70s Inspired Editorial Photoshoot | Sarah of Thirty Four and Vine | The Suite on Federal | Youngstown, Ohio

While winter blues are real, the desire to create as a photographer hits especially hard this time of year. Every January, I get filled with ideas and have the need to create work outside of my typical wedding work or family session. That spark, that fire and that need to feed my soul with some ounce of creativity and color is where this photoshoot originated from. Pair that with spontaneous brainstorming alongside my friend Sarah and we got some pretty dope photos out of it…

Jessica and Donald's Romantic Summer Engagement Session at The Rose Gardens and Mill Creek Park in Youngstown, Ohio

They told me it was their first professional photo shoot as a couple. I didn't believe them, partly because of how flawless they were THE ENTIRE SESSION, partly because I ALWAYS see photos of them on social media and partly because Jessica is a professional photographer. I've known Jess for a few years. We initially met because of our professions at a local creative entrepreneurs meeting with a group called the Rising Tide Society. If you follow me on social, you know I talk about this group... a lot. It's an amazing group to learn from, but even more amazing to develop authentic, beautiful friendships from. I'm so grateful I met Jessica at one of these meetings and have gotten to work with her a few times at weddings. She's just a sweet and kind human being! Throughout all of our time hanging out and working together, I've gotten to hear a lot about Donny. I couldn't believe our first official meeting was at their engagement session!…

Spring 2018 Youngstown Creative Entrepreneurs Headshot Swap at Buhl Park in Sharon, PA

I don't care if I sound like a broken record at this point, because this group is something I'm very passionate about! This awesome group is a part of the Rising Tide Society. Our Youngstown Tuesdays Together chapter is an incredibly strong group of creatives in our area that focus on community over competition. We meet up monthly to talk about business strategies while encouraging and support each other. I'm incredibly proud to be a part of such an incredible group of like-minded individuals and really encourage other local creatives to get involved in this group, too! It's a powerful tool and a great place to learn and grow….