Hi, I'm Amber!

I'm a central Illinois born & raised photographer with a passion to tell stories, whether it be through a 35mm lens or on pen and paper.  

Most of the time when I'm not working my other full-time job, I can be found traveling around the country with my family, sitting on the sidelines at wrestling or track meets watching my teenager, or roaming the aisles of Target shopping for nothing and everything at the same time.  Otherwise, I am in full loaf mode, relaxing on our couch in my yoga pants, drinking a cup of coffee and enjoying my umpteenth binge watch of Friends, Gilmore Girls, Parks & Recreation, or The Office.  I married my college sweetheart more than 18 years ago, and we have a very active almost thirteen year old who captures our hearts every day.  If I could be a crazy cat lady, I would adopt all the cats I could get my hands on -- I just love them!  I tell everyone my favorite letter is "C", because I love the Chicago Cubs, I shoot a Canon camera, my husband's name is Craig and, as you'll learn, I LOVE me some Coffee!  I love playing Sims 4, watching others play (Kelsey Impicchiche is my fave!), and taking walks outside to let the sunshine hit my face and reenergize me.

My style of photography?  Real.  Raw.  Moments focused.  Unposed.  Photojournalistic.  Documentary.  I am a visual storyteller who has a background in writing, and I use both skills to still-frame moments, rather than forcing it to exist.  My goal is to keep the process simple for you, your family, your wedding party... did I mention you?  I have a pretty loud personality, and I love to make people laugh, so expect to see that on the day of your session or wedding!  I love what I do and being able to share it with anyone who will give me the time... it's such a blessing.

I want your images to reflect YOU.  Your memories.  Your life.  Your reality.  I want your story to write itself -- to be an auto-biography in frame.