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Being a Photographer in Bend, Oregon has been such a blessing. I’ve spent the most beautiful evenings documenting more families, couples, and breathtaking golden-hour senior photos than past me would have ever dreamed. I couldn’t feel more thankful for what I get to do on a daily basis and this joyful Senior Session is absolute […]

A Beautiful Golden Hour Senior Photos Session from here in Bend, Oregon

a girl with caramel color hair kneeling in tall grass field during golden hour senior photos session in bend oregon

If you are a photographer, I probably don’t need to remind you what tends to happen when we get on the other side of the camera. It’s as if our brain just decided to take a quick vacation and every posing tip, prompt, and direction goes out the window! After struggling with this for far […]

9 Fun New and Creative Poses for a Photographers Studio Headshots: Highlighting your Camera

Sunriver, Oregon… there has been no other place that instantly grants my mind and body relaxation. Call me biased, but there is a certain magic to this beautiful place that has yet to be matched. It could be the nostalgia from all of the early family vacations, but there is just something special about this […]

Find the Best Sunriver Family Photographers for this year’s very special session

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This graduating senior is a girl of many skills and talents. A dedicated athlete and an avid student, as we;; as a loyal friend, sister and daughter. But just by looking, there is one thing that you might not see. That special thing is her love for music and epic vintage record collection. While exploring […]

The Epic Vinyl Record Senior Photoshoot that Positively Rocked the Yearbook

girl wearing pink beanie and blue jean jacket, laying on her stomach next to record player, holding vinyl record album in front of her face during senior studio photoshoot

Could there be more of a defining University of Oregon landmark to take your Graduation Photos at than legendary Hayward Field? The way that the sun hits at golden hour made for the most inspirational glow on the infamous UO track and field facility. It was an absolute chef’s kiss moment for me and I […]

Distinguished Spring Graduation Photos at Hayward Field, University of Oregon Campus

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Don’t let some basic “yearbook requirement” extinguish that extraordinary personality of yours. Your Senior Photo Session should be as unique as your are! If you’ve been struggling to get out of the slump that “yearbook rules and guidelines” have put on this process, then i’ve got you. Here are 8 Fun and Unique Senior Photo […]

8 Fun and Unique Senior Photo Ideas to try at your Senior Session

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When Shelby reached out to me about booking a large family photoshoot at Smith Rock, I had not idea how special these days would be. She and I chatted for weeks about wardrobe, times and locations for her session. After a little back and forth we finally settled on a session at Smith Rock State […]

Smith Rock Family Photoshoot

red head extended family cuddling during smith rock family photoshoot

I’m sure the task of finding your ideal family photographer in Central Oregon can feel a little overwhelming. But, please don’t let those feelings of angst stop you from investing in your family photos and memories! It doesn’t have to be the staggering task that you think it is. Below I have shared a few […]

Finding your Family Photographer in Bend, OR

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Just because you may be on baby #3 does not make it any less special. You should absolutely be scheduling a maternity session for you and that sweet growing belly! There is also no reason why the whole family shouldn’t be involved as well. Let’s talk about scheduling a combined maternity + family photoshoot! More […]

A combined Maternity + Family Photoshoot at Smith Rock | Bend Family Photographer

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Months before winter hit, Shelby reached out to me about documenting her family photos for the holiday season. A few days later, her sister Ellie reached out to ask me to document a surprise proposal for Shelby!! I was so excited to be part of this surprise, especially because I got to share in all […]

Shelby & Octavio’s Magical Christmas Proposal

man in blue puffer coat kneeling on one knee during surprise Christmas proposal