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That Quiet Moment When Everything Shifts… You know that moment when you quietly decide, I’m done playing small? No big announcement. No dramatic rebrand. Just that grounded, internal knowing:“It’s time for my business to reflect the level I’m actually operating at.” One of my Sacramento branding clients hit that point earlier this year. She’d been […]

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Creating Something Deeper Than a Profile Picture If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I just need a quick headshot,” while simultaneously Googling “how to show up authentically online,” I see you. That’s exactly where so many of my Sacramento brand photography clients start. Many clients seek Sacramento Brand Photography to elevate their online presence. One […]

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If you’ve been thinking about brand photos but aren’t sure whether to go all in with a Signature Brand Session or start with a Brand Mini Session, you’re not alone. Choosing between a brand mini or signature session can be challenging. Both experiences are designed to help you show up confidently and strategically in your […]

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When I get on discovery calls with potential clients, they’ll usually start by sharing that they want new headshots. Once we chat more about their current struggles with marketing and how they want their business to feel online, I start to hear something deeper — that a full branding session might actually serve them better. […]

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When The Kitchen at Stonebrier first reached out about restaurant brand photography, they said something that stuck with me: “We’ve had our food photographed before—but what’s missing is the people.” That’s exactly where storytelling-driven restaurant brand photography comes in. The Kitchen at Stonebrier is a hidden gem—a beautifully designed restaurant tucked slightly off the beaten […]

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Posting every day for two months sounds exhausting, right? But what if that kind of consistency could actually make showing up easier—and more authentic? I decided to find out. In August, I made a promise to myself: post every single day on Instagram for 60 days straight. No skipping. No overthinking. Just showing up. This […]

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Why Sacramento Therapists Need More Than a Headshot Before I ever picked up a camera professionally, I was a licensed marriage and family therapist. I worked everywhere—schools, outpatient clinics, crisis evaluations, even supervising programs. I loved that work deeply. But I also craved more time at home with my kids. When COVID hit, everything shifted. […]

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As a Modesto brand photographer, when it comes to booking brand photos, most business owners I meet in Modesto say the same thing: “I know I need them… but I’ll wait until the timing feels perfect.” I’ve heard it so many times—and I totally get it. In fact, I’ve been there myself. When I first […]

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As a female solopreneur, you’re not just running a business—you are the business. Your personality, process, values, and presence are the very foundation of what you offer. And in today’s fast-paced digital space, one of the most powerful tools you can use to elevate your visibility and connect with your audience is branding photography. This […]

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Creating Intentional Imagery That Speaks to the Heart of a Therapy Practice with Therapy Brand Photography Before I picked up a camera professionally, I spent years as a licensed marriage and family therapist. That experience has shaped every part of how I approach therapy brand photography—especially when working with fellow therapists. I understand the nuances […]

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