​Photography gave me the voice when I did not know how to listen to, connect with or share my own. It was the vessel that enabled to take in the fleeting moments that made up our existence and convey the profound message and truth of that which was present. A gift - truly was a gift to be able to communicate in a way where words, wither written or spoken were not needed.

Then, there became a moment where my vessel for communication expanded. Not only did I have the insane connection to + gift of getting to share my photography with the world, I quickly found the written expression that came with the very photos and even more quickly, the courage to actually speak my truth, passion, purpose, way of thinking + ultimately living.

It took my quite some time (I’m talking years) to see where the two co-exist. For each expression to have its home and to stay within the boundaries of its their homes.

Truth is, without photography, I would not know written and spoken word. Without the full expression - I would not know the depths of photography that I know today.

Each one, not separate, yet the same.
Each one, creating insanely unique opportunities to share truth, in this very moment.
Each one, sharing stories - many times others, more recently my own.

These here are a very small percentage of the moments that I have had the insane honor + blessing of documenting over this past year. Being witness to others expression of truth and love. It in turn, holding space for me to connect with mine. That then in turn inspires me to hold space for others to do the same through my coaching.

Photography + coaching.
Coaching + photography.
We are together.
United.
Intertwined.
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A blessing I never knew would be, yet so deeply is that all I can do is bow in gratitude.
Thank you DEEPLY to my inspiring community!

Giddiness. It was present. 
It was felt. Completely. Fully. Throughout the entire experience. 
Heading up there for a few days.
The preparing for.
The arriving at.
The meeting in person.
The witnessing.
The documenting.
The joy.
The love.
The laughter.
The surprises.
The pristine expression.
The giddiness. 

I couldn’t edit their sneak peaks fast enough. The entire day was so intentionally thought out. Every detail.
Every expression.

One of the things that really ignited my passion and inspiration with this very wedding was the dedication to the preparation and the research, specially around photography. 

They thought about every detail and what resonated most deeply, the insanely amazing bride you witness here, went two days before the wedding, at the exact time around when we were scheduled to do sunset romantics to scout out the locations immensely. 

I woke to videos with 5 minute updates for the half hour around sunset. 

It was a gesture, to me, that brought a unification.

Their deep love and desire for badass sunset photos. Their immense dedication and research in ensuring they knew the perfect timing and location.

My connection to lightning, the “golden hour,” my couple at hand and the power of authentic, deep, present connection. 

Within these moments was that of deep breathing, embracing and holding close, this, this very sacred space and time together. 

I sent their sneaks while on their honeymoon and this was the reply I got, “OMG YOU ARE AMAZING! We just sat on out deck squealing at these photos! Absolutely STUNNING! Wow! Especially those sunset shots! Ahh you absolutely killed it!!! We can’t wait to see the rest!!😍😍” 

My reply, a voice note of me giggling that said, “That you for igniting such an inspiration within me. It was truly such a gift.” 

Congrats lovers! 

​Dream team : 
@kaylee_dawson & @_erikmartin
@miabellaweddingsandevents
@flowersbymaria
@bruce_barrios
@hairbyrandall
@matrimonyfilms
@uscedu
@walnutgroveweddings

Remember when I was in Florida? 

So deeply embedded in and inspired by being witness to one of my insanely badass clients turned friends in her own slice of divinity here on earth?

These here are just a few of the moments documented during her three hour lifestyle session - in her very own home, backyard, neighboring forest and favorite beach.

Throughout this entire experience, there was an all consuming vibration - one where every bit of my senses were heightened.

The reality of being in a new environment (for the first time), getting to travel for a passion, being around someone who lives life so deeply, fully, intentionally + emite that to everyone around her, engaging in enhancing conversations, having space and time for me, dedicating and entire day to working ON myself + my business. 

Reflecting back on my writings from this very time, a few of the words that caught me attention were these,

“What if you embraced all parts of you? 

Everything that has been? 
Everything that is? 
And an opening for everything that will be? 

Listen. Honor. 
Let your light shine. 
Let your truth be heard. 
Let your most authentic self radiate out into the world. 

You matter. 
You belong. 
Let ALL of you be you.” 

So, I leave you with this… 

What if you embraced all parts of you? 

Lea, thank you SO much for believing in me so deeply and fully and inviting me into your slice of divinity here on earth. You are truly such an inspiration. I am honored to know you, call you and friend and document your radiance. Keep shining my girl!