Whimsy, Wonder, and a Little Horse Magic//Arizona Child Photographer

When I first started out as a photographer, sessions with horses quickly became about half of what I was photographing. And honestly, it made perfect sense. As a little girl, I was completely horse-obsessed—I spent most of my free time out with my own beloved horse. Horses were my happy place. Somewhere along the way, my work shifted, and before I knew it, the horses had vanished from my page altogether.

This year, I decided it was time to change that. I wanted to bring back the beauty, calm, and joy that horses bring into photos. And let me tell you—this whimsical session with a miniature horse reminded me exactly why I love it so much.

The girls arrived in their flowing dresses, flower crowns in their hair, and hearts full of excitement. Their faces lit up the moment they saw the sweet miniature horse waiting for them. As they laughed, whispered secrets, and leaned close to their new four-legged friend, the whole scene felt like something out of a storybook.

There’s a special bond between little girls and horses that can’t really be explained—it just has to be felt. As one quote says “There is no better friend than a horse.” And truly, the joy and peace that filled the air proved those words right.

Being back out there with horses filled my heart in the best way. Not only are they beautiful, but they bring a sense of calm and magic that’s impossible to fake. I’m so thankful for these girls, their families, and this little horse who helped bring the vision to life.

As a Gilbert Arizona child and horse photographer, I can’t wait to offer more of these special sessions. This particular setup will be available every Friday in September, and I would love for your little one to experience the magic too.

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Golden Hour in the Roses with Everly//Gilbert Dance Photographer

There’s a special kind of magic that happens when you mix golden hour light, blooming roses, and a dancer who’s full of joy. That’s exactly what I got to capture with Everly at the Mesa Community College Rose Garden.

As an Arizona dance photographer in Gilbert, Arizona, I get to work with so many talented dancers, but Everly is extra special—she’s part of my Content Crew and we’ve been creating together for a while now.

Watching Everly grow has been such a gift. Not just in her skill, though she’s learned some amazing tricks, but in her confidence. Every time we work together, I see more of her personality shine through. She’s bold, she’s creative, and she’s not afraid to have fun in front of the camera.

It’s dry and hot out, so we headed to the MCC rose garden for a green oasis in the middle of the summer heat. The soft light wrapped around Everly like a warm hug, and she danced among the roses with so much joy.

Everly told me she loves dance because she gets to do tricks, perform with her team, and express herself on stage. Some of her favorite memories include attending her first nationals and dressing up for the banquet, as well as achieving her firebird—a moment she felt so proud of. Dance hasn’t been without challenges, like learning new choreography, but it’s also helped her become more confident and flexible. Her big dreams? To become a protégé and a tiger cub.

One of my favorite parts about hearing Everly’s story is how much she truly loves the community she dances with. She shared that one summer they had two full weeks of all-day dance camp, and in the middle of it, the older girls would walk them to Sonic for slushes during lunch break. It’s little moments like that—friendship, laughter, and shared memorie that make dance so much more than just movement.

Sessions like this remind me why I love what I do. Getting to capture a dancer’s heart, growth, and personality is such a joy.

If you have a dancer in your life, I’d love to help you capture their story too. Let’s create something beautiful together.