Are You Ready for a Moment of Soul Gazing? What was your first thought the last time you saw a picture of yourself? Not the polite answer.Not the one you think you’re supposed to say. The real one. For many of us, that first thought isn’t gentle. It’s not empowering. It’s not wrapped in self-love […]

Let’s face it—sometimes the world feels like a tangled ball of chaos yarn. And sometimes it’s not even the world at all, but our own inner one. Maybe everything on the outside is lining up just the way we planned. The boxes are checked. The goals are met. From the outside, it looks like things […]

Before we talk about outfits, posing, or where to stand—let’s talk about the thing I hear most often (because, I get it): “I’m not photogenic.”“I look bad in photos.”“I never like pictures of myself.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most people start here – me included. Being photographed often feels vulnerable, sticky, and […]

When was the last time your work felt like play? For me, it was a few weeks ago in the studio with Brooke from Hue in Asheville, NC (wait until the end to see my favorite image of this creative session!). Brooke is the owner and founder of Hue, an amazing color matching company. I […]

Here’s the thing, I love the holidays and Christmas, Thanksgiving, all of the possible holidays in between. For me, they’re perfect excuses. The excuse to play games with my kids. The excuse to make gingerbread houses and eat too much candy. The excuse to see people I only see once a year. But my favorite […]

This studio branding session in Asheville, NC with Allison of Cabin Time Games was the perfect blend of creativity, collaboration, and genuine connection. What began as a first-time (in person) meeting between us quickly turned into a warm, easy-flowing session filled with conversation, laughter, and aligned energy. A Bright + Approachable Studio Branding Session in […]

Hi friend, Let’s talk about something small that makes a big impact—your headshot. Whether you’re an entrepreneur in small but thriving Hendersonville, a real estate agent covering all of WNC, a therapist, or a fresh college grad making your mark in Asheville, chances are your first impression is happening long before you realize it. It’s […]

I know what you’re thinking when you step in front of my camera. Because I think it too. You’re worried about that one side of your face you’ve never liked, or that your smile feels too big, or that your arms don’t sit “right.” You’re wondering if you should’ve worn something else, or if your […]

Hi friends, Did you know that branding photography was something I accidentally stepped into? When I first started my studio, my goal was to be a Headshot Photographer for Asheville and Western North Carolina. I was going to be an awesome photographer, helping people feel comfortable and confident! I had my own stellar headshot and […]

Hi friends, I’m so honored that you’ve stopped by! Time is precious, and I’m so grateful you are sharing some with me. I’d love to briefly introduce myself to this new space! My name is Amanda, I live in Hendersonville, North Carolina. However, I can call myself an (almost) full native of Asheville, NC — […]