
Let It Snow Sessions 2025 — A Holiday Favorite Every year when December rolls around and the air starts to feel a little colder, I’m reminded just how special these sessions have become. Nashville usually gets its first snow AFTER the New Year – so this holiday mini session traditions always help enhance the felt […]

Why Family Photos Still Matter With Older Kids Family photos matter in those elusive tween & pre-teen years. (Yes, even when your calendar already looks impossible) With 10+ years of family photography experience, I’ve noticed a common trend:as kids enter the “tween” era, parents often stop booking family photos. Is it the busier schedules? Sure—that’s […]

As a family photographer in Franklin, TN, I’ve learned that sessions with little kids (and pets… and even more pets) are basically the most delightful kind of chaos. And honestly? That’s my favorite part. For this sweet session, we met at the family’s home — and right away, I knew it was going to be […]

As a family photographer in Franklin, TN, I’m always drawn to places that let families simply be themselves. This gorgeous tree-lined path is one of those spots — quiet, natural, and full of little pockets of light that make every session feel easy and connected. For this session, I photographed a wonderful family with two […]

Why Percy Warner Stairs is Perfect for Fall Family Sessions If you’re looking for a gorgeous spot for fall family sessions in Nashville, Percy Warner Stairs should be at the top of your list. The mix of lush trails, historic limestone steps, and vibrant autumn foliage makes it ideal for families who love outdoor photos […]

If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you could bottle up the everyday — flour on the counter, little hands helping, cookies in the oven — an in-home baking session in Nashville might be just what you’re looking for. This session took place a couple of years ago to celebrate a sweet two-year milestone. Instead of […]

The Best Outdoor Summer Photo Locations Franklin TN Has to Offer If you’re planning summer family photos and wondering where to go, I’ve got you covered! As a Franklin, TN family photographer, I’m sharing some of my very favorite outdoor summer photo locations that are available throughout July and August (and sometimes into September and […]

Flower Garden Family Session | Nashville Family Photographer There’s something extra magical about a flower garden family photo session in Nashville. Maybe it’s the golden light pouring in just before sunset…Maybe it’s the way the flowers make everything feel like a storybook…Or maybe it’s how kids come alive when they’re surrounded by butterflies and blooms. […]
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