I am a professional portrait and event photographer based in Barrington. My focus is beauty portraits, families, and branding. I help my clients by capturing moments in time that will be treasured for years to come. I design luxe albums and gorgeous wall art that tells their story through meaningful photographs. I also photograph parties, fundraisers, corporate and political events, and fashion events.

I love reading, watching movies while enjoying a bowl of hot buttered popcorn and some ice cold Waterloo, road trips through the mountains with my family, laughing with my girlfriends, and obsessing over photos and videos of my son from birth to now. I also love attending photography conferences and classes, and designing portrait session ideas.

I used to be quite the line dancer, and I even won some dance contests years ago. I still have the boots I wore during my wedding reception.

I was born in Michigan, but I grew up in Schiller Park, and the surrounding towns. I moved to Barrington 27 years ago when I married my sweetheart.

For this child I have prayed, and YHWH has granted my petition.

1 Samuel 1:27

Do your research, make educated plans, and remember that plans change. Don’t let fear, imposter syndrome, or lack of support deter you from following your path.

It sounds cliche, but don't compare yourself to others; it can be detrimental to your progress.

I love that we all come together to support and share our ideas with each other. It’s not just getting together with friends, it’s getting together with friends that are also business owners and professionals. MBA isn't about networking, it’s about learning alongside and from each other.

Tomorrow is never promised, so always tell your loved ones you love them.

Get in the photos, and be sure to print them. Your people will be grateful to have pictures of you.