After not having time for pictures during their RRHS Homecoming, cheerleaders Cailyn, Taylor, and Lily prepared for a photo shoot in New York’s Times Square. Thanks to Gab Mariella’s hair and makeup, they shone despite nerves, attracting crowds who mistook them for celebrities. This impromptu session became a trip’s highlight. Join us next?

Competitive youth sports often attract entitled parents living through their children, yet my experience taught me responsibility, inclusivity, and the value of hard work. The lessons learned, enduring bonds formed, and fun had made sports an invaluable part of my upbringing and family life.

A photographer reflects on her empowering experience with an extraordinary but shy client, Kristy, which inspired them to share their work broadly, resulting in a published piece. They encourage others to take risks and value their unique contributions.

A photographer reflects on a lifeguarding job that revealed a talent for teaching, shaping their approach to coaching clients in posing for photographs. Different techniques create optical illusions and are employed to craft a beautiful and natural images, reinforcing the idea that photos can indeed lie, but with purposeful and skilled guidance.

After resolving to voice positive thoughts, this person discovered the uplifting power of compliments. They learned to counteract negative self-talk and realized their value. Their photography serves as an extension of this practice, visually amplifying affirmation, and fostering self-esteem in both their subjects and themselves.

A mother reflects on her son’s journey from infancy to the brink of college, treasuring each stage and mourning the passage of time. As she contemplates the shift in her life, she cherishes the memories captured in pictures and expresses a mix of joy and sorrow, encouraging her son to build on his dreams as he steps into adulthood.

As summer ends, high school seniors gear up for their final year, eagerly anticipating senior photo shoots. The photographer offers tailored preparation tips for wardrobe and styling. Emphasizing fun, the photographer to make unique, representative portraits that capture this milestone life season.