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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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holy happy new year!!!!!! we are just over here thinking back to Rachel Bakes headshots — girl.. not only are your cakes FIYAH.. but so are you!!! i’m pretty sure you’ve made a new friend in emily too by the way 😊 associate photog | Emily Hair | Stephanie Michelle Hair Makeup | Dhalia Edwards Makeup […]

associate session: rachel bakes headshots | smithfield, virginia

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oh my lanta – these beautiful ladies!!!! it was so special to share so many cuddles and giggles with these two!!! MAKEUP | Susanne Mayer HAIR | Anywhere Beauty by Shae

montana mommy + me session | smithfield, virginia

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emy here! — i met up with haley almost a month from her big day… and y’all i just can’t even put into words how STUNNING she is – could you believe she’s even more stunning in person?!?!?! i seriously could have shot her pictures allllllll night haha but i knew her wedding day was […]

associate session: haley bridal session | smithfield, virginia

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emy here — i just can’t with this sweet family.. y’all how freaking GORGEOUS are they?!?!?! kara is NOT only one of hair stylists but she is the most BEAUTIFUL human-being inside and out —  and her family.. whew those are some good genes!! PHOTOGRAPHER | assoicate emily

associate session: edwards family | downtown smithfield virginia

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emy here — im not quite sure how in the world time has flownnnnn by so fast since i did miss katies sweet newborn session!! she is/was the prettiest little angel ever! just look at all that sweet hair – those eye lashes – that little lip!!! she is JUST perfection <3 sam and bear […]

associate session: katie newborn | studio at wharf hill

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Erin of Erin Ammons Photography is…. a woman that’s hard to sum up in a few words…. and I feel like trying to put words in this little caption here just won’t do her justice… but in an effort to try… Erin is driven – insightful – kind – clearly so beautiful… and her sweet spirit fills any […]

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emy here — i have known tabby since we were back in high school.. from growing up watching her play softball with my sister to hearing she was married AND having a sweet little angel! little braelyn has been such a huge blessing — i knew of the struggles tabby and chris had trying to […]

associate session: raines family windsor castle park | smithfield, va

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emy here!! holy gorgeoussssssssss!!!!!! ally and chris met up with sharon for some BREATH TAKING pictures!!! HAIR & MAKEUP | Anywhere Beauty by Shae

ally + chris date night session | smithfield, virginia

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i always enjoy my time with this sweet family — love y’all ❤️😍😘 MAKEUP | Your Best Face by Susanne HAIR | Markia Nicole – MUA / Hair Stylist

boop family | windsor castle park smithfield, va

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i think it’s safe to say that everyone has known for a very long time that God brought nick + shianne together!!! 😭 despite the INSANE rain – these two stayed intentional and present throughout the day… they shared quiet moments together when they thought no one else was watching and they cried equally as […]

shianne + nick | smithfield virginia wedding

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