Photographing All the Things

I had always enjoyed taking pictures as a kid, but it was never on my radar as a “job.” When my husband gave me that camera, everything changed. I was thrilled to have this outlet that brought me joy from the get-go. 

And when I had my first paid gig as a high school reunion photographer, I was hooked. I started taking every opportunity I could get, from senior pictures to product photography. Everyone deserves the chance to have their special moments caught on camera.

I delight in capturing candid moments that show a person’s true self. And I love getting photos that show the eyes. They always speak the truth, and they invite a level of genuine connection that is so powerful.

Eventually, I began pursuing macro photography. This practice involves taking close-up pictures of anything from flowers to shoes. And this sparks all the joy for me!

Macro photography brings hidden details to light and makes even an ordinary item seem extraordinary. Some of my happiest moments are spent outside with my camera when the clock doesn’t matter, and I can just explore while snapping photos. 

When I was young, I remember writing a story about my friend and me shrinking down and going on adventures. I loved the idea of being little so that everything else would look enormous. So I guess macro photography fits right in. Taking time to see the importance of the small things in life is a beautiful thing.