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Manhattan, KS
It was just shy of my twelve year mark in Manhattan, KS that a client told me to go check out Roger Schultz Park just up the road. It’s hard to believe I’ve been a photographer for 10 years in Manhattan and had never heard of this park. Roger Schultz Community Park, formerly known as […]
Check out this list of must see hidden gems in Kansas. Whether you are new to Kansas or a native, you won’t want to skip this! I was living in Bay Area California when I found out that my family would be moving to Kansas. After a year in San Diego, 5 years in Santa […]
When I decided to become a professional photographer, I had no idea just how many specialties I’d have to master. Marketing and accounting are obvious ones. But, in addition to becoming a master of light, I was forced to become proficient in everything from newborn health/safety and customer relations to contractual law and meteorology. And […]
Have you ever made it out to Pet Poolooza in Manhattan? Whether you are a dog owner or not, this is a Manhappiness must see! Pet Poolooza happens at the end of the swim season each year in Manhattan. Before they drain the water out of the pools, they open one of them up to […]
I held my first photo session in Aggieville in March 2014. I took some sweet pictures of the family in Triangle Park, spent some time being cute in Varsity Donuts, then headed out back by the food truck. It was a blast and the donut pictures were absolutely adorable. Yep, I still have those pictures […]
Warner Memorial Park is more of a preservation than urban park. This park is located on the southwest side of Manhattan and features long trails through hills and dense trees. Warner is a sprawling park with beautiful tallgrass across stunning hills year round. In the Spring, Summer, and Fall, the wooded areas are perfect for […]
Geary Lake Falls, located just south of Junction City, is one of the most beautiful spots to visit in Kansas.
Just off of Highway 177 about 3 miles south of Manhattan, the Konza Prairie Kansas Valley lookout point provides some of the best sunset views in the region. This spot is also commonly known as the Scenic Overlook. Just look off to the left side of the highway as you are heading into Manhappiness and […]
Just under the bridge coming into Manhattan, KS, the Fairmont Boat Ramp provides a great spot for pictures along the Kansas River shore. Turn onto McDowell Creek Road just south of the bridge on Highway 18/177 then take the first right. The road winds down through a beautiful wooded area and dead ends at the […]
