I like to say photography found me—and I’m so grateful it did. I’ve always been drawn to beauty, connection, and creative expression. After picking up my first DSLR camera in 2009 to photograph my own children, what began as a personal passion quickly became something more. Friends started asking me to photograph their families, and by 2011, Simply Joyful Moments was born. A year later, I photographed my first newborn and instantly fell in love with the art and intimacy of those early days. Since then, I’ve had the honor of photographing over 500 newborns and countless growing families. It’s still the greatest joy to watch clients return year after year, documenting each new season with intention and heart.

I'm married to my high school sweetheart—we met when I was 14 and have been inseparable ever since. After 20 years as a proud Army wife, I now embrace the title of military retiree’s wife with gratitude. Together, we’ve raised four incredible children. Our daughter is in her 4th year at UGA, our oldest son is at commercial flight school out in AZ, and our two youngest boys are navigating high school life. This chapter feels beautifully bittersweet, and it's what inspires me even more to help families preserve memories that matter.

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me chasing sunshine, planning our next adventure, or on the soccer field for my weekly co-ed league game. I’ve lived nearly seven years in Germany and have traveled to 24 countries (and counting), but I also find so much joy in everyday moments—taco nights, bubble baths, and long drives with the windows down and music turned up. I’m a mix of list-making planner and spontaneous spirit, always trying to soak in this beautiful life with both structure and soul.