That moment is why this work matters so much to me.
Now, I photograph families and seniors so they always have something real to hold onto and look back on. Images that remind them who they were in this season and how deeply they are loved.
Sessions with me are relaxed and easy. I guide you through planning, outfits, and posing so you never have to wonder what to do, and afterward I help you turn your images into artwork designed for your home, not files forgotten on a hard drive.
I’m a mom of three and a Marine Corps veteran, and I know how fast life moves. If things feel busy or imperfect right now, you are actually in the perfect season for photos.
Let’s create something you’ll love seeing every day.
New Bern family and senior photographer creating artwork that feels like home.
I'm Allie
didn’t grow up with many photos of myself, and for a long time I didn’t feel like I truly belonged. Seeing a photo of myself and the family at my grandparents’ house changed that. It made me feel seen, loved, and like I belonged somewhere.
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A snapshot into my life
The people, places, and everyday moments that inspire how I photograph yours.
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My kids are my whole world. They are loud, funny, stubborn, tender, and endlessly growing. They are the reason I believe photographs matter so deeply. Time moves fast. One season blends into the next. Capturing them as they are right now reminds me to slow down and be present. Motherhood shapes the way I see light, emotion, and connection in every family I photograph.
My three boys
My kids
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I love exploring new places. Wandering unfamiliar streets, studying architecture, watching how light hits buildings in different cities. Travel stretches perspective. It reminds me that beauty exists everywhere and that every family has a story shaped by where they have been. Adventure fuels my creativity and keeps my work fresh and inspired.
Chicago Bean
Tourism / Travel
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Concerts are my reset button. There is something powerful about standing in a stadium with thousands of people singing the same song. It is energy, emotion, memory all at once. Music has a way of anchoring moments in time. That feeling is what I chase in my photography too. Not perfection, but presence. Not posed, but felt.
Metallica 2025 - Charlotte
Concerts
Allie made the entire experience fun and effortless, and my New Bern senior session turned out better than I ever imagined..
new bern, nc
Laura R.
I've never felt more beautiful.
Kind Words
I always wanted family portraits but didn’t know where to start. Allie guided us every step of the way and created timeless images that truly made our house feel like home.
NEW BERN, NC
Laura b.
We finally have family portraits we truly love.
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I wasn’t sure what to expect with kids, but Allie was amazing with them and took her time to get everything right. We’ve now done three sessions and love every one.
New Bern, NC
Josh M.
Allie makes photo sessions easy, even with kids.
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Allie made everything simple from start to finish, and the senior photos and album turned out fantastic. We’ll definitely be back for future milestones.
New BERN, NC
TOM S.
The entire process was simple from start to finish.
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Her patience and talent made all the difference, and the photos turned out amazing.
New Bern, NC
Nadine S.
My daughter hates photos, but Allie captured beautiful images anyway.
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Allie was so kind and patient with us and our puppy, and the entire session felt easy and enjoyable from start to finish.
New Bern, NC
Lovay s.
She made us feel completely relaxed, and the photos were amazing.
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Artwork
Your family’s story deserves to be seen and celebrated. From session planning to finished artwork, I help you transform your favorite images into beautiful pieces designed for your home, so the people and moments you love are always close.
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