At-home newborn shoots allow us to plenty of candid photos of the baby in “real life” alongside a few posed shots.

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5 zero waste products worth buying

All these products are made with biodegradable materials and they come packed in compostable packaging. They are safe for the environment, natural and non-toxic for my body, and they will not end up sitting in a landfill

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Father's Day

Dads are our superheroes! There’s nothing like a dad teaching a toddler to fly; and there’s nothing like a photo to distill the feeling of complete trust and utter elation on that kiddo’s face.

The #1 simplest way to go zero-waste: coffee and tea

One of the simplest zero-waste transitions I've made so far has been to buy loose leaf tea rather than tea bags, and to eliminate coffee filters by using a French press.

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Memorial Day

"Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them." -Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Reusing old bottles for vases

An easy and aesthetic way to reuse glass bottles is to make them into plant vases.

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Beach season has begun!

We started the session off with some cute portraits but by the end of the session, they were making up their own silly candid poses (the last one is my fav)! Such a great way to begin the beach season!

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Zero Waste House Cleaning

Since going zero waste, we now have a few better alternatives to cleaning our house.

Mother's Day Sessions

When we celebrate Mom, we honor a legacy....Being able to capture those real-life moments is what captivates me and motivates me in the craft of photography.

How to propagate succulents

I can confidently tell you this; you don't need a yard to have a garden. This is a look into my urban garden and a guide to propagating succulents.

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Favorite Charleston Locations for Photo Sessions

There are a few locations in the Charleston area that I LOVE to shoot at. I am happy to travel to you if you have some place specific in mind, but if you are looking for that perfect look and unsure where to go, here are a few suggestions.

Tidying up: closet overhaul

Organize by style, and type of article. Example: all the shoes together in one area, all the pants together, all the dressy shirts together, etc.

What to wear to your photo session

One of the most frequently asked questions I get in regards to photo sessions is "What should we wear?" ...... I have 3 simple tips to help you and your loved ones pull off a stylish cohesive look for a timeless portrait session!

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The wondrous library and 10 other FREE, ZERO-WASTE ways to entertain yourself

In addition to saving money and diversifying reading topics, by frequenting the library I was also able to reduce waste and eliminate clutter around our minimalistic home.

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The Adams Family

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DIY Natural Zero-Waste Makeup Remover

The most recent product I've switched over to zero waste is makeup remover + wipes.

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The Krohn Family

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Konmari Method Folding Technique

The Konmari Method is a way of folding and organizing textiles so that they are neat and tidy, and you can see every article at a glance.

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The Beaubien Family

Every photo shoot, like every family, has its own story, and one of my favorite parts about my job is getting to witness the uniqueness of the people I shoot.