Behind the Camera and Palette
Hi there! I am the artist behind the camera and palette. I have been a professional photographer since 2010 and now a live wedding painter! I preserve your best memories on canvas, and capture your finest moments through an artistic lens.
Art has always a part of my life. As a child, creating art is where I thrived. I went to Kent State University for Graphic Design. During summers in college, I was a caricature artist at an amusement park drawing people day in and day out. I loved it! After college, I stayed in the marketing and design industry for 15 years, but somehow along the way it just happened. I fell in love with photography and found so much fulfillment in portraits, especially weddings. In 2016, I made the jump to go full time with photography!
In 2022, I shot a destination wedding and while I was touring the venue, I noticed a woman with an easel. I had never seen this before in my market area and was instantly intrigued. I spoke to her and found out she was a live wedding painter. I thought about that moment for many months. I knew had to be part of this small niche in an industry that I already love. It was a surreal moment for me and I had to pursue it.
When I'm not shooting or painting, I am with hanging my family and friends, snuggling my dog, gardening, cooking or traveling. In my opinion, I have the coolest job in the world. I feel grateful that I get to do what I love while raising two daughters with my husband.
I'd also like to mention another very important part of my life - you! Whether you've been with me since the beginning, or you just recently joined in on my journey, thank you for being my friend! From the bottom of my heart, know that I cherish your encouragement, feedback, support and friendship.
Thanks for visiting my site!