Welcome!

My name is Summer, I'm thrilled you’re here! Please hang out and take a look around. I’m a lifestyle photographer, based right here in the beautiful town of Gilbert, Arizona. Although, my dream job is to become an ice cream taste tester (yum!) until that extraordinary opportunity arises, I am happily pursuing my career as a photographer.

I work hard to take your ordinary moments and make them extraordinary. I Specialize in wedding and family photography with an emphasis on portraying authentic emotions and personalities; helping you feel comfortable and inviting you to just be yourself results in capturing authentic photos. I genuinely enjoy making new connections and building meaningful relationships. If you'd like to connect don't hesitate to find me on social media, or continue scrolling to reach out directly.

Ready to have some fun!!??…I am!

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A bride and groom dancing together at their wedding reception, surrounded by guests, in a dimly lit venue.

How I work

I work hard to take your ordinary moments and make them extraordinary. I specialize in wedding and family photography with an emphasis on portraying authentic emotions and personalities. My approach is simple: when you feel comfortable and invited to just be yourself, the photos come out naturally beautiful.

Whether I'm documenting your wedding day in Gilbert, capturing your family at the Salt River, or photographing your engagement session at Desert Botanical Garden, my goal is always the same—to create images that feel genuinely like you.

I genuinely enjoy making new connections and building meaningful relationships with my clients. If you'd like to connect, don't hesitate to find me on social media, or continue scrolling to reach out directly.

Let’s work together!

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Engagement Photography

Your engagement is an exciting chapter in your love story! Let's celebrate it with photos that capture your connection in a natural, authentic way. From desert landscapes to urban settings, we'll find the perfect Gilbert or Phoenix-area location that reflects your style as a couple.

What I Offer:

  • 1+ hour sessions with outfit changes

  • Location guidance and suggestions

  • Natural, editorial-style photography

  • FREE when you book a full-day wedding!

$350 | View Engagement Portfolio | See Pricing

A bride and groom looking out a window, with natural light illuminating their faces, inside a rustic brick-walled venue.

Wedding Photography

From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, I capture the authentic story of your wedding day. With over a decade of experience photographing weddings throughout the Phoenix area, I know how to document every beautiful moment—the tears during vows, the laughter during toasts, and all the joy in between.

What I Offer:

  • Full-day and custom wedding coverage

  • Photojournalistic style with natural direction

  • Fast 3-4 week turnaround time

  • All hi-resolution images included

  • Second photographer on full-day weddings

  • Experience at top Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Phoenix venues

Starting at $1,800 | View Wedding Portfolio | See Pricing

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Family Photography

Life moves fast, and your family is always growing and changing. Let's capture this moment—right now—with photos that feel authentic and true to who you are. Whether we're exploring the golden light at Agritopia Orchard, playing at the Riparian Preserve, or keeping it cozy with an in-home lifestyle session, we'll create images you'll treasure forever.

What I Offer:

  • 1-hour sessions at your favorite locations

  • Lifestyle and outdoor sessions

  • Extended family sessions for large groups

  • Seasonal mini sessions

  • Quick 1-week turnaround

Starting at $250 | View Family Portfolio | See Pricing

Kind words...

Chelsea & Trey

Summer is an awesome person and an amazing photographer. As a photographer myself, I was extremely picky in my search for someone to take my engagement pictures and she definitely exceeded my hopes. Her photographs truly capture our relationship. She was creative, diverse, knowledgeable, understanding and flexible.  She worked with us to set the time and we had an amazing experience.  I would recommend her to anyone!

Sarah & Derek

Summer no joke is the absolute best photographer! She went way above and beyond to help me with our wedding! Her photos are breath taking. She captured every amazing moment of our wedding.

My Process

I've been photographing families and weddings in the Phoenix Valley for over a decade. My clients are my number one priority, which means I make the process fun, easy, and stress-free!

What to Expect:

1. We Connect Reach out via my contact form, email, or phone. We'll chat about your vision, timeline, and any questions you have.

2. We Plan Once you book, I'll send you helpful guides about locations, what to wear, and what to expect. We'll plan every detail together.

3. We Shoot On session or wedding day, I'll make you feel comfortable and natural. My approach is relaxed and fun—you'll actually enjoy being photographed!

4. You Get Your Photos - FAST

  • Family, Engagement & Senior Sessions: 1 week turnaround

  • Weddings: 3-4 weeks (with sneak peeks in 24-48 hours!)

I know you're anxious to see all your beautiful photos—I am equally excited to share them!

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