about julie
photographer | FIANCÉ | podcaster | rescue dog mom | globetrotter
My friends tell me I was born to celebrate and I'd have to agree. No... for real, my birthday is New Years Eve and I LOVE a great celebration with any excuse to pop open a nice bottle of champagne, raise a glass and cheers to all of life's best moments.
I'm a fiancé, rescue dog-mom (Isabella Petunia & Brooklyn Begonia), podcast host of Photospark and I love a great adventure. When I'm not photographing weddings, you can find me exploring the world, trying local cuisine and trying new wines (Sangiovese will always be a clear front runner).
asking millions of questions and listening to her descriptive stories about each person in the photograph. Falling in love with these photos helped me understand who I was as a human — a photographer, and most importantly, a story teller.
Originally from the midwest town of Marshalltown, Iowa, I always knew I would replant roots somewhere by the coast. Currently bi-coastal in southwest Florida and Southern California, living and loving the best of both worlds.
Growing up, I obsessed over
Family albums at grandmas house,
I will never be the woman with the perfect hair, who can wear white and not spill on it.
- carrie bradshaw
Easy. Venice was incredible but Paris stole my heart after spending three weeks alone while dog sitting for my in-laws during the pandemic. I experienced a never been seen quiet, free from tourists version that will be cherished forever. Let's go back!
beach -or- city?
which is my favorite?
Answer: Paris
I love a good this or that as an ice breaker. Reach out below and let me know which of these answers we have in common! Who knows, maybe we will end up at a cafe in france together.
Answer: Coffee
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You deserve the luxurious wedding of your dreams in your most favorite location in the world. I will provide you with timeless, true to life, vibrant photography that you can transform into modern wall art. Each image will take you back in time for years to come while appearing as if your wedding was just yesterday.
I'd love to hear about your upcoming adventure. Together, let's create a unique and custom photography wedding experience for you and your loved ones.