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Sometimes, you’re lucky enough to find a pal in your industry — and if you’re really lucky, that pal turns into a forever-friend. By all accounts, Amanda of JaneCane Photography is my “direct competition,” but we’ve never seen it that way. Her success doesn’t diminish mine; my light doesn’t dim hers. We’re each others’ biggest […]

  The Couple: Erica + Grant The Date: August 25, 2018 The Venue: Summit Chalet @ Lutsen Mountains The Photographer: Bailey   My Favorite Moments: I’m not sure you’ll meet a more genuine pair of humans. I still have warm fuzzies from Erica & Grant’s wedding last summer! SUCH. A FUN. CREW. Plus, Bennett the Chocolate Lab […]

  The Couple: Kayla + Ryan The Date: September 1, 2018 The Venue: The Barn at Five Lakes Resort in Frazee, MN The Photographer: Bailey   My Favorite Moments: We’re talking dream day: Glorious blue skies, vows whispered among tall pines, a boat with room for two. Kayla & Ryan’s day felt effortless, relaxed, and […]

When you’re on the rollercoaster of dream-chasing and dog hair sweeping and the other daily so-and-so’s, it’s easy to forget how far you’ve come. As someone who naturally looks to the future, birthdays are that perfect kick-in-the-booty, encouraging me to slow-the-hail-down-girl and recognize how far I’ve come. This year, I’m on a mission to savor […]

Betcha didn’t know this: I’ve offered Mentoring Sessions for over three years, BUT… Life got busy. I didn’t prioritize sharing them, even though I truly wanted to help creatives move forward! I also had a serious case of imposter syndrome: “Who am I to teach or mentor others? I’m not qualified. I don’t know enough. […]

As the Duluth chapter of The Rising Tide Society approaches its 3rd birthday, I realize I’ve never blogged about it (CRAZY!). Here’s what you need to know: The Rising Tide Society is a group of creative entrepreneurs meeting monthly in the spirit of community over competition. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month […]