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There's not enough time for me to unload all of my creativity and ramblings in blog form, but I doubt you have enough time to read them, anyway! So, I'll do my absolute best to only share what is most likely to benefit you, and help you get to know me a little better personally and as a photographer.
Hi, I'm Tammy!
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What is the Image of the Year Contest? Little Leapling Photography and TEKimages has nominated one AMAZING photograph from each photo session in 2025. You, as an audience, will vote on your favorite photograph below. The images with the most votes will receive some fantastic prizes! ROUND 1How do I Vote for an Image? Voting […]
Exploring Sunset Zoo: A Photographer’s Paradise in the Heart of Kansas Nestled in the rolling Flint Hills just minutes from downtown Manhattan, Sunset Zoo is more than a community zoo. It’s an immersive wildlife destination that blends conservation, interactive exhibits, and scenic landscapes into a photographer’s dream setting. With more than 300 animals representing over […]
Manhattan’s Museum of Art + Light opened in November 2024. Local social media groups critiqued the design and necessity for another museum so close in proximity to the Flint Hills Discovery Center. And after opening, there were plenty of mixed reviews on the exhibits being worth the cost of entry. But, when I finally visited […]
Have you visited the Cat Cafe in Manhattan, KS, yet? No? You are totally missing out! The Little Apple’s favorite pet store, Sunflower Pet, moved into their new location at 3236 Kimball Avenue and officially opened their doors on December 29, 2024. On June 4, 2025, Manhattan’s first Cat Cafe opened as the purrfect place […]
Each year on International Flat Day, I try to at least make a social media post to bring awareness to my journey to loving my body as a flattie. This year, I get to show off my brand new mastectomy tattoo! This masterpiece has been a long time coming. After suffering through the pain and […]
For a few years now, with an empty nest in sight, my goal has been to become a family travel photographer. Imagine having a super fun and energetic professional photographer traveling with your family on your next vacation. We are going to get such incredible pictures of your adventures! Over the next five years, I’ll […]
There are many hidden treasures in Kansas. But, if you haven’t been to Wilson State Park, you are depriving yourself of some of the most amazing landscapes not just in Kansas, but in the entire country. When I found out I was moving to Kansas from California in 2011, I pictured endless fields of corn […]
It’s time for your Annual Family Photos! If you aren’t somehow documenting your family’s growth each year, I promise you will regret it. Our babies grow up so quickly! The number one reason families do not invest in high quality photos every year is cost. The second reason? Most people’s experience with family photos is […]
Two years ago, I had the honor of photographing Colton’s one year old milestone photos along with some beautiful family pictures. Last month, I got to do the same for his little sister! I like to call these sessions “Family Milestones”. Whenever someone reaches out to me for a one year old milestone session all […]
Are you wondering if your home is good enough for newborn photos? Are you worried it’s too dark? Too small? Perhaps too messy? This featured gallery on Fort Riley is a great example for you! In addition to difficult shooting conditions, this particular session included 3 babies under 3. I’ll include several before and after […]
