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Wild Edge Studio, State Route 179, Sedona, AZ (2026)

10/29/2018

What things can’t YOU live without?

I’ll be honest, washing my face, coffee and a good stretch gets my day started on the right foot. And then around 2:30... I need to reboot with another coffee ☕️

Today, I’m working from a small corner in the cafeteria at St. Jude Children’s Hospital while I wait for them to call me back to recovery for my daughter. I can’t believe it’s been almost two years now since we found out she had brain cancer 😦 Time sure does fly!

Thankfully the Lord saw fit to let us continue to enjoy her sass and smiles much longer and for that I’m so grateful. Today is just a routine check up and then we’ll be back to life as usual in a few days. 🛫

Whenever I travel, a notebook, my phone, headphones and computer accompany me ALWAYS... I consider it a privilege to be able to run a business while on the road even for personal things and it’s a life I wouldn’t trade for the world.

Now it’s your turn! What are some of your day-to-day MUST HAVES? ✨

10/28/2018

Maybe you’re a dedicated follower...maybe you’re new...either way, I want you to know that I use this account to help introduce the world to me and the work I do as a photographer. 📸

I hope it doesn’t sound boastful to say I’m proud of my creative process and how it directly affects and radiates through each of my clients on the spot during a shoot! Because if I may be so bold, I think you might be into it, too! 💛

I like to think of my business as the perfect, personal touch for all life’s loveliest moments. If you want to know more about what I offer, please, reach out at [email protected] or simply comment below and I'll be in touch! ✨

10/27/2018

I like to think of myself as a “super-dorky-introverted-with-extrovert-tendencies” type of gal and over the past year since relocating across the country, I have had the pleasure of working with clients who have challenged the very limits of what I thought I was capable of.⠀

You know when you have that group of friends or as us millennials might say your “day-ones” that have been by your side one crazy dream after the next, cheering you on and supporting you over a cliff (where are my Scandal fans at 🙋🏽‍♀️)? Well sometimes I feel like my clients fit that bill.

Of course I love that my clients keep me in business. I love more that they recommend me to their friends and families, but honestly what I love the most about them is that they consistently broaden my horizons and entrust me to do what I love. Take Ashley, owner of Amour de Sucre, for example. From the day I met this chick, I just knew we’d become friends! She’s pretty awesome and her desserts seriously take the cake... haha 😂 see what I did there! I warned you, I’m as dorky as they come!⠀

Cheers to my clients, both present and future... hope you’re one of them soon!

And Ashley... I can’t wait for the JT concert!! 💃🏽✨

10/26/2018

I do this every now and again, and it’s always a challenge to introduce myself for the first time to those of you who are new around here, while still sharing something unfamiliar with those who’ve known me a while. ⠀
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Funny thing about me, though, I’m always up for a challenge! ⠀
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So hi! 👋🏼 I’m Chrystien but those closest to me usually call me Sunshine, primarily my mom... hey mom!⠀
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I’m a photographer and graphic designer but as a kid I always thought I’d grow up to be lawyer. 👩🏽‍💼⠀
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I’m passionate about what I do as a photographer because I get to create some serious magic with this beautiful little black device... I’m talking ground. breaking. 😋⠀
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And as a graphic designer because I get to work with other creatives and small business owners in changing or updating their visual presence as it aligns with the vision of their company. 👩🏽‍💻⠀
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I never take for granted that I have the opportunity to infuse my creativity into other’s lives and businesses. It’s pretty awesome actually!⠀

Some fun facts:
• A perfect day for me always includes waking up to kiss my babies.
• I can’t go more than a few hours without getting sidetracked from whatever I’m doing... let’s call it a mental break 😉
• If I were confined to eating a single item of food for the rest of my life it would be tacos.
• My jam right now is Better When I’m Dancin’ by Meghan Trainor and the last movie I saw in the theatre was Mission Impossible-Fallout—SO. GOOD. But I’m really looking forward to seeing The Upside with Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston. It looks really good 🤗
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It’s nice to meet ya! ⠀
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Now who are YOU?👇🏼What’s your favorite food or movie?✨

📸: Hillarie Mae Photography

10/25/2018

When I was a sophomore in college I remember thinking I never want to look back on my life’s path and regret not taking opportunities due to fear of the unknown.⠀

Life thus far has not always been smooth sailing but I can say, I’ve taken full advantage of every opportunity I thought might serve me well (whether it actually did or not). I’ve taken some great advice along the way and some that was not so good but that’s life, right?⠀

“What you call an ending, the Creator calls a beginning—the end for a caterpillar is just the beginning for the butterfly.”⠀

10/23/2018

What’s the best thing you did so far this summer?

I know for most people, fall has set in and you're wearing cozy sweaters and cute boots, but here in Arizona it's still a bit warm. Of course, if you're from here you might disagree but this Michigan-bred chick is still HOT! 🔥

If I had to distill 2018 into its best part, I'd honestly have to say we'll see after I take my kids to their first state fair this weekend.

The one thing I wanted most from starting my own business, was having the freedom to just do whatever with my family whenever we wanted. I know lately I’ve been a workaholic, but every now and then, I remember how important it is to wind it down once in a while.

If you had to pick just one, what would it be? ✨

10/23/2018

A couple months back I did an engagement session giveaway and it was soooo much fun!

Honestly, planning was a little bit stressful but it was totally worth it and I'm so glad that I had an amazing team of vendors to collaborate with and this awesome couple for winning.

LaReisha and Jeff thank you so much for being my first giveaway winners! I seriously couldn't have asked for a better couple to shoot with. I can't wait to hear more about your wedding plans!

Florals: Arizona Florations
Rentals: Fancy Lou Designs
Desserts: Baby Jane's Custom Desserts
Hair & Makeup: Amber Rose Makeup
Skirt: Stephanie Lindsey (thank you!!)
Styling & Photography: Yours truly Willow Craft Co.

10/22/2018

Today I need to thank you. 🙏

Yes, YOU! My lovely readers, followers, past and future clients for your hilarious comments, awesome suggestions, and your constant support!

More than you could possibly realize, you help me to rise to new challenges with the questions and requests you throw my way. I find inspiration in your everyday musings and seriously just couldn't fathom where my business might be without you.

I really thought you ought to know that, boo! 😉

Love you. Mean it! ✨

10/22/2018

Yo! Sometimes my mind wonders. Not "Hmm, what should I eat today?" but more like "Why do we call them French fries when they're really from Belgium?" type of wondering... anyone else like that? 🍟

If your curiosity is anything like mine, then we are going to be such great friends, haha! And if your musings happened to involve how I shoot portraits or outside weddings with harsh light, today I'm sharing 3 key insights.

1️⃣ I use a small aperture, for those who aren't camera savvy, it just means that I only allow a limited amount of light to enter my lens.

2️⃣ When positioning my clients, rather than finding a shaded area, I tell them to find their shadows and face that way. Facing away from the sun reduces the harsh light and shadows that may fall on their faces.

3️⃣ I typically bring my huge 5-part reflector thing-a-ma-bobber and use it to bounce light back onto my clients as they are facing away from the sun.

More questions? Fire away!

I'd love to SHED SOME LIGHT on my process.✨
See what I did there 😂

10/21/2018

It's easy to feel like entrepreneurship is hard or daunting. There are times when I think I must have been insane to ever have chosen this life.

BUT...

In those moments I remind myself of the nicest thing one of my clients' said about not only my business but about me a few years ago:

"She was the first of our meet and greets with photographers but after meeting with her, we knew that she was the perfect fit for our wedding. She really connected with us and saw our vision through on the wedding day. Seriously can't say enough about her!"

It means so much to receive this kind of feedback and it's always the thing that keeps me pressing on.

I literally drove to another state to meet with that couple and I was determined (I had only done two weddings prior to them so I was still a newbie) to make a great impression... it's safe to say I did just that!

I'm here to connect with you, friends! If you have any questions I can answer about photography, drop a line below or shoot me a message!

Can't wait to connect! ✨

10/19/2018

I LOVE getting to know exactly who you are! ❤️

Today is Get to Know Your Customers Day so it seems only right that I take a post to dig deep into getting to know YOU. 🎉

So tell me, can you answer one of the following questions...

1) What's the one food you could never tire of?
2) What's a song you secretly love but might be embarrassed to play with your friends around?
3) What's the best gift you've ever given?

I can't wait to read your comments! I especially can't wait to hear from you! ✨

10/14/2018

For those of you that are new here... welcome!

It would be rude of me not to introduce myself, right? And for those that have been here a while, thanks for sticking around... y’all are the real MVPs 😉

Anyway, I hope you learn a little something new about me today. How about we do this like a game show lightning round?

🔸Name: Chrystien
🔹Business: Photography and Graphic Design
🔸Years in the field: 2+ years
🔹Hometown: Detroit, MI... the Great Lake state
🔸Favorite food: Tacos, pasta and pizza 😋
🔹Got-to-Outfit: Anything striped or polka-dotted
🔸First pet: Black Rottweiler named Queen 🐶
🔹Pet peeve: Liars
🔸Weekend hobby: Currently just working on a business project 👩🏽‍💻
🔹Ice cream flavor: Strawberry cheesecake and Classic Vanilla 🍨
🔸Dream vacation: Backpacking Europe for a month
🔹Guilty pleasure: McDonalds fries... large with a Sweet Tea 😂🤷🏽‍♀️

So there you have it. Anything surprise you? Sound just like you? Make you wonder how the heck your potential wedding photographer could be such a carb-aholic?

Don’t leave me hanging... share something so I get to know you better too! ✨

Photo brought to you by a parking lot selfie 😊

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