A curated collection of stories, guidance, and insight from behind the lens.
Welcome to the Journal.
A curated collection of stories, guidance, and insight designed to help you plan your portrait experience with confidence and intention. Here, you’ll find more than just recent sessions. You’ll find thoughtful guidance on what to expect, how to prepare, and why the details matter, from choosing the right location along the Maine coast to understanding the difference professional photography can make. Each post is created with one purpose in mind
to help you feel prepared, confident, and excited about preserving this season of your life.
Whether you’re planning family portraits, senior photos, maternity sessions, or an intimate coastal elopement, you’re in the right place.
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Americana Sessions
Automotive Photography
Beginner Photography
Behind the Scenes
Boston Marathon
camera settings explained
Children Photography
Client Education
Client Experience
Coastal Maine
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Girls on the Run
GOTR
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Katrina Brothers Photography
Location Guide
Locations in Maine
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Maine Photography
Maine Photography Locations
Memorial Day
Military Family
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Personal
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Professional Photography
Senior Photography
Senior Pictures
Senior Portraits
Senior Timeline
Session Experience
Session Tips
Storytelling Sessions
Topsham Maine
Why Photography Matters
York, Maine Photographer
April 18th, 2026
What Makes a Photograph Timeless (and Why It Matters)
Family Photography, Heirloom Photography, Motherhood, York, Maine Photographer
March 17th, 2026