Hi, I'm Payton!

Photographer, memory keeper, and professional feeler of all the feels

I’m a proud wife and mama of two little wild ones — titles I hold closest to my heart (yes, even more than “photographer,” and that’s saying a lot). I've lived all over Arizona, but moved to the East Valley when I got married in 2020... that's right, we tied the knot right before the whole world shut down and the TP crisis began!

These days, life is beautifully chaotic, full of love, and fueled by caffeine. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I’ve been photographing life since 2016 — it all started in high school with family graduations, camping trips, and birthdays. I was always the one with the camera, chasing light and laughter before I even realized photography was my thing.

Then I became a mom, and everything changed.

Now, I reach for my camera not just for the big milestones, but for the tiny, quiet moments —  baking cookies, snuggles on the couch, and family walks. I photograph to hold onto my kids’ childhoods... and I want to help you do the same.

When you book with me, you're not just getting pretty photos — you're getting someone who truly understands. As a mom, I know how quickly the days fly by, and how precious it is to freeze those fleeting moments.

Whether you're celebrating the next stage of life or chasing after little ones — I get it. As someone who’s usually behind the camera too, I know it can feel awkward at first. That’s why I keep sessions laid-back and fun, so you can relax and enjoy the moment while I capture the magic.

Let’s create something real together — memories you’ll never want to forget.