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Welcome to my Blog!

Thank you for visiting my blog!  I am an Oklahoma based wedding and portrait photographer.  I love shooting it all!  My style is truly photojournalistic which means I get to tell your story through my photographs.

This blog is my journal of my recent work in which I get to share with all of you!  Please come back to see all the new and exciting things going on at my studio.

I had so much fun capturing these photographs and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

Thank You and God Bless!

Christmas Special

Call today to book your session just in time for the Christmas Holiday.  The Christmas Special will be going on Friday, November 20th and Saturday, November 21st.  I have many Christmas cards to choose from that will fit your families personality!  Spaces fill up fast so call me today at 918.916.2070.  See you soon!

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Senior Nicole

I had such a great time shooting with Nicole.  She is a natural model and photographs so well.  She was up for anything and I thank you for that Nicole.  Enjoy!

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Senior Caroline

Caroline and I had so much fun shooting these photos out at her parents’ land…Three Guys Lake.  It is so beautiful out there and the photo-ops are endless.  Thanks for taking me out there!

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Senior Emily

I had so much fun shooting Emily’s senior pictures.  We went to her house out in the country and we able to get some great shots with her horse and her dad’s John Deere tractor….so fun!

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Leah + Michael = Engaged

I shot Leah and Michael’s engagement photos the other day in downtown OKC and at Lake Hefner.  We had such a great time and I really enjoyed getting out of McAlester and shooting in a new place.  Thanks again guys and good luck on the wedding.

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Seniors…

I know it has been a little while since I have posted any new pictures, but senior season is in full swing and keeping me busy.  But, I know how everyone likes to see what’s new and what’s going on so I took the time especially for you to try and get caught up on the blog.  So, here are some of my recent seniors I have shot.  Enjoy!

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Senior Talor

Talor is a senior I shot last week.  When she first got to the studio it was pouring down rain and I felt horrible since she just drove an hour for pictures.  But we started in the studio and by the time we were done in there the rain had cleared up, the sun had come out, and we were ready to take some awesome photos…and we did!  Thanks so much Talor and Juli (mom) for waiting out the rain, I had such a great time with you two!  Good luck this year Talor.

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Senior Carly

Carly is a senior I shot last week and what a great time we had taking pictures.  Her dad even brought out his Harley-Davidson motorcycle for the fun.  I just love starting off the senior year with such a great model.  Hope you enjoy Carly and have a great year!

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Kari and Greyson’s Wedding

Kari and Greyson picked the perfect spot for their beautiful wedding. They were married at The Kerr Conference Center in Poteau. They had a breathtaking backdrop at the ceremony. The flowers came from The Bamboo Orchid, the harpist was Kallie Clark, the photo booth was provided by Dance Entertainment, and one of the best wedding coordinators I have ever worked with was Jessica Kersey of Finishing Touch Event Design. Congratulations Kari and Greyson on a beautiful wedding and wishing you a happy life together! Thanks for letting me be apart of your special day.

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Lewis Family

I had such a great time shooting this beautiful family.  We really had to battle the wind that day, but I thought you would like to see a few of my favorites!  Thanks guys for allowing me to take your family photos!

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