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A creative mind
Alana Barrell is not a typical artist. She has a mind like no other and the beautiful paintings she creates are an expression of her unique outlook on life. It’s in part due to being raised in South Africa, Singapore, Ethiopia, and Brunei throughout her childhood, but it’s in part due to the fact that she lives with schizophrenia.
manoir blackswan photoshoot
What I loved about shooting at Manoir Blackswan so much was how every room had it’s own unique personality. The house is filled with these elaborate antiques curated perfectly by its owner.
Old Hollywood pool shoot
Loved doing this Old Hollywood inspired photoshoot for Jenn's 38th birthday! This hard working mom needed a break from her husband and kids for a day where she got to play dress-up, drink champagne and float in a private pool.
Glam Quotes to live by
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” - Maya Angelou
The perfect revenge
Revenge Photoshoot
(noun)re·venge/rəˈvenj/ pho·to shoot/ˈfōdō SHo͞ot/
The process of self exploration during a glamour or boudoir photoshoot after exiting a toxic relationship. The perfect re-entry onto social media that says “F*ck the past & the haters, I’m ready for an exciting new future – done my way.” It’s a coming out party for your bad-a** self.
Turning 50
[ or how women only get better with time ]
“It’s not like 50 is the new 30. It’s like 50 is the new chapter." Sharon Stone
Birthdays deserve to be celebrated and big birthdays should be immortalized! When Jennifer reached out to celebrate her 50th in front of the camera, I knew it was going to be a special kind of photoshoot. I had worked with her 10 years ago and I couldn’t wait to play catch-up.
Sex in the City: Paris Dress
I remember when I first saw this dress Carrie Bradshaw wore in “Sex in the City” Parisian finale and I fell in love. The ruffles, the extravagance, the drama, I wanted it all. For years I looked for versions of this dress in store but with no luck. Then one random day I found this beautiful grey ruffle fabric that was close as I’ve ever seen before and I bought as much as I could carry.
Family glamour
Family photoshoots don’t have to be just when your kids are small. And they don’t have to be only white t-shirts and jeans.