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The Days Are Long but the Years Are Short

Atlanta Candid Family Photographer and Videographer for Natural, In-Home & Outdoor Sessions

Hey there! Welcome to my blog.

I don’t blog on a strict schedule, but I do share things here when I have something worth talking about—recent family photography sessions, behind-the-scenes glimpses, tips for planning a documentary photography session, and some of the everyday moments that make family photos meaningful. If you’re looking for something specific, you can browse the search drop-down menu. And if you’re here looking for an Atlanta family photographer or videographer, hopefully you’ll get a good feel for how I approach family photography: relaxed, honest, and focused on your real life rather than perfectly posed moments.

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Atlanta Family Yearbook | A Year in the Life | Summer 2025

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Mugavero Family Photo Session in Kirkwood

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Atlanta Family Yearbook | A Year in the Life | June 2024

Candid photographs are magical. It’s that simple. Yes, my clients of course know they are being photographed, but the connections and personalities that shine through when they are just being themselves and I am making documentary family photographs are deliciously real. I don’t know how often I compose a documentary shot and think “Whelp…I just couldn’t have made that up,” because real life is the best! People, and families, are silly and complex, and while portraits are an important piece of history, the artful candids are so much more interesting.

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Orr Family Photography At Home in Decatur

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The Rich Family Summer Family Film in Kirkwood

As a videographer who specializes in capturing the warmth and authenticity of family moments, this session was nothing short of a dream come true. It's astounding how quickly time can slip through our fingers, and there's no better way to savor those last drops of summer than by immortalizing them on film.

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Rogers Family Videography Session + Family Film in Edgewood

I recently had a summer photo and video session with this really cool family, who is dear to my heart. I was honored to witness the birth of their youngest, who turned one year old that weekend. I love working with this family--their girls are hilarious, the baby is adorable, and the overall feeling of love is simply gorgeous.

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Johnson Family Photo Session in Collier Hills

I recently photographed this awesome family at a park in Collier Hills. I have been their family photographer for a few years now, and it's been great watching their family grow! Their newest family member is a few of months old, and oh so patient with his sweet big sisters!