Ironically… I’ve spent years capturing moments for families, knowing full well how quickly they slip away...
...and somehow I didn’t notice my own seasons passing until they were already gone.
Lately, I’ve been getting hit with these little moments — the kind that sneak up on you while you’re watching your baby give a speech in front of his whole school or tripping over tiny high heels in the hallway — moments that make you stop and think, “When did we get here?”
And honestly… it’s been hitting me harder than I expected.
I’ve spent years behind the camera capturing other people’s babies, toddlers, milestones, chaos, and joy... knowing full well how precious that time is, how fast it disappears, how suddenly you look up and a whole season is gone.
But I guess it’s different when it’s your own kids. Your own season.
Somehow, mine have grown up right in front of me, and it feels like I blinked and lost a whole chapter.
Now I’ve got:
- A middle schooler who talks about college plans and an NBA career with the confidence of a man who’s already secured sponsorship deals.
- Two elementary boys who are diving into drama, art, soccer, and every creative outlet they can find, announcing new passions like they’re releasing personal press statements.
- And my not-so-baby babygirl, who is only 2.5 but fully prepared to debate me like a seasoned attorney.
And there’s this uncomfortable, ironic truth I’ve had to sit with:
I’ve spent so much time documenting everyone else’s memories… that I didn’t realize how quickly I was losing track of my own.
It’s humbling. It’s emotional. And, honestly, it stings a little.
The Heart of This Change
Over the last couple of years, through full schedules, long nights editing, juggling a full house, and trying not to drown in laundry (I've given up on that battle) I’ve learned something I probably should’ve known all along:
I’m a mama first.
And it’s not that I love this business any less. Quite the opposite.
The families I’ve photographed — some since the very start — mean so much to me. Sometimes being the first "outsider" to hold your newborns, seeing your kids growing up, watching your stories evolving, your trust in me… it’s been one of the greatest gifts of my adult life. I don't think I can ever really put into words how much you and your families mean to me.
But my kids’ schedules?
They are made of unpredictability, chaos, and the occasional plot twist. Booking months in advance has become nearly impossible because, well… so is predicting my household. Who knows what sports we'll be playing next season or which part of the state my children's personal Uber (yours truly) will have to get them to next.
The last thing I ever want to do is message someone with,
“Hey, I’m so sorry, but something came up… can we reschedule?”
It makes my stomach drop even thinking about it.
This business was built so I could show up for my family — not miss their moments because I was too busy capturing everyone else’s.
And I want to honor both: my family and the families who trust me with their special moments.
What This Means Moving Forward
Starting in 2026, I’ll be opening my calendar in a more intentional, realistic way:
I’ll release my availability month-by-month (or a couple months at a time).
This lets me be present with my kids, making sure I can prioritize being at ball games, school events, you name it, while still offering consistency and clarity for you.
And because full-transparency is kind of my thing:
My email list will always hear it first.
They’ll get the dates — first dibs, first choice — before anything ever hits social media.
Partly because it’s the fairest system.
Partly because, let’s be real, I don’t always have the time (or energy) to keep my social pages updated.
Anything still open after my email list has their pick will be shared on Facebook and Instagram.
I know some of you are planners and still prefer to book far in advance — I get it. I used to be a planner too… and then I had four kids each accompanied by their own chaotic schedules. Life has a funny way of humbling you. These days, I barely know what’s happening two weeks from now, much less two months or (God forbid) six months out.
BUT if you do have something that truly needs advance planning — maternity sessions, special events, family visiting from out of town, please still reach out. Even if my calendar isn’t open that far ahead, I’ll always do my best to accommodate you in advance.
A Thank You That Comes Straight From My Heart
If you’ve trusted me with your family over the years, if I’ve watched your babies become big brothers or sisters, or your toddlers become little people with big opinions and missing teeth — thank you.
You make this business possible. There would be no 1015 Photography without you.
You’ve allowed me to grow, to learn, to make mistakes, to evolve.
You’ve let me into your homes, your happiest days, your milestones, your chaos, your joy.
And I don’t take that lightly.
I'm ugly crying as I'm typing this if that tells you anything.
This shift isn’t just about scheduling.
It’s about building a life that aligns with what matters most — my kids, my clients, and the work I love so deeply. Family is at the core of it all. Not just mine, but yours also.
I’m hopeful. I’m grateful. A little emotional. And honestly, really proud of the direction this is going.
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