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Wow, what an honor it is to finally show you the new and improved Jordan West Photo. This has been a labor of love, sweat and tears. I’ve spent countless hours outdoors, alone, with friends, with families, and of course, with those closest to me. This has not only been a deep dive of my […]

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Cat and Tiff stole my heart from the moment Cat inquired with me about a photoshoot, but was really inquiring to propose to Tiff. These two are a match made in heaven. When they inquired with me about photographing their Downtown Pensacola Wedding at the new Culinary Productions Venue, I was so excited to see […]

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There is nothing like taking sunrise senior pictures. It’s just you, me and the lens- nothing was different for Bria Aylstock. As her photographer, I found myself entangled in a scheduling woe, but what emerged from the chaos was an unforgettable dual session. I truly believe we captured the essence of Bria’s transition from high […]

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It’s no secret that I love going to Seaside, Florida for Engagement Photos. It’s truly my version of Disney. This place swarms with people during Spring Break and Summer for a reason. Meet Robert and Emma, an engaged couple with a love story that’s as beautiful as it is inspiring. Robert and Emma are tying […]

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Alys Beach’s Digital Graffiti event is a huge hit every year!

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Dogs are family, our pride and joy just like any other family member. It makes sense we want them in our family photos so we can remember them for a lifetime and capture their adorable faces. I’ve got some tips and tricks that can make your Dog Photoshoot a breeze! Safety First Make sure your […]

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St. Augustine is one of the most charming cities Florida has to offer. It’s located near Jacksonville and on the East Coast of Florida.

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Today, I have the absolute pleasure of sharing the photoshoot of a remarkable young woman, Leila Ammon in Downtown Pensacola. Not only am I a senior photographer, but I once had the honor of being Leila’s third-grade teacher. And let me tell you, watching her journey from then until now has been nothing short of […]

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If you’re wanting a colorful celebration, look no further than Garden and Grain in Pensacola, Florida. Jim’s 80th birthday bash was a jubilant affair, filled with love, laughter, and vibrant colors that reflected the joy of the occasion. Hosted by his devoted daughters, with Catie taking the lead in organizing the festivities, the party was […]

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As a frequent photographer of Gulf Breeze High School Sports, I was so excited when the Lacrosse Team reached out about photos for their spring season. I’ve never been to so much as a lacrosse game and was excited to see the elements it encompassed. I was lucky enough to capture both teams and even […]

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When Callie sent me a text to discuss her 30A Baby Announcement Photos, I was just over the moon excited. Not only is Callie such an inspiration to me in her business but she is just the loveliest person inside and out. I know she and Justin will be amazing parents. We prayed for decent […]

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Girlhood core is all the rage right now. Galentine’s Day is coming up and so many in their Taylor Swift era, I’m reminded of one of my favorite sessions with Jaci and Erica. Besties who decided to book a shoot before they parted ways after graduation- how sweet! In a world that rushes by in […]

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I knew Seaside would be the perfect location for Emily when she told me she wanted to be in her “coastal Grandma era”. Vibrant colors, floods of sunshine, and an easy going vibe are exactly what Seaside and Emily both gave us during this senior session. Whether it was walking around the shops at Seaside, […]

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My experience at The Hybrid Co. was complex and I felt the need to write a blog post about my time spent in Omni Amelia Island.

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If you’ve been looking for a sign to have a friend photoshoot, this is it. This shoot was one of the most entertaining experiences of my life. When Mallory reached out to me to do a best friend photoshoot, I was ecstatic. There is something so pure about the love between friends and the way […]

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Typically, I stick with families and weddings. However, every once in a while, the right opportunity presents itself and I jump at it for a fun project.

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Sessions like this one hit differently. Before I was a photographer, I was a 5th grade teacher, and Allison was one of my students. Even back then, her beauty radiated from the inside out. I will never get over being able to be present in a former student’s life,

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30A has consistently been one of my favorite places to photograph seniors. Sydney’s 30a senior session reminded me why. She decided to go to Seaside and Watercolor instead of the beach for her session,

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As a Swiftie myself, I was thrilled that Jazmine wanted to incorporate Taylor Swift into her senior session. Nothing makes me (or my clients) happier than when I can incorporat

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When searching for a venue in the Florida Panhandle, you can’t go wrong with a Pensacola Country Club weddin

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When Fete and Flora reached out to me about a wedding at Pier Suites on Pensacola Beach, I was excited to see what they had planned. Tuesday weddings aren’t typical for me. But it can be incredibly beneficial to get married on a week day. There’s less going on with traffic, locations are easier to […]

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If you’re looking for a quiet, quaint place to stay along 30A but you’ve been dealing with crowds and too many teenagers in Seaside, I give you.. Watersound 30A. What a majestic gem and breath of fresh air this session was. It was the perfect way to close the summer season

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When it comes to fall photoshoot ideas, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with Pinterest trends, Instagram trends and all other social media.. But when it comes to photoshoots, I love keeping it simple. Less props, less money out of my pocket and less distraction from the client who wants to be the subject. Some of […]

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When Mary Miles and Shane thought through their Gulf Breeze Wedding, many things came to mind. Family and their faith came first, they wanted vibrant colors, and they wanted a great time

Bridal Party posing on a wedding day while bride and groom kiss

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When their session kept getting rained out, we had to have a change of plans. We decided on a Kaiya Beach Engagement Session and to finish at Inlet Beach in 30A.

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Who would have thought I’d be photographing at a Tennessee Wedding Venue? Well, here we are! Rachel and Blake are truly something else. A couple that touches your heart and their warm presence lingers on and on for days on end. You wish you could just keep them around at all times because, the conversations […]

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Jaci is the reason I even wanted to get into the senior area, let alone be a 30A senior photographer. If you haven’t visited 30A Florida before, this will be the first of many blogs I post about amazing photo spots.

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Talk about a dream beach proposal in Orange Beach, Alabama! When Kevin texted me out of the blue on a week day in early summer, I was hoping for it to tell me he was going to propose to his long time girlfriend, Courtney. That’s exactly what it said, but he also asked me to […]

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I could go on and on about why Fort Pickens Family Photos is one of the most beautiful spots on Pensacola Beach to photograph. But this session in particular was really special. Claire explained to me she wanted some family photos while they were on vacation before baby number 3 arrived. We got them scheduled […]

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Second lines, beignets, and moon pies, OH MY! Casey and Knox leaned into the New Orleans culture for this incredible wedding! This couple is like no other.. In fact, I can’t think of an exact detail that wasn’t incredibly intentional for their wedding day. After talking with her Dad on the phone leading up to […]

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Jordan has a beautiful gift of not only capturing smiles but souls! She is simply amazing!! We love Jordan and she is considered a part of our family!

Her work absolutely speaks for itself but it's her calm yet enthusiastic personality that really creates amazing family heirlooms. 

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