Actor's headshots can be anxiety-inducing for many actors. As an actor myself, I've been there. It can feel like so much pressure. I remember when I was in high school in West Plains, MO we drove up to Springfield, MO to get professional headshots at a studio...I never in a million years thought a couple decades later, I'd be the photographer taking headshots of another young up-and-coming actor in Springfield, MO. Life is crazy sometimes!

I loved working with Harley. We had a lot of fun capturing and packing a lot of looks and backgrounds into what was a 2 look session. Since we ended up shooting down on C-Street instead of one at my studio and one urban look outside, we got to take advantage of a lot more backdrops that C-Street has to offer. It was a perfect overcast day, not too sunny, not too dark or shadowy... juuuuust right in that sweet spot. 

Harley dreams of being in a Marvel movie someday. I can definitely see that in her future, can't you? Loved this fun shoot. Hope you enjoy it too!

If you are in need of actors headshots, don't hesitate to reach out! Happy to give you any advice for pursuing acting in New York or LA too from my years in both cities. Any help I can offer young actors moving to those cities, I'm happy to give. There are a lot of people trying to take advantage of young actors in the city, and the more you can get plugged into a community of people in the business, the better off you'll be. 

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Oh, Culture Flock, how I adore thee! My go to shop for gifts for others (and myself), plus fun events where I've actually made new friends (as an adult, you know that can be a challenge) and won fun prizes (my Fiancee won a rug, a coat rack, and a coffee table book about Paris at their last Bingo night--which I am enjoy bi-proxy!). In addition to being great people with great products and events, they are also one of my favorite regular clients. Their latest Spring Line of tees are so cute, soft, and comfy!

For this shoot, I worked with Sheristen, Kaitlyn, Meg, and Jonathan. As you can see, we had lots of fun playing frisbee, jumping in and out of unison, cracking jokes, laughing, posing with fresh flowers, and napping in the sun. A great way to spend a great day!

If you're in need of photos for your upcoming product line--don't hesitate to reach out!

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Trinity reached out to me last year after accompanying her friend Belinda on her Senior Photoshoot with me. She brought her Mom along for our shoot at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center--which turned out to be a really fitting location considering this high school senior wants to go into environmental conservation. 

When I asked her why kind of vibe, theme, setting she was wanting for her photos she said she wanted nature, moss, mushrooms, flowers... and I thought--I know just the place! When we got there, unfortunately the area I had in mind was roped off due to recent storms causing flooding, but it turned out to be for the best. We explored other areas of the land, hiked and posed, hiked and posed, and hiked and posed some more!

All in all, a pretty fun shoot and not a bad workout either!

If you are looking for creative, unique senior photos for yourself or your teen, don't hesitate to reach out!

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ArtsFest this year was a great turn out and great weather after a week of storms. It was so much fun to see so many different types of creativity on display. I shot coverage of the event, candids, and award winners for the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Between my work with the Springfield Art Museum and the Springfield Regional Arts Council, I find myself often in a place of gratitude that my job is getting to photograph art and artists of all kinds. Plus, being the busy adult I am, working these types of events often means I get to see and catch up with friends, and familiar friendly faces in the crowd. Also, sometimes there are cute dogs--this weekend there were a lot of cute dogs. 

If you're looking for an event photographer to get coverage of your upcoming event, don't hesitate to reach out.

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Email: DesigningIndie@gmail.com

Art in Bloom at the Springfield Art Museum came back with a stunning force last weekend! I've missed the Art Museum events--they are always so fun and so inspiring. I'm always amazed at the creativity on display at Art in Bloom--from the florists who create such magnificent flower arrangements inspired by various works of art in the museum to the fashion designers who create stunning pieces to the guests who bring their creativity to their fashion, make-up, and accessories!

When I photograph exhibits and events for the Art Museum, there are 2 things that almost always happen that I LOVE: 1. The inevitable "lean in" patrons do when looking at art, 2. When patrons accidentally match the art they are looking at. I often wish I could wear an invisibility cloak so people don't see or feel me "creeping" around trying to snap photos...especially if I see they are wearing something that matches a piece of art perfectly and they are walking towards it...I'm like a hunter, hunting for that perfect shot. 

Do you have an upcoming event you need captured? Don't hesitate to reach out:

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Capturing families of young children at the park is honestly one of the biggest challenges and most fun parts of being a photographer. Sometimes you only get one shot to get it right before a kid looses interest or takes off running in another direction. You've got be quick on your feet, flexible (literally and metaphorically), and get on their level. Frankly, I love it. I say, if the only way a kid wants to be apart of the family photo is if you let them be an animal--I'll rawr right back and pretend to be part of a nature documentary. It's a great reminder to the adults that photoshoots in 2022 don't need to be formal portraits that you have to be bribed to sit still for 20 minutes to get taken--they can be action shots, they can be spontaneous and candid, they don't have to be "perfect"--in fact, I think I family photo that shoes each members real personality shinning through is a much more valuable keepsake of this once in a lifetime moment in time of your family, than a stiff and mandatory grin. 

My motto is "Keep it fun!" If a kid is curious about the camera, I don't mind spending a few minutes showing them how out it works and letting them try to take a picture of their family member or suggest shot ideas. I think photoshoots are most fun when everyone's input is valued, and everyone can create and play together. 

Looking for a family photographer of kids portraits that really show off their real personalities and a photo session that doesn't feel like pulling teeth? Shoot me a message and let's talk!

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I love when my passions intersect and photographing a young actress in the theatre is definitely the epitome of the intersection of my work in theatre and photography. We had so much fun playing with a couple different looks and locations to create truly unique and cinematic high school senior photos for this Springfield, MO teen. 

Which look is your favorite? I shot over 1,000 photos and edited it down to the best and ended up editing and delivering about 500 photos to this client. It is always the hardest part for me...trying to edit down. I never want the client to feel overwhelmed by the options...but I also never want to delete a photo that may end up being the clients favorite just because it wasn't my favorite. This is the constant battle I face internally when going through the photos after the shoot. 

Looking for a more creative approach for you or your high school seniors photos? Reach out and let's talk and create photos that really capture the special time, place, interests of that senior year!

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The Sister Cities Kite & Piñata Festival last weekend was so fun! Love any assignment that gets this homebody out soaking up some sun! Plus, who doesn't love kites, piñatas, cute kids, cute dogs, great food, and great performances? 

It was a great turn out and by the looks of it, fun was had by all. These are just some of my favorite photos from the 500+ I delivered for the event:

If you have an event coming up and need photos of it, I charge $150/hour for event photography. Shoot me a message to book me for your event coverage at 417-848-0932 or by email DesigningIndie@gmail.com.

I had Opera star Michael Spyres in my studio a few weeks ago to shoot photos for his upcoming album (!!) and he decided to get some headshots and couples photos with his talented and beautiful wife Tara too. 

Their couples photoshoot reminds me of a James Bond Rom-Com and yes, we had as much fun as it looks like we did. So many adults get stiff and awkward in front of the camera, which I totally understand, and I believe it's my job to make you comfortable, relaxed, and confident so that I can capture your authentic personality, the real love between you and your partner, and get photos that feel like the best version of you. 

Looking to get some authentically romantic photos of you and your partner? Shoot me a message and book your shoot today!

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I'm so excited about this exhibit coming to the Springfield Art Museum. Yoko Ono: Mend Piece is gonna be a really fun exhibit that you can interact with. I can't wait! Are you planning to go?

Creating the banners and postcards for this show was fun and I can't wait to go take pictures at the museum and watch people interact with this exhibit. Maybe I'll see you there?