Connecting with Nature as a Form of Rest 2025 has been a hard year for many. For some, the best year by far, but for others, difficult circumstances have made this year challenging. For me, 2025 brought a fast-paced life intertwined with grief and loss. As a business owner, it’s difficult to keep it all going on a good day …
My Favorite Spots for Family Portrait Sessions: Why I Love North Park
Finding the perfect location for a family portrait session can make all the difference in capturing memories that truly reflect your family’s personality. That’s why I’m so excited to share one of my all-time favorite spots: North Park. Whether your family includes little ones, furry friends, or both, this versatile location offers the perfect backdrop for timeless photos. Why North …
How to Document Your Family’s Adventures and Create Stunning Wall Art in 2025
As we step into 2025, there’s something special about reflecting on the moments that shape our lives and thinking about how to preserve them. This year could be the perfect time to turn those cherished memories into beautiful artwork that fills your home with warmth and meaning. Why Turn Adventures into Artwork? 40×30 Metal artwork Imagine walking into your living …
The Art of Storytelling: Choosing the Right Photos for Your Family Album
Creating Your Timeless Family Heirloom A fine art album is more than just a collection of photos – it’s a visual narrative that captures the heart and soul of your family’s story. Thoughtfully selecting the right images ensures your album reflects cherished memories in a meaningful and beautiful way. Creating a fine art album allows you to preserve precious moments, …
Mental Health Awareness Month
Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 American adults will have a diagnosable mental health condition in any given year or that the number of U.S. adults with anxiety disorders is 42.5 million? Those numbers are staggering to me and I am grateful that in 2024, our communities are more open to discussing these issues and we are working together …
3 Tips for Finding Perfect Photography Session Locations
Choosing the perfect location Choosing the right location for a photography session can significantly enhance the quality and appeal of your photos. From scenic landscapes to urban backdrops, the possibilities are endless. In this blog post, we’ll explore three essential tips to help you discover the perfect locations for your photography sessions. Consider the Theme and Style The first step …
Announcing Our New Brand: Compass Rose Photography
New Year, New Brand This year, we celebrate 7 years in business and things have been moving and shaking around here lately. I am extremely excited to announce that as of February 2024, Believe Create Inspire will now be known as Compass Rose Photography, LLC. New Logo and brand colors For some time now, I have been wrapping my head …
Behind the Lens at Compass Rose Photography
Hello and welcome! 👋🏻 If you’re new here, I’m delighted to have you join me. It has been a while since I have popped on here to introduce myself. With a passion for creativity and making a difference in this world, in 2018, I founded my photography business. Whether you’re seeking to capture personal moments, build a creative brand, or …
My Top Resources for Small Business Owners
A Dynamic Duo for planning and progress Running a small business is both exciting and hard. When you add in life and other responsibilities, sometimes it can be overwhelming to manage it all. I have been in business since 2018 (I can hardly believe it) and have utilized many tools, apps, planner styles, trainings and more. Two of my most …
2024: The Year of Intention & Creativity
Welcome to 2024: A Year of Intention & Creativity Welcome to 2024! For me, this year holds immense promise and potential for personal and professional growth. As I embark on this journey, I am committed to making it my year—a year of intentional actions, meaningful connections, and creative abundance. Year over year, I choose a word to focus on. Mainly …










