THE AVY BLOG

Q4 is here, and I’m bringing a grateful heart and big plans for the home stretch. Think magazine-worthy family portraits, a special wall art offer, one last headshot marathon opening, and a little encouragement to finish the year with purpose. We still have beautiful things to create!

To the next generation, I owe you an apology. This honest reflection on positive self-talk for women explores how the words we use about our bodies shape the people watching us and why it’s time to choose something kinder.

Red lipstick confidence isn’t about beauty standards or perfection. It’s about permission. After a year filled with major milestones, travel, growth, and clarity, 2026 is the year of authentic boldness. This is an invitation for women to stop shrinking, show up confidently, and choose what they love without fear or apology.

I didn’t feel ready, but I did it anyway. This personal branding session—captured by my dear friend Adri—became Session 11 of my Self-Portrait Marathon, and it reminded me exactly why I do what I do. As I step into a new decade, navigating body changes and confidence dips, I chose to show up. Not just for myself, but for every woman who’s ever felt unphotogenic, unsure, or unseen. This is the power of getting in front of the camera—even when it feels hard.

Let’s be real—stepping in front of the camera isn’t always easy. As a photographer, you’d think I’d have this down to a science. But when...

Back in April 2024, I sat in front of my camera with no makeup, a messy bun, and my favorite comfy clothes—a t-shirt and pants. It wasn’t...

I will cherish these portraits of my mother forever. Not only the finished portraits but the memory of creating them together.

Getting used to seeing my everyday self on camera verses the glamazon that lives deep inside. Built for comfort. This is me.

Unlocking The Superpower of Self Evaluation: 10 Journaling Prompts for Women

We need to stop tearing our bodies down & start building them up because they capable of incredible things.

I celebrated a birthday last month. It was the first one I had actually celebrated in years. I honestly can’t remember the last time I...

Sometimes things don't go as planned, but the testing of your faith produces perseverance. A reflection of from SPM: Session 3

The One With All the Glamour... When I set out for the Self Portrait Marathon, it was for several reasons, the main one being that I...

When I decided to do this project, I knew there were going to be obstacles. That was kind of the point. While I was optimistic, I never imaged the good would actually outweigh the bad. I had my first session of the Self Portrait Marathon this past weekend. It went better than I expected. Here I will share the good, the bad, & the lessons. I’ll start with the bad… It took most of the day. From the time I woke up, got showered, hair & makeup, dressed, setup, multiple changes, i

My own personal passion project that delves deep into my own fears.