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Bride and groom enjoying each other after First Look at Legacy Acres in Conway Arkansas

The Bridal Suite

How to Get Your First Look to Go Smoothly

There are so many moving parts on a wedding day–we need the First Look to go smoothly! So many benefits lie behind doing a First Look with your future spouse on your big day. The First Look can help to reduce nerves, have a more relaxed day, and even allows me to do more artistic […]

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a man and a woman in love wedding day in gray suit and white wedding dress

The Bridal Suite

Investing in Your Wedding Photographer

Investing in your wedding photographer for one of the greatest celebrations of your life is one of the first things many couples do after getting engaged. The big day will be here before you know it! I know you are looking to book a few vital vendors, such as your planner, venue, and photographer. I […]

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Weddings

Trapnall Hall Wedding

This fall Trapnall Hall Wedding was absolutely gorgeous and this venue is perfect for small intimate weddings. Faith and Datuan were one of my couples affected by the pandemic of 2020 and decided to go ahead and keep their original wedding date and get married on the lawns of this gorgeous location in Little Rock […]

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Engagements

A Fort Worth Engagement Session

Nicole and Micah Guys, Fort Worth Engagement sessions at the Dallas Botanical Gardens are a dream come true! I’ve explored endless gorgeous locations for sessions and met countless incredible couples. Sometimes the locations are the standout of a session. Sometimes couples easily steal the spotlight. Every now and then, a location and a couple fit […]

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husband and wife sharing a sweet moment with each other during their elopement at petit jean state park in arkansas

The Bridal Suite

Should I Elope?

To elope of not to elope? That is the question! Elopements and small weddings have been on the rise this year, especially with the mandates in place on the number of people gathered inside a venue (remember let’s #stopthespread!) 2020 has been the year of pivoting–in all ways in our lives! There are many reasons […]

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Bride and groom dancing in Sassafras Springs Vineyard during their Fayetteville wedding

Weddings

Sassafras Springs Vineyard Wedding

Ashlyn+Jed Ashlyn and Jed’s Sassafras Springs Vineyard Wedding in Northwest Arkansas was absolutely perfect. Ashlyn and Jed exchanges gifts during their No-Look First Look. They exchanged wedding gifts– a series of love letters that they wrote to each other over a 10-year span. They didn’t even know that they were writing them to each other! […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

About Nancy

Capturing the moments that mean the most to you so you can enjoy them for years to come is both a privilege and an art that I hold dear. I am more than a photographer; I am the encouraging smile and memory preservationist on one of the most magical days of my couples' lives, spanning across the globe.

The joy and honor of being a part of your wedding day extend beyond borders. Whether it's a local celebration or an international destination, I consider it a beautiful privilege to document the moments that unfold during this significant chapter of your life. Your love story is unique, and I take pride in being the visual storyteller who crafts it into a narrative that you can relive and cherish for years to come.

Published and recognized for both film and digital photography, I bring a wealth of experience to ensure that every moment, every glance, and every emotion is captured with the utmost care and artistry. Your wedding day is not just an event – it's a masterpiece in the making, and I am dedicated to turning each moment into a brushstroke on the canvas of your love story.

Let me be the conduit through which your magical day is transformed into a gallery of memories, a collection of art that transcends time. I am here to capture the moments that resonate with you the most, so you can relish them, share them, and let them be a source of joy for years to come.

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Something Beautiful

Embark on a magical journey with me as we create a breathtaking and unforgettable celebration of love visually. Let's weave together imagery of beauty and joy that will be etched in your hearts forever.

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