Behind the Lens

hey, hi, hello!

LGBTQIA+ Friend

Collector of "Little Treasures"

Matcha Girlie

Loud Laugher

AI/ChatGPT Hater


 

Based in Springfield, MO photographing seniors, college graduates, and small businesses since 2016

It's Leigh like "Lee"!

 


My mission as your photographer is to create meaningful, confidence-building experiences that showcase your individuality, creativity, and self-expression during this season of becoming. We don't do "basic" around here.


To give you a bit of my story, it all started when I was 14 and got my first "real" camera. Imagine a LOT of cool photos of raindrops on leaves and edgy self-portraits with cringey, vague text overlays from a moody 8th grader. I dabbled in various art mediums like drawing, graphic design, and watercolor, but my deepest roots are in photography. Since 8th grade, I’ve moved away from taking pictures of deep quotes on index cards and have found my passion for senior and grad photography! I graduated from Missouri State University in 2020 with plans to pursue a career in Interior Design, but I found myself more and more in love with the experiences I discovered through the lens. I decided to bet on myself and have been a full-time photographer since November 2024.


If you're into personality types and astrology, I am an INFP, an Enneagram type 9, and a Pisces. Basically, I'm an empath, a creative, and maybe a little unfiltered (though I don't know which assessment that comes from.)


I take pride in being the same person behind the screen as I am face-to-face. If you're feeling it, I cannot wait to work together!



 

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Fun Facts

 

I will likely slip into speaking in different accents, with my top two being Australian and British (OH NAUR!)

I have two Howl's Moving Castle tattoos - it's my all-time favorite movie (I love so many Studio Ghibli movies though.)

I have watched Bob's Burgers more times than I can count. Like, I am 90% sure I could quote entire episodes at this point.

imagine this: you and me. in your inbox. chatting about your session.