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Eugene Oregon High School Senior Portraits: Michael, Class of 2026
What a fantastic senior session this was! As August is drawing to a close and back-to-school season is just around the corner, I thought this would be the perfect time to share another batch of high school senior portraits from earlier this year. I’ve been photographing Michael for probably over ten years now, ever since he was just a little guy, so it was extra special for me to be able to document this big milestone in his life. From little kid sessions to senior portraits…
Aug 24


Eugene, Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Romi!
Super excited about this one: Meet my newest little niece, Romi Capri! The Newest Member of the Family My little sister Lindsey and her husband Nainoa had their third baby in the spring—another girl! They kept the gender a surprise but since I was there to photograph the birth I was one of the first to find out that we had another little princess to add to our family girl clan. I couldn’t be more thrilled—and I’m not the only one. Big sisters Harbor and Oaklee are just obsess
Aug 10


Eugene Oregon Senior Portrait Session with Ariel
I always look forward to early spring at the studio, because it’s senior portrait season! I started out just doing newborn photography before I branched out into other types of sessions, and it still sometimes surprises me just how much I enjoy working with teenagers. It really is so much fun! Ariel’s Senior Portraits Ariel's mom really wanted a session to capture her beautiful daughter’s last year of high school. This is such a perfect time for portraits, whether you intend
Jul 23


Eugene Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Ethan!
Ashley, Jeff, and big sister Josie came in to my studio this spring with the newest addition to their family: Sweet baby Ethan! Reconnecting with Clients It was great to see this family again. I photographed Josie for them when she was a newborn, and I always love reconnecting with my families and seeing them grow. It makes me feel so happy and fulfilled when clients choose me over and over again. The fact that they are putting their trust in me to handle their most precious
Jul 9


Fun and Creative Senior Portraits in Eugene Oregon | Genevieve
This is what senior portraits look like when we let your personality lead! I had such a fun time with Genevieve capturing a moment in her senior year that shows off her awesome creativity and the fun, artistic side of her personality. Portrait of an Artist as a Young Woman Genevieve is an artist and wanted her senior portraits to showcase her passion for painting. I always love highlighting the things that make each person unique. I think this is one reason I love senior sess
Jun 23


Eugene, Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Bohdynn!
My last newborn session of 2025 was with one of my favorite families. This is the third baby I have photographed for Jesika and Mike and it is such a beautiful experience every time. They make the most adorable children! It was so fun to have this couple back in my Eugene, Oregon studio. I love reconnecting with my families and it’s such a privilege to watch them grow and to be there for some of the most important moments of their lives. Best Friends It was especially fun to
Jun 9


Eugene OR Studio Photoshoots for High School Seniors | Jackson's Senior Session
Who would have thought that after photographing mostly newborns the last 14 years, I would enjoy working with teenagers so much? This senior session with Jackson was the perfect way to close out 2025—looking to the future with confidence and intention. His look says it all! Jackson came to my Eugene Oregon portrait studio for a Petite Senior session. These streamlined sessions include just a single backdrop and one outfit. But as you can see, we can still play with the look a
May 22


Eugene Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Mayari!
I’ve been so excited to meet this baby girl ever since I did her parents’ maternity sessions (one at a local rose garden and one in my studio here in Eugene, Oregon). It was wonderful to see Jessica and Nino again and to document this exciting next chapter of their family’s story: the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Mayari! Mayari really was absolutely gorgeous, with a full head of dark hair and the sweetest little face. Mom and Dad wanted pinks and purples so we picked
May 8


Eugene Oregon Maternity Photographer: Studio Session with Amanda and Nathan
Such a beautiful studio maternity session with this stunning mama-to-be! Pregnancy has a power all its own, and she wears it with the kind of grace that feels iconic. She was absolutely glowing in these images! Amanda and Nathan were hoping for an outdoor session, but November in Oregon is a little unpredictable. Sometimes the weather is gorgeous, and sometimes it’s more…wet and drippy. We were hoping for some late-autumn sunshine but the weather was not on our side. On the d
Apr 24


Eugene Oregon Newborn Photographer: Welcome Finley!
It was so lovely seeing Ashley, David and Simon in the studio again and to welcome new baby brother Finley! We had such a fun session with this little guy. Snuggled Up and Dreaming Big Finley’s parents preferred neutral colors, so we used lots of whites, grays, and soft blues. I love the tranquil, dreamy look of colors like these. And Finley was amazing through the entire session, peaceful and perfect. He slept most of the time so he made it very easy to get the most adorable
Apr 10
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