2015 was a HUGE year for me, both personally and professionally. At the end of each year, I like to take some time to reflect on all that has happened and set goals for the new year to come.

This year, I gained a TON of amazing new clients and was able to have many sessions with past clients who are in new seasons of life. I surpassed the 2,000 mark on my “fan” page and connected with other amazing photographers this year like never before. I am so thankful for everyone that I was able to work with and alongside. I hope to continue photographing portraits and events for my current clients in 2016, as well as all of the wonderful new clients to come.

Here are a few of my favorite professional behind the scenes moments from 2015:

Personally, I officially started a second career as a teacher, became engaged to my best friend, and started planning my OWN big day. I took monumental trips, joined a church that I love, made the best of new friends, and was able to spend time with old friends, as well as family members, that I love more than anything.

Again, I have so much to be thankful for. And because I am better with photographs than with words, here are a few of favorite personal moments from 2015:

Thank you to everyone that has supported me throughout such a life-changing year! Readers, clients, friends, family members, acquaintances- I am so blessed to know you all! I honestly think 2015 was the best year of my life thus far, so I CANNOT WAIT for 2016- the year of our wedding, the year of more wonderful work, the year that (no matter what happens) will change my life. I cannot wait to share this next chapter with you all. 

See you next year.  

I recently went to the Iowa area to take this pretty lady’s senior photos. It was a BEAUTIFUL day with perfect weather and breath-taking locations on Savanna’s property. We were able to capture some great portraits and I’m happy to show them off! Here are a few of my favorites:

To Savannah and her family, thank you guys for being such a joy to work with! I hope you cherish these photos for years to come!

See all of you readers soon!

Josie has been SUCH an amazing client. We have been working together for MONTHS to document all of her wedding festivities, including her beautiful New Orleans engagement session featured on the blog a few months ago. Now that her and Anthony are officially husband and wife, I can finally share her gorgeous bridal photos with you all. Here are just a couple of my favorites:

Thanks for letting me play a small part in your journey guys! It has been such a pleasure working with you both!

Check back soon for Josie and Anthony’s wedding blog, which is sure to be amazing! Until then, here is a little preview of what’s to come from their dream wedding: