event photography

Why I Don’t Offer a “Season Pass” — And Why That’s Intentional

Why I Don’t Offer a “Season Pass” — And Why That’s Intentional

Every season, I see new ideas and models pop up in the rodeo and equestrian photography world. One that’s been floating around recently is the “season pass” model—a prepaid package that guarantees riders a set number of images per event across the entire season.

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Painter with a Shutter

 Painter with a Shutter

There’s a unique kind of magic that happens when you look at the world through the lens of a camera. But what if you don’t just take photos? What if you paint with your shutter? That’s the space I want to live in — where photography transcends documentation and becomes an act of creation.

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On Labor, Legacy, and the Work That Lasts

On Labor, Legacy, and the Work That Lasts

Labor Day often gets summed up as a long weekend or a change of season—a goodbye to summer and a hello to fall routines. But beneath the barbeques and sales, there’s a deeper truth: Labor Day is about honoring work—the real, soul-filled kind that builds communities, tells stories, and sustains lives.

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Shooting My First Wedding in Two Years

Shooting My First Wedding in Two Years

If you know me, you know weddings aren’t really my niche. I don’t chase them. I don’t build packages around them. And truthfully? They’re a lot. A lot of hours. A lot of images. A lot of pressure. They come with high emotions, unpredictable light, tight timelines, and a whole new level of responsibility. And for someone like me—who values quiet observation and slow storytelling—they can also be stressful.

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The Sponsorship

The Sponsorship

Sponsorships aren’t something I throw around lightly. Let’s be honest—running a small photography business, especially one rooted in fine art and storytelling, isn’t exactly a get-rich-quick operation. Every dollar I spend is intentional. Every investment has to mean something. And this? This means a lot.

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When Client Work Isn’t the Whole Story — Honest Thoughts on Balancing Art and Business

When Client Work Isn’t the Whole Story — Honest Thoughts on Balancing Art and Business

For the past 14 years, I’ve built a photography business centered around client work. Sessions booked, galleries delivered, moments captured for others. It’s been my bread and butter—paying the bills, building relationships, and carving out a space for myself as a trusted photographer in my community.

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