Rooted in Art, Driven by Story
An Indiana girl from the start, I stayed for college where I explored the arts through theatre and music at Indiana University. This led to my big move to Los Angeles where, with the respect and discretion of the hospitality industry, I catered with ease to discerning clientele and distinguished celebrities in 5-star establishments in Beverly Hills. Leaving the bright lights of Hollywood behind me, I moved again to sunny Phoenix, Arizona. For ten successful years I worked in residential real estate selling new homes for the nation’s top builders. In the corporate world, clear communication is key, attention to detail is essential, and professionalism produces lasting relationships.
Eventually, it was time to fill my life with creativity and artistry again. Having always been fascinated by photography and how a single impactful image can tell a captivating story, I dedicated myself to pursuing the art. Within two years I was able to quit my day job and find my way back to my creative roots by becoming a full time professional photographer.
freely explored and fell in love with art—from running my fingertips over the endless types of sample paper, to the wall of markers in every color imaginable, catalog markups and why products ended up on the cutting room floor, and the smell of the warm pages and fresh ink off the massive commercial printer.
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rowing up, summers were spent alongside my mom who worked in product development and graphic design for a national catalog. The art room was a dream. It was there I
For over 14 years, I have had the incredible privilege of working with a wide array of fabulous clientele during the most important times in their lives.
Together, we understand the value of both seeing and feeling the love of family, treasured milestones, and celebrating what makes each of us extraordinary.
Let's connect and discuss how I can help bring your vision to life.
I not only got to see art, but truly feel it.
rowing up, summers were spent alongside my mom who worked in product development and graphic design for a national catalog. The art room was a dream. It was there I
design for a national catalog. The art room was a dream. It was there I freely explored and fell in love with art—from running my fingertips over the endless types of sample paper, to the wall of markers in every color imaginable, catalog markups and why products ended up on the cutting room floor, and the smell of the warm pages and fresh ink off the massive commercial printer.
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"My headshots feel authentic and natural"
Rachel has an incredible ability to bring out your true personality. She guided me every step of the way with posing, outfits, jewelry, and angles, and the entire experience felt effortless rather than intimidating. My headshots feel authentic and natural—exactly what I was hoping for.
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- Ines T.
"Rachel captured the joy i feel in life."
Rachel was incredible at helping me find my ease and just let go. What really blew me away was how she captured the joy I feel in life. She somehow saw that in me and got it in the photos.
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- Christy W.
"THE ENTIRE EXPERIENCE FELT EFFORTLESS"
Rachel made the whole process so easy from beginning to end. She gave us just enough direction to make everyone feel comfortable, kept things moving without ever making it feel rushed, and somehow even got the kids to cooperate. The entire session felt relaxed and genuinely enjoyable.
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-VIROSTEK FAMILY
Whether you're here for women's portraits, headshots, or the people you love most, I’d be honored to create something that feels personal to you.
