Did you know 1 in 57 eight-year-old schoolchildren in North Carolina may be diagnosed with autism? I had the honor to take photos for the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) for their annual "Catwalk to Camp" fundraiser benefitting the Camp Royall scholarship fund. Camp Royall is the nation’s largest and longest operating autism specific camp, and offer recreational, therapeutic, and educational programming to more than 3,000 children and adults each year!

Before we kicked off the evening, we took a group picture of all the participants who were modeling in the fashion show. The models were past campers with autism, their loved ones, and ASNC staff. I remember one of the campers eagerly came up to me and said "it's really good to meet you!" and kept vigorously shaking my hand because he was so happy and excited! I then took a photo of him and his mother (see second photo) as well as photos for each family, and you can truly see the joy in their faces!

After the group photos, it was time for the event to begin. Temple Grandin, one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People, was the keynote speaker and shared a powerful message. Besides having a Ph.D, being a professor, writing books, and more, she is one of the most prominent spokespersons for autism. She shared her story and attributes her successes to her mom, who was a huge advocate for Temple and was the one to seek help for her. It was inspiring to say the least, and you can read more about her here. The Live Auction then took place and the auctioneer, Ben Farrell, did an outstanding job!! By the end of the evening, the ASNC raised over $170,000 for Catwalk to Camp!!

Below are some of the highlights from the evening, and you can visit this link to see the full gallery. Enjoy!

Venue: Angus Barn at Bay 7, American Tobacco Campus, Durham, NC

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Have you ever done a professional photo shoot with your family while on vacation? This family did! Hailing from the west coast, I had the wonderful honor of capturing these precious memories for this sweet family! I had so much fun getting to know this cheerful and energetic family who were in town for the Duke Alumni Weekend. Daniel contacted me because he wanted to surprise his wife with a family portrait session at their alma mater. He expressed their love for candid photos and wanted to capture the reality of the moment, which is something I'm all about!

We had so much fun playing in the grassy area of Duke Chapel and the nearby trails around the campus. I had such a blast capturing the energy of their son; he had the BEST laughs and loved to move and dance! It was so sweet watching their daughter wanting to follow her older brother, too, and wanting to hold hands and swing with mommy and daddy :) We ended the night with a gorgeous family portrait in front of the chapel! Enjoy the photos!

P.S. Husbands! If you're looking for fun and creative gift ideas (especially with Mother's Day coming up!) I highly recommend booking a photo shoot! She would be so happy and feel so loved. Contact me today for a complimentary consultation and we can figure out the perfect portrait session for you!

Location: Duke University, Durham, NC

Looking for a family photographer in North Carolina? Contact me for a complimentary portrait consultation! I serve the greater Triangle area including Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and beyond.

Benefiting Triangle Area Parenting Support

April 21st & 28th @ 5:30-7:30pm

NC Museum of Art

The days may feel long, but the years are so short. Capture your bond with your little one this Mother's Day!

Often times, moms are the ones behind the camera trying to document all the special moments, but not a part of them. This is your chance to get in front of the camera because you deserve to see the sweet smiles of your baby when they look and play with you! These sessions are designed to document candid moments of you and your children together, capturing the love and connection that you have. It's the way they kiss you, hug you, and laugh with you, that makes these photos worth everything. Treat yourself to this special opportunity because these moments won't last forever!

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Giving Back

These sessions will be benefiting Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS), a local nonprofit that connects new parents to peer-based support groups, information, and resources as they transition to parenthood. Why? To me, being a small business owner is more than providing a service; it's about having a positive impact in the local community. I truly believe in giving back, and I'm passionate about building stronger, healthier families so they can help our communities thrive and grow. Learn more about what they do by visiting their website here!

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Contact

To learn more about pricing and availability, please fill out the form below. I'm offering EIGHT spots and sessions are first come, first served...so please book early! I can't wait to work with you!