Austin had a background in photography, as his father was a photographer, and he taught me everything he knew. However, like most of photographers there was some youtube university, real life application and trial and error.  As a former banker I knew investing in education and myself was key.  Eventually I took private courses, yearly workshops and conferences and having a mentor has been essential. 

How did you learn?

The name evolved as our focus changed, however what remained the same was "Black Tie". Very simply the first thing we knew that we wanted for our wedding, and bought, was Austin's black tie. Its timeless. That same day we found a black bow tie for his little brother. He too passed shortly after we married and we inherited that same bow tie. Now it sits in a frame in our office. It's a reminder of the signifiance of our roles as photograhers. The oppurtinuty we have to capture you, your family friends that are there with you that night, as who knows when you'll all be together again. 

Whats with the name BT&C?

I took the leap in 2015. My husband Austin gifted me a camera for our anniversary in 2014 and I've never looked back.

How long have you been a photographer

Since my first job at the age of 17 they've revolved around real estate and financing. So logically I landed a successful career in the banking world, specifically in the default compliance world.  I had a great boss and loved my career and the path in front of me so it was not easy to make a switch, but my heart was needing a change. 

What did you do before photography?

While I enjoyed my banking career I was seeking something with more freedom. I'm a creative at heart, from a young age I was a musician and loved art. Austin and I both have lost our fathers and other loved ones so photographs of them became priceless. My father in law was a photographer, we inherited some of his equipment and that lit my creative spark.

Why photography?

Past, Present and Future