A portrait comes from an idea. A desire to remember. Not really the act of taking the photo but rather, the why we are taking the photo. That reason can be and is usually a very powerful one. The birth of child or the death of a loved one. One single portrait can often tell the story of a lifetime.

You don’t have to be just one thing and your portrait session should reflect that! Wear what makes you feel great, definitely your favorite jeans, but also, don’t be afraid to experiment!.. The possibilities are endless!

Dia de los Muertos photography session

Beauty is complex. Something that emanates from the mind. The heart. But, beauty is also brown and black.

The best accessory you can bring to any photoshoot is a beautiful smile.

I gave myself some time before I sat down to edit. Eventually I began to smile at Mia’s smiles. I remember when she was just a tiny little middle schooler. Is she really about to graduate from high school?