Franklin Park Community Gardens LGBTQ+ Surprise Proposal: Sophia + Cailee

June 4, 2026

On a Friday evening in early May, Sophia took Cailee for a date night, and they started with a visit to the Community Gardens at Franklin Park. They made their way to this spot between the tall hedges, where Sophia stopped, presented Cailee with a ring, and popped the question! In between her shocked reaction…

Franklin Park Conservatory Surprise Proposal: Alexandra + Talon

June 3, 2026

On the first Friday in May, Talon took the day off work and surprised Alexandra with a day date, beginning with a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory. It was the first visit for both of them! That morning in the Himalayan Mountain Biome, against the colorful Chihuly glass display, he dropped to one knee and…

The Gardens at Jorgensen Farms Winter Wedding: Emily + Carter

May 29, 2026

Emily + Carter were married on the last Saturday in February at Jorgensen Farms! It was a sunny winter day that felt more like spring. From their ceremony in the Gardens space, to their reception in the barn, and outdoor portraits throughout, we had an absolutely lovely day to celebrate these two! I also photographed…

Hocking Hills LGBTQ+ Surprise Proposal: Cassie + Jenna

May 27, 2026

Cassie + Jenna have loved each other from a distance, from different countries! Cassie came in for a visit from Canada, and on the last weekend in April they escaped to Hocking Hills for a getaway together. They were celebrating milestones reached and a future where they’ll be in the same city… and Cassie took…

Franklin Park Conservatory Engagement: Naomi + Luke

May 24, 2026

Naomi works at Franklin Park Conservatory, so it was no surprise when she chose to go there for her and Luke’s engagement session last month! First we started at the Community Gardens, with their pup, wearing a bandana to help make their Save the Date! Then we headed inside the Conservatory for more portraits exploring…

Columbus Ohio Courthouse + Statehouse Elopement: Lauren + Alec

May 22, 2026

Last month, on their 11th anniversary, Lauren + Alec eloped! Their courthouse ceremony was just one part of the afternoon. We spent lots more time celebrating with portraits all around downtown – from colorful murals, to the Ohio Statehouse, to the Short North and ending with ice cream! In all, we spent 4 hours together…

Columbus Ohio LGBTQ+ Surprise Proposal at Scioto Mile: Iliana + Erin

May 19, 2026

On a Thursday evening in mid-April, Iliana took Erin out on a date night, beginning with a visit to one of their favorite downtown spots. At the Scioto Mile overlooking the downtown skyline and the setting sun, Iliana dropped to one knee and popped the question. She asked, and Erin said YES! Erin had already…

Columbus Ohio LGBTQ+ Wedding at the Sanctuary on Neil: Cara + Gianna

May 15, 2026

This year on February 14, I celebrated Valentine’s Day in the best way possible: with Cara + Gianna as they became wives! My first wedding of the year and my first time at The Sanctuary on Neil, it was a mild winter wedding day with Valentine’s Day details sprinkled throughout. From their first look, to…

Columbus Ohio LGBTQ+ Newborn Session: Baby Margot

May 10, 2026

Happy Mother’s Day! In honor of this day, I am celebrating by sharing this recent newborn session I photographed with 10-day-old baby Margot and new mamas Abbey + Emily! They invited me into their home on the second Friday morning in April, and their pets joined into a few photos as well. At the end,…

Goodale Park + Short North LGBTQ+ Engagement: Bryson + Tim

May 6, 2026

Bryson + Tim had the perfect spring session last month! It was the first Tuesday morning in April, and we began at Goodale Park, where the magnolia grove and other pink flowering trees were in peak bloom. We also had gorgeous morning light to pair it with! From there, we crossed the street into the…