the journal

The Ostreum wedding venue is a eclectic and industrial spot within what used to be a Macaroni Factory established in the early 1900’s. It’s unique art deco features mix well with the original industrial architecture. The expose brick walls and fun light fixtures make it a unique choice among DFW’s many venues. It is also […]

Surrounded by 25 acres of woods Avalon Legacy Ranch Wedding venue is located 5 minutes from downtown McKinney. This place has a cozy feel to it, with several indoor spaces for your guests to gather, plus a covered back porch area for dinner and your reception. For a venue that is so close to the […]

There is nothing more Texas for weddings than a big white barn. Modern construction barns have a special place in my heart. The Cinnamon Barn Wedding and Event venue is a gem of a location just east of McKinney in Princeton. Close enough to DFW for it to be convenient for guests, but far enough […]

A Trinity River Audubon Center Wedding is perfect if you are looking modern venue enveloped in nature in the Dallas/Forth Worth area. This hidden gem is fabulous year round, but really shines between the end of March, and the middle of November, to best highlight all the natural elements. A bonus is this venue is […]

D’Vine Grace Vineyard wedding venue is my favorite spot in McKinney, and one of my favorites in all of Dallas/Fort Worth. This space is unique to North Texas because it truly feels like a fancy Italian villa/vineyard. The decor and details are all very classy and timeless. One of the highlights of this venue is […]

I love being part of planning a proposal, and this one was no exception. Proposals are tough in the sense that I have to be sneaky and give as much instruction as I can beforehand I have no control over how it goes during the moment, and the partner popping the question is usually full […]

Backyard weddings have a special place in my heart. Hosting an intimate ceremony/reception with your favorite people in your own space is so perfect. The historic home had modern touches and a lovely tree in the backyard for amazing filtered light for the ceremony. The thoughtful touches and lovely guests made it a perfect experience […]

You’re engaged! How exciting! I am so honored to be your photographer and am looking forward to capturing all the magical images of you and your soon to be spouse. This blog post is designed to answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding preparing for an engagement session, and will also offer some […]

Destination weddings are always a blast. Getting to travel and take gorgeous photos is a special combination. It is a huge bonus when the couple hiring you for their gorgeous Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding is two friends from college. Tori, Josh, and I all graduated from Baylor University’s Film and Digital Media Department. That is […]

Your bridal portraits is a great opportunity to put together your full bridal look before the big day! I get asked a lot of similar questions from brides preparing for their sessions so I wanted to put together a guide that outlines tips and preparation that I recommend for clients. When Should You Book Your […]