Justin & Olamide's Nigerian Ceremony

Justin & Olamide's Beautiful Traditional Nigerian Ceremony This couple got to celebrate for a whole week end as they blended two wonderful cultures into one. Saturday evening was a traditional Nigerian ceremony, to which I had never attended before so I was incredibly excited! This gathering was for families to meet and give blessings to the new...
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Justin & Olamide

Justin & Olamide What an incredible couple these two are! They spent their gorgeous summer wedding at Rolling Meadows Ranch where each part of the location breathed light into the moment. Their celebration began the night before during their traditional Nigerian wedding ceremony where friends and family from across the country and even out of th...
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Jamito Family

This loving family has been a welcomed edition into my life this past year. They are kind and hardworking people and working with Clare this year encouraged me in so many ways. They are welcoming a new little girl into their lives and I couldn't be more excited for them! Enjoy some of these favorites from their Caesars Creek summer session.
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Samuel & Emily's Summer Wedding

This bright summer wedding was so filled with family connection and love. Emily & Samuel sewed into the fabric of their day those who mean so much to them. Emily wore purple in honor of her grandmother and carried her purple rosary. Samuel also honored someone close to his heart, his grandpa Armando, by carrying his pocket watch. The wedding site w...
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Ashley & David's Engagement

The evening was calm when I met with Ashley & David, even though there were storms brewing in towns near by. They were ready to come out even if it rained! My kind of people:) We met at the place David proposed to Ashley in Springboro at the Diane Sycamore Reserve. Secluded and quiet we had it to ourselves. We had a good time down in the creek and...
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Bishop Family Love

That golden hour proved it's worth with these! We ran an played hide and seek in the setting sun. I am so glad to have these moments with loved ones. Not only is this a moment for them but a moment for me. This little family I have seen grow from the 5th grade when friendship began and then through high school where the love first started. Now with...
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Loving Your Wedding Planning! Tips for the Bride and Groom

Love Your Wedding Planning Besides being a photographer, I am also a high school art teacher. In that career I help others find their creative voice and make something that can be displayed for others to experience. Each student being unique in their ideas and feelings toward the project. There are always those that stare at the blank page and sho...
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