To me photography has always been about more than taking beautiful photos. It's about preserving the little moments that often go unnoticed, the laughter between poses, the way your kids naturally reach for your hand, and the genuine connections that tell your story. My goal is to create photographs that bring you right back to those moments every time you look at them. I want every session to feel relaxed, genuine, and full of joy so you can simply be present while I capture the memories you'll cherish for years to come.
The Beauty of Real Moments
More Than Just Your Photographer
Hi, I'm Carissa! I've been behind the camera for over 14 years, and I truly believe the best photos happen when you're simply enjoying the moment.
I'm a Jesus follower, wife to my high school sweetheart, and mama to four energetic boys who definitely keep life exciting. Being a wife and mom has shown me just how quickly life changes, and it's one of the biggest reasons I love what I do. Those little moments become the ones we miss most, and I feel incredibly honored to help families preserve them.
When I'm not behind the camera, you'll probably find me spending time at the lake, grabbing a coffee, shopping, scrapbooking, or making memories with my family and friends. I'm an extrovert at heart, so one of my favorite parts of this job is getting to meet new people and hear their stories.
My goal is to create a fun, stress-free experience where you feel comfortable being yourselves, because that's where the best memories are made. I want your session to feel natural and full of genuine connection so you can simply enjoy the moment while I preserve the memories you'll cherish for years to come.
Married to my high school sweetheart
Jesus follower
Mom to four energetic boys
Lake days are my favorite
Shopping is my guilty pleasure
Candid moments will always beat perfectly posed ones
Coffee while editing
Always chasing golden hour