ELOPEMENT & Portrait PHOTOGRAPHER, BASED IN Missouri + WHEREVER YOUR STORY TAKES ME
About Me
For as long as I can remember I have been documenting my life. Whether that was through journaling, holding onto plane tickets and movie stubs, or taking wayyy too many photos, I've always been afraid of forgetting those little moments and the way they made me feel. After studying abroad in Italy a few years ago I came back with an abundance of IPhone photos, yet when I got home and started showing them off none of the photos did even a fraction of justice to what I had just experienced. I made it a point to become a better photographer so that I could accurately and beautifully portray not only the people I love but all of the places, things and moments that make me happy to be alive. I realized soon after I started photographing people that being able to document intimate and beautiful once-in-a-lifetime moments & give them back to people is a priceless gift, and it is something I am incredibly passionate about.
FEEL LIKE WE'RE A GOOD FIT?
Hi, I'm Bailey
I am also incredibly passionate about traveling. I have been to countless amazing places, inside and outside of this country, with no plans of slowing down any time soon. Exploring a place for the first time with someone you love is one of the most intimate and connecting experiences I can think of. I have incorporated my love for travel into my business, making me even more passionate about this job. I am most inspired when I'm surrounded by beautiful views and people in love. Let's explore those National Parks together, let's go to that country you have always wanted to visit. You can enjoy yourself and I will be there to document the whole thing. As your photographer, and as your friend, I will constantly remind you that life is short. Eat the chocolate, laugh too loud, love too hard, book the trip and let me take the photos that you will show your grandkids one day when they ask about your life and your love.
If I'm not shooting or editing you can find me outdoors, going for a drive or a walk, simply basking in the sun, or finding a place to dip my toes into after a long hike. If I'm not outside I'm most likely snuggled up on the couch with my cutie pup & boyfriend, reading a book, watching Netflix (or too many tiktoks) with a matcha or a chai :)
I'm a dreamer. I have so many things I want to accomplish in life, the list is truly endless. I want to experience as many places and things as possible with my time here on Earth. As cheesey as it is, YOLO is my favorite saying and I remind myself of it daily. You might even hear me say it in our time working together. We only have one life and I think we should spend it doing only the things we love & are passionate about, things that truly set our soul on fire., surrounded by the people that make our hearts the fullest.
My favorite way to connect with others is deep conversation. I'm not one for small talk. I like sitting for hours in a cozy spot, sharing secrets and getting deep about life. It's a love language of mine for sure.
BEHIND THE SCENES
A Peek into my life
I am a full-time elopement, wedding and portrait photographer so most of my days are spent working with amazing couples on a shoot and then going home to edit those photos! I try to fill most of my down-time with exploring new places. I LOVE hiking and I would love to see each and every National Park! The longest hike I've done so far was 15 miles round-trip in Glacier National Park. I also love thrifting, reading, cute coffeeshops, and just hanging at home with my family.
"I have found that if you love life, life will love you back"
UPCOMING
TRAVEL
