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Do’s and don’ts for your Michigan Summer senior portraits Summer in Michigan is awesome! Lakes, flowers, sunshine, cute downtowns & more. It is my favorite time for senior portraits since it’s the time of year that our weather is the most reliable (which is rare), there’s no school and life just feels a little less […]

Brianna – Graduate from Madonna University I love seeing my past high school senior graduates again when they graduate from college! It is so much fun to get an update and see where they are now and hear about their future plans! Brianna graduated from Madonna University in Livonia and is excited about her future […]

Client spotlight – Fortson Dentistry office employees I was contacted by the lovely Katie at Fortson Dentistry because they are updating their website. They needed new headshots for their employees at three different offices. Since they had recently done to updates to their offices, Katie wanted to do the shoot on location and use their […]

What to wear series – senior girl dresses edition Most senior girls choose to wear at least one dress for their senior pictures, although it is NOT mandatory if it’s not your thing. So let’s chat about the different options, what to look for when you’re shopping, what works and what to avoid. Let’s start […]

The location you choose for your senior pictures plays a huge role in the overall vibe and style of your final images. Whether you’re going for relaxed and natural, bold and edgy, or something totally unique, picking the right spot sets the tone. Here are a few things to consider when deciding where you want […]

If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, creative professional or just updating your online presence you’ve probably come across both headshots and branding photography terms. While they may seem similar on the surface, they serve different purposes and offer distinct benefits. So what’s the difference between a headshot and branding photography, and how do you know […]

I’m flattered that Jan and her Mom traveled from the west side of the state to come to my studio for acting and modeling headshots. Jan was also excited that she was missing school! 😉 She’s a natural and did such a great job! When I do acting headshots, I recommend bringing a variety of […]

I just LOVE seeing my past high school seniors again! It’s so much fun after photographing them for their senior pictures to get to catch up, hear what they’ve been up to and where they are headed! Congratulations to Julia for graduating from U of M’s Ross Business School! I wish her the best of […]

Greenhills high school senior, Mason was a pleasure to photograph. He’s laid back and easy going and did a good job of mixing some personal touches into his senior pictures, including a shirt that his Mom had bought before he was born! Meet Mason! Cats or dogs? DogsFavorite band? JuceWhat’s your superpower? KindnessPineapple on pizza? […]

ai headshots a do or don’t? Artificial intelligence (AI) headshots are popping up on LinkedIn and across the Web and can produce “professional” headshots in seconds. That kind of convenience is appealing. I’m a professional photographer who photographs headshots and personal branding, so let’s talk about it! I believe that if you’re serious about your […]