links mentioned in this episode: 30 Journal Prompts Breaking Joy Podcast Share Your Story Rate, Review, + […]
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this is goodbye this episode is short but powerful – i’m sharing an excerpt from the journal.. but it’s not a pretty one. these are the moments the movies don’t warn you about.. and the sounds you never forget… this is goodbye. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Links mentioned in this […]
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elice + ryan’s wedding day at duck woods country club was a 10 outta 10… A+ from beginning to end! this was not just an insanely beautiful wedding day… it was full of amazing humans and this crew knew how to party — it ended with a reception we’ll never forget…. and what an incredible […]
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15 mistakes you may be making as a wedding photographer if you are in the photography industry this is one episode you don’t want to miss!! i’m spilling the beans on 15 mistakes you may be making on the wedding day.. and a bonus mistake i know most of us have been guilty of… you […]
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it was an unexpectedly windy day at bodie island lighthouse, but angela and john were the real MVPs and rocked it anyway. bodie island is a hidden treasure here in nags head, nc…. it’s a little bit of history mixed with a lot of romance especially with the beautiful dress angela chose! styling – Mandy […]
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pots + dysautonomia in this episode, i’m giving an inside peek into my health journey over the last handful of years!! chatting all about when things took a turn, the actions i took to advocate for myself along the way… and finally the answers i have been searching for. Click here to listen! Here’s a […]
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photographer to CEO gavin wade of cloudspot is breaking down how his own experiences as a wedding photographer led him to see gaps in the industry that inspired him to create the company he leads today.. and be sure to tune in so you don’t miss the exciting news about what is coming soon!!!! and […]
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michelle + tim literally had the best day ever!!! their wedding day was full of sweet tears, laughs, and lots of ‘sweet dance moves’ — their letters were ridiculously beautiful and they’ve known each other since they were in GRADE school… talk about a long time coming! michelle even joked that she’d been writing her […]