You Deserve More Than Just a Photographer.



You deserve someone who gets it.


Who sees you.


Who knows how freaking awkward it feels to be in front of a camera—and doesn’t try to force you into something you’re not.


I’m Art! I’ve been photographing love stories, life moments, and raw, emotional human connection for 15 years—and I’m still just as obsessed with it as I was on day one.

 

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What I Bring (Besides the Camera)


  • A hype-person who hypes you
  • A calming presence when your nerves kick in
  • A sharp eye for light, real moments, and small details
  • The ability to make even the most camera-shy humans feel good
  • A deep respect for your story—however it unfolds

Who I Photograph:


You. In all your messy, honest, imperfect, beautiful realness.

I work with couples, families, and individuals who want more than staged smiles and Pinterest poses. You might be eloping on a mountaintop or holding hands in your living room. Either way, I’m in—fully.

Love is love here.

All bodies, all backgrounds, all identities, all stories.

This is an inclusive space. Always has been. Always will be.


My Philosophy:

I don’t shoot for Instagram. I shoot for you.

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all timelines, over-posed moments, or the pressure to be “perfect.”

You don’t need to perform to be worthy of beautiful photos. You just need to be.

My job? To create a space where you feel comfortable being exactly who you are—and then capture it in a way that feels true.

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A Bit More About Me

(the human behind the lens)

  • I’m based in Akron, Ohio but I’ll travel anywhere for a good story (and good tacos).
  • I drink way too much coffee.
  • I’m a sucker for moody light, happy tears, and offbeat love.
  • If you bring your dog to the session, I will treat it like the goodest dogo it is!.
  • Queer-owned and Proud about it.

Why I Still Do This After 15 Years:

Because it matters.


Because seeing someone feel seen is the best damn feeling in the world.


Because no two stories are the same, and that makes every session magic.


Your love, your connection, your chaos, your softness—it's all worthy of being documented.


And I’d be honored to do it.

Clients Say

"We didn’t just hire a photographer — we gained a hype man, a calm presence, and a new friend. Art made us laugh when we were anxious, helped us feel grounded when things got chaotic, and somehow captured every little moment we didn’t even realize was happening. These photos? They’re pure magic."

Sam & Tyler | Cleveland, OH

Clients Say

"Art is a freakin’ wizard. Our wedding was wild, emotional, and chaotic — and somehow, every single photo looks like a still from a movie. He caught the tears, the tequila shots, the dance floor chaos… and all the love in between."

Jess & Dani | Canton, OH

Clients Say

"We didn’t just hire a photographer — we gained a hype man, a calm presence, and a new friend. Art made us laugh when we were anxious, helped us feel grounded when things got chaotic, and somehow captured every little moment we didn’t even realize was happening. These photos? They’re pure magic."

Sam & Tyler | Cleveland, OH

Clients Say

"We eloped in a greenhouse with six guests and a whole lot of nerves. Art made it feel like the biggest celebration in the world. He captured the quiet in-between moments that meant everything to us. We cry every time we look at our gallery."

Nico & Eli | Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Clients Say

"From the first email, we knew we found our person. Art didn’t just take our photos — he felt our story. The laughs, the hugs, the happy tears… it’s all there. This was the best decision we made (besides marrying each other)."

Courtney & Maya | Lakewood, OH