Embracing your crazy, beautiful mess

Crystal Freemon Photography When I embarked on my journey as a professional photographer, little did I know that a simple text message from a client would shape my entire approach. I remember vividly the moment when a mom, wrangling four young children all under the age of 5, described her family as a "crazy, beautiful mess." It resonated with me instantly – because, let's face it, aren't we all a little messy and beautiful in our own ways?

This sentiment became the cornerstone of my photography philosophy. I'm not interested in recreating perfectly posed scenes straight out of a Pinterest board. Instead, I'm drawn to capturing the raw, unfiltered moments of joy, chaos, and love that make up the tapestry of family life. I want to freeze those fleeting instances of laughter, silliness, and genuine connection – moments that might otherwise get lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

At heart, I'm a firm believer in creating an enjoyable and stress-free experience for my clients. I approach each session with the mindset of a playdate rather than a formal photo shoot. Let's run, jump, and play together – and in the process, create beautiful memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime.

I first fell in love with photographing families with young children and capturing their energy and connection. Over the years, I’ve grown to love working with high school seniors just as much. Having teens myself, I understand how significant and emotional this stage can be—for both the seniors and their parents. It’s an honor to document this transition and create images that feel authentic to who they are.

When I'm not behind the lens, you'll find me immersed in my own beautiful mess – my husband and best friend, Bruce, and our two amazing girls, Megan and Kayla. We're avid Predators fans, and self-proclaimed Marvel movie buffs, and we hopelessly spoil our Aussie Doodle, Mars. 

In my past life, I was an Engineer, and I've brought some of that analytical thinking into my photography business. From my efficient online scheduling calendar to personalized automated emails, I strive to make the process seamless and hassle-free for my clients.

I'm a coffee addict, cheese lover, excessive volunteer-er, and hockey mom. I'm a former PTO president and Girl Scout leader. I have a standing weekly lunch date with my crew and don't know how I would get through motherhood without them. I'm in a book club where we usually read the book, but always bring desserts & drinks. I'm an Enneagram 1, an ENTJ and I find personality tests fascinating. I believe that planning vacations is half the fun. I love the idea of shopping locally but also, Amazon will bring me anything I want.

I'm obsessed with light and color. I believe that it's so important to live in the moment, though I often have trouble keeping my mind from racing ahead. Your family's memories are important to me.

 Book your session now with my easy online scheduling calendar.