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….

Woodland Inspired Spring Styled Shoot in Canfield, Ohio

This shoot came about towards the end of winter when I was incredibly over the cold and snow. I just wanted greenery, beautiful flowers and all the lovely colors that comes with spring. I was also desperate to create SOMETHING. I didn't know what that something was going to be, until the idea popped into my head that I needed to make a dress. Ya'll. I can't sew very well and constructing an article of clothing just isn't my forte. But I had a vision, so naturally I told my mother and enlisted her help in making this vision something tangible. If you don't know, my mother is kind of a crafty genius. She has been able to make nearly everything I've ever asked her to and I'm so grateful that we get to create artwork together!..

Youngstown Photographers Spring Headshot Swap in Downtown Youngstown on Federal Street

What happens when you put seven local photographers together, fully equipped with cameras and cheesy one liners? The answer is a lot of laughter, light chasing, beautiful photos and weird looks from strangers.