How to Get One Great Picture of Your Kids in Under 60 Seconds

Let’s be honest—kids have the attention span of a caffeinated goldfish, and that’s on a good day. Every mom has attempted “just one nice picture” only to end up with blurry chaos, someone crying, and a toddler who suddenly forgets how to stand upright.But here’s the good news: you don’t need a whole photoshoot to […]

Liana’s Back to School Session

My first ever Back to School “Who They Are Today” minis could not have gone better, and sweet Liana was a huge part of that. These sessions aren’t about stiff poses or forced school photo smiles. They’re about capturing who your child really is, right now — the treasures they carry everywhere, the books they […]

Robby’s Back to School Session

I am so beyond happy with how my very first Back to School “Who They Are Today” mini sessions turned out. Everyone told me when my kids were little that it goes fast — and wow, they weren’t kidding. You blink, and suddenly they aren’t crawling into bed with you after a nightmare, or begging […]

Be the Banks: A Photographer’s Letter to Moms Letting Go

As a photographer, I’ve met a lot of parents. Some hover nervously during sessions, some try to coax “real” smiles out of their kids with bribery or goofy noises. And some just watch—soaking it in, quietly stunned by how quickly their child is growing up (this goes for toddlers to the graduating teen.) But it […]

A Storybook Moment in Our Spring Minis!

Helloooo all! I’m still absolutely beaming from our recent Spring Mini Photoshoot, and I just had to dedicate a special post to one of the shining stars of the day – the lovely Liana!

Golden Moments and Sticky Fingers: My First Cake Smash!

Okay, friends, let’s get real for a minute. This year is shaping up to be a year of firsts for me, and I’m loving every minute of it! As an Avondale, AZ based mom-tographer and, let’s be honest, a mom who’s starting to feel the pangs of those “little kid” years slipping away (hello, two […]

Capturing Milestones: A Girl Scout’s Journey

Free Mini Sessions for Girl Scouts in Desert Sunset I have the privilege of capturing special moments in people’s lives. This past fall, I had the absolute pleasure of offering free mini sessions to the Desert Sunset Girl Scouts. As a Girl Scout leader myself, it’s always heartwarming to see the girls’ enthusiasm and the […]

Fun Photoshoot at Petal Pix Studios: A Momtographer Review

Teen girl in purple flower

Hey there! I wanted to share an awesome experience I had recently that could be just what you need for some summer fun and a unique place to take your kiddo (child or teen) for photos. I took my daughter to Petal Pix Studios for her 16th birthday, and it was such a blast! This […]

Embracing the Unexpected: Newborn Photography

As a professional photographer, I’ve often found myself in various niches, capturing moments with beautiful senior graduate girls to amazing families, even pet photography. Yet, there were always a few areas I always told myself I would steer clear of—newborn photography was one of those. “Never say never”… I’ve come to realize just how true […]

West Phoenix, AZ Mobile Petting Zoo Spring Mini Photoshoot

baby goat photoshoot drinking from a bottle

I am an animal lover through and through. There aren’t many sweet animal babies that I don’t love. Baby farm animals are no exception with their adorable personalities, sweet little faces and exuberant personalities. The little guys at MM Services Petting Zoo are adorable and I mean really, really adorable! I am working with MM […]

Bringing The Fun With Props

Uh, I love props! I feel like props really show case a kid’s personality and make the photoshoot fun. I learned early on that if it’s not fun then kids don’t cooperate and you feel defeated. So, when my kids were younger I loved to set up props and take photos. I would do this […]