ABOUT

We all have stories inside of us. As a storyteller, I want to share your stories and memories by capturing them one by one. But before I can tell your story, I want share mine.

I live in Frederick, where there are mountains (hills to some), stars, fields, and greenery all around me. I am blessed to have a husband, two adult children, and a granddaughter. My daddy calls me a health freak because I love raw, healthy food and trying new recipes. In fact, I talk a lot about food and healthy living, so much that people get weary of it. I don’t like reading instruction manuals, and I can be stubborn. God is at the center of my life, along with my family and appreciation of life.

I garden. I build miniature dollhouse rooms and furniture for my granddaughter. I love working on my family’s mini-farm, and scour the Internet (especially Instagram!) every night for recipes and news. But most of all, I love chatting with my husband, my children, and my grandchild.

As a photographer, once I get behind the camera, it’s hard to pry me away. I want the subject to feel relaxed, comfortable, and authentic — and so I become fully engrossed in the subject and the act of capturing moments. I become very connected to who or what is in front of the camera, and make sure it’s a fun, meaningful session. When I see the results of my hard work on the computer screen, everything falls into place. That’s when I feel happy and content.

For visual captures of my life, follow me on Instagram under bluebrightstar (but if you really like food, fun, and crafts, check me out at scootersunderthestars).