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Philosophy

Capturing your most cherished moments means freezing time in its most authentic form. Whether it's your engagement, wedding day, or another memorable time in life, these are occasions meant to be remembered with every detail preserved, allowing you to relive your joy whenever you glance at your photos.

I believe photography is about documenting life as it naturally unfolds—no scripted poses, just the beautiful cacophony of genuine emotions. From authentic moments to editorial portraits, each photo tells a narrative that mirrors your love story. My photography celebrates your unique story and the future you and yours will build together.

My approach diverges from traditional expectations; I aim to encapsulate the emotion of your day rather than merely taking photos of it. I keep my focus on being present, photographing the real and raw, and preserving memories that will remain as honest and unchanging as the time and love they represent.

Most importantly, I view my camera not just as a device for "taking pictures" but as a tool for creating art that's unique to Y O U!

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Why

Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that we are God’s workmanship and His masterpiece. Just as every photograph is thoughtfully composed, so too are we crafted with unique talents and passions.

I view my lens as a tool to freeze moments in time. Moments that whisper of unseen grace and profound meaning. Each press of my shutter is a testament to the divine artistry within us, a reflection of our Creator's wonderful works.

To love what I do is to embrace the beautiful cacophony of life, where every image is a story waiting to be discovered. It’s about finding joy in the details, chasing fleeting moments, and uncovering the extraordinary in the ordinary. In every photograph, there lies a glimpse of eternity—
a testament to my purpose and the beauty I feel called to share with the world.

photo by Rox Duke Photography

My love for photography began at an early age. When I was 4 years old, my mom bought me a cheap disposable camera. Oh how I loved that thing!

As I got older, my fascination with photography grew exponentially. I loved taking photos of flowers fresh with dew and of leaves edged in delicate frost. (There was also a brief moment where I enjoyed taking photos of Campbell's Chicken Soup cans because I thought I was going to be the next Andy Warhol, but we don't talk about that...) During the Coronavirus, my grandad gifted me one of his old Canon cameras, a Rebel XS, and I spent the next few months teaching myself how to use it. And the rest, as they say, is history!

A few tidbits about me...

I have always wanted to live in England! Even as a little girl I would dream of living in an old house in a village nestled into a corner of the sprawling countryside. Fast-forward to May 2023, I was finally able to visit! Everywhere I went was so picturesque... I took over 20,000 photos! Chatsworth House aka Mr. Darcy's estate was one of my favorite places I went ;)

I am probably the last person in the world who still reads magazines in print, but I can't help it! I just love flipping through the glossy, perfume-and-ink scented pages. Even as a young girl, I would find a copy of Vogue or Elle and read it cover to cover and then read it all over again. Looking back, this is probably where my love of editorial photography began.

"...these are a few of my favorite things..."

My favorite movies & TV shows: Pride & Prejudice (2005), Little Women (2019), Cinderella (2015), Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Pretty Woman, The Holiday, Gilmore Girls, My Best Friend's Wedding, Midnight in Paris, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Barbie (2023), Downton Abbey, Emily in Paris, Gossip Girl, and Secrets of Great British Castles (I love a good documentary show).

My favorite books: HARRY POTTER!!!!!, anything by Jane Austen, The Devil Wears Prada, Little Women, The Great Gatsby, The Help, and I loooove a good British period drama!

I love ice cream, chocolate chip cookies, the Cotswolds, hydrangeas, Chick-fil-A, walks with Duke, Indian food, my memory foam pillow, silky pyjamas, rainy days, antiquing, the smell of old books, Moroccan food, brass doorknockers, and I LOVE AUTUMN!