About

Hey there! I’m Amanda, and most days you can find me curled up on the couch with my hubby, Brian and our favorite fur-child, Miley. She’s a long-haired, miniature dachshund and is just the cutest ever! I enjoy binge-watching shows like Bob’s Burgers, West World and Game of Thrones.

Making expecting mothers feel beautiful and empowered throughout their entire experience with me, is my absolute favorite part of my job as a portrait photographer. Being in front of the camera during a time when your body is going through so many changes, can be very intimidating, but I believe that my methods of artistic posing and collection of gorgeous gowns will make you look and feel your very best!

I enjoy serving families that value the special memories that accompany motherhood. My goal is that you will look back at these portraits and be reminded of how deeply you loved your child before you even met. Being able to share these memories with your child, as they grow, is truly invaluable to your family’s legacy.

I love being a storyteller and a filmmaker. I’m passionate about capturing those sweet moments, tears of joy, smiles, and pride that your loved ones have for you and your new baby. Some of my favorite moments are caught while filming families on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The simple, day-to-day moments are the most special and what you’ll want to remember, years from now. It’s the little details that make up who we are. It’s your story. Your family. Your love. Let’s capture it together.

If You’re Still Here… Five Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Me…

1. I’ll take a nice tall glass of sweet tea, anytime or an iced vanilla latte, just in the morning.

2. I played drums in a band called Encrypted during my teen years. We played a lot of Weezer and Green Day covers.

3. I take pole fitness classes once a week. It’s a crazy good workout, and I love flying through the air and learning new poses.

4. I love tattoos! I’m always working on what I want to get next. It’s seriously addicting. My poor wallet…

5. Some of my favorite bands are: The Black Keys, The Decemberists, Civil Wars, The Lumineers, and I still love NSYNC always and forever

Associations & Training

Newborn Photography

The Rising Tide Society – Akron Team Leader

1:1 Hands on Training with Sandra Hill Photography (February 2016)

Less is More – Mastering the minimalist style of Newborn Photography (Online course taught by Bethney Backhaus – September 2015)

Newborn Photography Bootcamp with Kelly Brown (1 month course – March 2015)

Newborn Posing | 2 day Workshop (November 2014) taught by Purely Newborn

Newborn Posing with Kelly Brown (Online Workshop – July 2014)

What people are saying

“I couldn’t say enough nice things about Amanda. I am always hesitant meeting new people. I was worried how my maternity session would turn out but it was everything I could ever want and more. Being almost 9 months I wasn’t feeling all that beautiful but she made me feel absolutely gorgeous. Her work is beyond stunning and she works so hard to perfect that picture for you. Not only did she do that but all along the way she was constantly telling me how great I looked and it was so encouraging. I definitely hope to work with her in the future.”
Abigail Laughery
“Amanda is a very talented photographer. She really takes the time to get to know what you like, what you don’t like and what you want from the session. She did an amazing job with our maternity photos and an even better job with our newborn shoot. Her studio was warm, calm and inviting. She provided all of the fabrics and props, while allowing us to bring in a few things of our own. She was really good at handling our little one when she was fussy. Amanda is patient, kind and easy to work with. I look forward to working with her as our little Claire grows! We love all of the photos and videos Amanda created.”
Natasha Krys
“I do not think I could say enough wonderful things about Amanda. From the moment we walked into her studio I felt completely at ease. She was so warm and comforting and made you feel right at home. The way she handled Brinley was amazing. She was so cool calm and collected throughout the entire shoot. Not only is she incredible at what she does but from the time I spent there I could tell she is an absolutely amazing person. Everything she does is with such ease.”
Taran DePaul
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