What an incredible year it has been—filled with joy, growth, and milestones I’ll cherish forever. At the start of the year, I chose one word to embody my goal: EXPLODE.

And explode, I did! My business has blossomed into the dream I envisioned years ago. If 13-year-old Cassidy could see me now, she’d be over the moon.

My love for photography started with a camera gifted one Christmas—a Nikon D3200 that ignited a passion I couldn’t ignore. From photographing my dog, Tiki Blue, to snapping portraits of friends and family, I honed my craft until I found my true calling: weddings.

That calling has taken me on an extraordinary journey, from second-shooting for talented Kansas City photographers to shooting my first solo wedding during my freshman year of college. Fast forward to today, countless weddings later, I’m living my dream as a full-time wedding photographer.

Photography isn’t just my job—it’s my life’s work. Every inquiry brings me joy, and every gallery I deliver feels like a piece of my heart I get to share. The incredible opportunities and recognitions I’ve received this year have been humbling:

Best Wedding Photographer Nominee by Wed KC

Rising Star Award Nominee by Wed KC

Trailblazer Award Nominee by Wed KC

Best Wedding Photographer Runner-Up by The Pitch

Best Engagement Photographer Runner-Up by The Pitch

Best Boudoir Photographer Finalist by The Pitch

Best Photography Business Finalist by The Pitch

Best Wedding Photographer Finalist by Kansas City Magazine

Best Photographer Winner by CommunityVotes

I never could have achieved any of it without my amazing family, friends, and clients. Thank you for taking a chance on me. Thank you for supporting me throughout the years. Thank you for trusting me with your once-in-a-lifetime memories. Thank you for cheering me on every step of the way. Thank you for investing in my career. Thank you for giving me a life I'm beyond grateful for. Thank you for everything.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being part of my journey. Here’s to creating even more magic in 2025 and beyond!