Why I Keep Learning – My Journey of Photography Education & Studio Growth in Taunton MN

Twenty years ago, I picked up my first camera with the dream of capturing life’s fleeting beauty. Since then, my journey has taken me from Utah back to South Dakota, South Dakota to Oklahoma, Oklahoma to Colorado, and Colorado to Minnesota, from small beginnings to opening my luxury studio in Taunton MN, and from self-taught artist to online educator under the legendary Ana Brandt.

But even after thousands of sessions—newborns, weddings, seniors, and commercial projects—I study every year. Photography, technology, and marketing evolve constantly, and I believe my clients deserve the best that modern tools and education can offer. I attend workshops, refine editing with Evoto and Topaz AI, and deepen my knowledge of SEO, social media, and client experience so I can bring that value to my clients and to the photographers I teach.

Lifelong learning isn’t optional—it’s the heart of growth. Every baby I photograph, every business I help brand, and every photographer I mentor reminds me that excellence isn’t a destination; it’s a commitment. From my small-town studio to clients across the Midwest, I’m proof that roots can grow into something extraordinary when passion, perseverance, and purpose guide every frame.