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I remember when I first started out photographing

This August I launch a new brand website and logo!

This August marks my 8th year in business full-tim

If you would have told me in my early, reckless 20

If you would have told me in my early, reckless 20's that I would one day become a dad, I would have just laughed hysterically. I've never wanted kids of my own or let alone even wanted to become a parent. When I was dating left and right growing up, I would immediately turn down people I met that had kids.
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That was until I met Amanda. She was different. She gave me that feeling that all my friends told me I would feel when I met the right person. They said, "you'll just know". And honestly, the moment I met Amanda, that was what I felt. I immediately was on board for trying to become a dad to a 1 year old.
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8 years later, Ethan has turned me into a better person. I couldn't parent for shit in the beginning cause I was just terrible with kids. But, I got that shit down now. I've got total dad vibes now and say more dad jokes than ever before. Lol.
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But seriously, although we don't as a family don't celebrate holidays like today, I'm still so damn grateful to have become a stepdad and father figure to Ethan. It's tough, but also equally rewarding. Especially, when he gets into signing Hank Williams, Jr. songs or Ozzy Ozbourne. Haha. He's just an all around great kid.
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Happy Father's Day to all the dad's or people who have been father figures in someone's life.

I was so nervous yesterday. It was my very first t

I was so nervous yesterday. It was my very first time photographing a proposal. In almost 8 years of being full-time, I've yet to do one because dudes contact me at the last minute and then try to hassle me because I'm too expensive. Like, for real. It's happened almost every single time. I remember one time getting an email reply back that said, "Why would I pay that much when I just need a few photos"?
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However, Adam, was prepared and so excited to propose to Colleen.
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Aside from me being worried that I would ruin the surprise somehow, I was also worried about how the photos would turn out. Because this was my first proposal, I had to break my own rules. I normally require everyone to meet with me before booking. I do this to not only make sure I'm going to be a good fit, but also to learn about them and their personalities. All in all, it allows us to build trust between us all.
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The trust is what helps me bring out their true selves. And to be completely honest, since I don't pose people, it helps me ensure the photos look authentic to who they are. So, I was nervous that I wouldn't have the same vibe like all my other sessions. But I was wrong!
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They were so much fun and easy going. And it gave me confidence that if someone cares about booking me (not just any photographer) in advance, that they would be all in on my approach and I would 100% deliver even without my full initial meeting.

Today is day one of my journey of healing myself.

Today is day one of my journey of healing myself. I finally reached out to a therapist this morning to make my first step. Since moving back to San Antonio last year, my emotional state has been all over the place. And when the pandemic happened, my anxiety and depression went through the roof. The last I've ever felt this bad was before I picked up a camera. Photography has been the driving force of me working through my emotions. It's always kept me happy. It's allowed me to meet people and create. So, being away from it for the past few months really took a toll on me emotionally.
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I finally reached out to a therapist because I truly do miss my old self. I used to exercise, eat healthier, and overall just had a lot of healthier habits. I used to be really into personal development and would listen to or read a lot of personal development books, podcasts, videos, courses, etc. I'm going my best to work in those healthier habits again and make peace with myself. I'm even cutting out alcohol for a little while. I want to feel better not just emotionally but physically too.
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I truly want to get back to my full potential that I know is inside of me. I'm proud that I've made my first step of reaching out for help. I need to stop all the negative self-talk in my head.

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