I have always loved photography. My first passion was landscape photography, and Colorado was a great place to be in my 20's for that. I started taking lessons, including a week-long photography workshop in the mountains of Steamboat Springs, CO back in the olden days film! But everything shifted when my son was born and I fell in love with capturing people. I started doing portrait sessions for friends and even shot a few weddings.

Life got beautifully busy after moving back to Indiana. Teaching full time and raising three kids didn't leave a lot of room for much else, though my own children have always been my most willing, and sometimes not so willing, subjects.

A couple of summers ago, I was lucky enough to receive a renewal grant that gave me the gift of time. I became a photography student again, this time studying something I was truly passionate about. I took lessons, picked up my camera, and headed out west to Glacier, Yellowstone, the Tetons, and Rocky Mountain National Park, inspired by a national parks project I had taught my own students. It was the trip that reminded me why I love this so much.

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That experience made the decision easy. It was time to stop dreaming and start doing. And so, Connecting Lens was born.

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My years in the classroom have given me something that no workshop ever could: a natural ease with kids. I know how to make them laugh, how to keep them moving, and how to capture them exactly as they are. And as a mom of two teenage boys and one very spunky girl, I can promise you that rowdiness and attitude do not scare me one bit. For families, I know that can make all the difference.

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I am based in Bloomington, Indiana, and honestly, this town is a photographer's dream. From the rolling hills and wooded trails to the stunning architecture of campus, there is no shortage of beautiful backdrops for your session. I love shooting on location and am always happy to help you find the perfect spot.

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I would love to be your photographer. Whether you are a Bloomington local or just passing through, reach out and let's connect to make something beautiful together.