I loved hanging out with these two on their wedding day! They were kind, compassionate, genuine and absolutely in love with each other! Venue- Cherry Valley Hotel and Ohio Event Center Flowers– Foraged 774 Caterer- City Barbeque
Ben and Jessie were married on a beautiful, windy day among the rolling hills of Perry County, OH. Vinberige Vineyards offered such a stunning backdrop for their wedding ceremony with gorgeous views of the vineyards. The Bride and Groom chose not to have a wedding party stand with them. I am finding that more couples are doing this and it does make for a … Read More Ben + Jessie Smith||Wedding||Vinberige Vineyards
Landoll’s Mohican Castle is one of the most unique lodging and wedding destinations I have photographed. Located in central Ohio, deep in Mohican country and Loudonville, Ohio, this romantic venue is nestled in an enchanting forest making it a one-of-a-kind setting to host your fairytale wedding. Named one of the top 3 places to get married in Ohio, what better place to exchange your vows … Read More Landoll’s Castle Wedding|| Loudonville, Ohio
Aden and Abby were married on a chilly December day at a small church where Abby’s father is the Pastor. It was very special for them to have their ceremony here as this is where Abby and her family have worshiped her entire life. I had never been to this church and I was blown away by the beautiful natural light that streamed in … Read More Aden + Abigail Triona|| Wedding|| Glenford, Ohio
When Taya asked if I would be interested in photographing her home birth I did not hesitate to say yes! I have photographed many births but this was my first one done at home. And the fact that it was for someone very dear to my heart made it even better! I did not know what to expect with this type of birth. I … Read More Ben + Taya Wilson || Home Birth Newark, Ohio
I met the Connelly’s at Dawes Arboretum for a family session. I hadn’t seen their little girl for a whole year so she was a little shy at first. But after a while, she warmed up to me and ended up having a great time. You can actually see the progression of our session in her smile! I absolutey love working with families and … Read More The Connelly Family
From the moment that I saw Casey and Onalee on their wedding day, I knew it was going to be a great day! They were all smiles from the very beginning! I absolutely love it when a bride and groom decide to leave all worries at the door and purposely make the decision to enjoy their day. This was the first time that I … Read More Casey + Onalee || Wedding ||La Navona, Gahanna, Ohio
For some people, a courthouse elopement may not seem ideal. But the stress, high stakes, and high expectations that come with an extravagant wedding does not sound fun at all for some couples. We all know that a wedding is meant to celebrate the beginning of a lifelong journey. However, it can be the source of tension between family members and, unfortunately, sometimes even the … Read More Eddie and Kim’s Courthouse Elopement
Josh and Abigail Lewis’s wedding was absolutely beautiful! They were married alongside their closest friends and family. These moments are to be held very dear, especially since even gathering together with one another – for any occasion – has been rare during the pandemic. They were married at The Legacy on Possum Run which is a beautiful venue. It allowed for such a unique … Read More Joshua + Abigail Lewis
When a new child is born, nothing is ever the same. Life for a parent and even grandparent is forever marked by this moment, and time is now measured in two halves: before and after the birth. I know this is true of my own life, and I can’t help but remember that the world itself is measured by a baby born in Bethlehem. … Read More Jaycee’s Newborn Session
Lacie really wanted a snowy backdrop for her maternity session. So we waited for a beautiful snowfall and headed to Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio. I love how important it is for her to capture these milestones in her life. She realizes how quickly these moments pass and she told me that she wants something to look at to help her remember this time. … Read More Lacie’s Maternity Session at Dawes Arboretum
This story began 27 years ago. Some of our friends from church organized a rafting trip to Ohiopyle, Pa. We were going to take a ride down the Youghioheny River and navigate some Class III and IV rapids! “Let’s do this!” said the naive 23 year old me. My sister-in-law nervously asked me if I was afraid. “Heck no! This is going to … Read More That one time I almost died!
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