The summer I turned 14, I was enjoying my last night of vacation at my grandparents’ lake cabin. The night bugs were singing and the last rays of daylight were slipping off the water’s surface and into the darkening horizon. My cousins were catching lightning bugs in mason jars and my aunts and uncles were gathered around a campfire, laughter dancing with the shadow of the flames. For the first time in my life, I was simultaneously awed at the beauty of a moment and filled with a longing sadness that I couldn’t make it last.
I was still young, but my soul was already impressed with the understanding that life is filled with beautiful, wistful, amazing moments that we can only experience once. Because we are powerless to hold time in our hands, memories are some of the most important treasures we will ever own. That truth resonates with me today and is at the heart of why I create.
"Erica is incredible to work with and all of our photos are stunning! My husband and I are not used to getting our pictures taken, and Erica was patient and clear with instructions on how to pose. She was very professional throughout the process and is a delightful person. I highly recommend her for engagement and wedding photos!
Melissa & Connor
When couples invite me into the "backstage" of one of the happiest days of their lives, I know I am photographing much more than just an event. Weddings are special because they are a celebration of the beliefs I hold most dear:
Love & Laughter
Experiences
A Story Well Told
Family
I believe in words and images that speak to the heart and touch the soul. I believe in working hard for the things that matter, serving others, and creating something of quality and worth. A story well told will last well beyond the time we have on this earth.
I believe in the first-blush romance of new love and the steady, familiar love of choosing your soul mate every single day. I believe in laughter, telling jokes, and not taking yourself too seriously. Love and laughter craft a life worth living.
I believe in storing up memories and gathering experiences. I live for starry nights in the forest, travels to lands both near and far, snuggles with my husband Paul, my dog Ronan and my cat Mia, and quality time spent with my favorite people.
I believe in the strength of family, whether it’s the one you were born into or the one you create. I believe in surrounding yourself with people who love you unconditionally and encourage you to become a better version of yourself.
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St. Louis Bride
The Perfect Palette
The White Wren
The Venue Report
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