for Adventurous & Introverted Couples Badlands National Park is a hidden gem for couples who want an intimate, adventurous, and private elopement. Unlike the bustling crowds of Yosemite or Rocky Mountain National Park, the Badlands offers a peaceful, breathtaking landscape where you can exchange vows in solitude. If you’re an introverted couple seeking a meaningful […]

The Golden Hour Opportunity! Lighting is everything in photography. That’s my theory anyway! I always love taking photos, but when the golden hour light gets super dreamy, dramatic, or wild, my creativity goes through the roof. I’ve been doing this for 20 years, but it’s only in the last five that I have truly experimented with different lighting techniques […]

This may be off the beaten path of photography, but I think it’s really important to address mental health in whatever facet of life you are in. It seems that there is a stigma that creatives are more susceptible to suffering from depression and anxiety. Coupled with a rural isolated lifestyle, it never hurts to […]

Taking great cattle photos can be easier than you think. While having a professional photographer available for important shoots is critical, to be effective, marketing you need to market year-round. Utilizing your own skills to capture the shots you need can significantly advance your marketing efforts. By mastering basic photography techniques, you can ensure a […]

In today’s marketing world, as a registered producer, you are always looking for new ways to stand out and showcase your cattle and operation to find the right buyers. There are many ways to do this but having high-quality photos to draw from is often the best place to start. Marketing is something that MUST […]

The Anderson Ranch An all-day family shoot is a unique opportunity to capture the beauty of the day-to-day experience at your ranch while boosting your brand presence. These images not only capture the lifestyle of your family, your land, and your legacy for you to hold onto for generations but also create content to leverage […]

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links, at no cost to you. Elevate your photography by learning the advantages and limitations of using a prime lens over a zoom lens. In this tutorial, I will explain what a prime lens […]

A stunning location off the beaten path. Paige & Pierce As a native Montana photographer, I have searched the state for beautiful areas largely unknown to the public. Montana’s landscape is incredibly diverse, with real gems often hidden away in the less-traveled regions. Contrary to popular belief, the state offers more than just glacier-style mountains; […]

Recently I was asked the question, “When I will stop feeling so much anxiety about photoshoots or just starting something new in general?” As a photographer, each day brings new challenges constantly coming up with new ways to express myself creatively. Starting a new photography business was exhilarating, but steeped with the daily challenge of […]