I was totally thrilled to have a hang out session with Allison!    We previously met at one of Amanda’s great Q&A’s and she also did mentoring with Kiwi Marie Photography doing GRACIE’s newborn pictures!   So we had met a few times!    I couldn’t believe she asked me of all people for help….  but feeling like she was in a rut…  I think it is no secret that one thing I do have is motivation.    So while her images are already great!   I was so pumped to help motivate her a bit, my favorite thing!    We all fall into creative slumps, and sometimes the best way out is to talk to other photographers….. be inspired by what works for them, or just share ideas, and talk.

We had a great time and sat at Panera over coffee for a while!    The most awesome part about mentoring or helping other people is that I always walk away learning something or feeling inspired myself.    I also left knowing so much more about Allison.   She is so inspiring because she is battling with some health issues…. something we so often take for granted… just FEELING NORMAL!  She does awesome facing her challenges and she’s ready to step her game up.    She is a total perfectionist with her images, just like I can be at times.   If we stare at one too long it no longer seems amazing!   Oh that’s the worst!   She loves to research everything photography, read blogs, tutorials and learn…. love this girl!!!    I’m excited to shoot alongside her in the future, and I’m so glad that I could help and that we could become friends.

Here is her Facebook page and her website.    Go check out adorable Gracie on the front page!!!!!   Durham People, Allison is based out of Cary so make sure you go follow her!