Last month we brought Ember Sessions to Huntsville, AL (see some of the photos here) and I was so blown away by the profound impact it had on my spirit. What a blessing it was to hug on a few sweet ladies (my little sister included... can you see the resemblance?), tell them how incredibly beautiful their hearts and stories are and make a little magic together. 

Recently, I've developed quite the affinity for making these fun behind-the-scenes videos. I love the movement and mood that watching shoots unfold brings and I have such fun looking back on some of my favorite moments in time. By the way, how cute is my sister?!

Wow, another month has come and gone... ain't that just the way!? May started off a little rocky (I caught a springtime bug) but is looking up because today I'm off to Los Angeles with Ginny from Sleepy Fox Photography! We'll be in town for a whirlwind week of photoshoots, exploring (so happy to welcome that series back to the blog) and wedding dress shopping with Rue De Seine and Green Wedding Shoes! I couldn't be more excited for everything that's on the horizon.

Since I'll be away from home base this week, things might be a little quiet on the blog but fear not. A new season of slow blogging might be just what I need to produce even better content for this space. Stay tuned for engagement photos, new projects and some fun things that have been taking place behind the scenes. Happy May!

what's in my suitcase (and what I wish was)

photos by Sleepy Fox Photography

urban outfitters nose ring, free people shirt, boohoo hat c/o

This space, Hazel + Scout, has become such a respite for me. I have loved every single moment of sharing with you and growing myself as an artist for the last several years. I have such wonderful plans for growing this little brand of mine and continuing to share the things that inspire me and the work that I am doing. That being said, I've reached a point where blogging every day just isn't as fulfilling as it once was...

I was struck by the idea of "slow blogging" after seeing a favorite site transition to the slower paced, more intentional way of documenting things. Often I am up late at night, after a busy day of parenting, shooting and keeping up with a home, racking my brain to find something to blog about. It can be exhausting and you're often left with posts that don't have a ton of substance. Nobody is benefiting from that cycle.

With no obligation to post every day (something I've been trying to do for at least the past two years), I plan to check in here and share posts whenever I feel inclined. I doubt things will change much (you can expect to see at least two-three posts per week) but I am resolving to relieve myself of the pressure to be the perfect blogger and am already feeling lighter. If you see five posts during a week know that I am feeling incredibly inspired and can't wait to share with you. If you see less, it is because I'm squirreling away inspiration and energy, don't have as much to say that week or am working on big projects behind the scenes.

As always, I am so very thankful that you've chosen to follow along! I look forward to connecting with you as I move into this new chapter and hopefully I can continue to bring you better and more inspiring content.

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