However, most important to this story is that I am a mother, and I have spent countless hours just admiring my son in the various rays of sun streaming through our windows in different parts of the day. I know how to find light and I know what magic in motherhood feels like--both the beauty and the grief alike.
The day I found out I shared life with another, I knew real love. The day I held my son in my arms, I felt the immensity of it. There are other days, too, that I knew real joy—like the one when he cupped my cheek in his palm to fall asleep or the one where he finally spoke the words “I love you”. Him and I—we believe that a love like ours will make us live forever. I tell him these things to keep his tender heart safe and because I wouldn’t dare not believe it.
I’ve written love letters with my camera and my words that make this true. And right this minute, I’m hoping I can share this hope with you.
Your Nostalgic Family Photographer
I'm tricia
am so glad you're here. And since you are here, you may know me as a family photographer shooting almost exclusively on film. I am also an artist, partner, friend and sometimes, part-time creative director and co-writer of your ultimate love letter.
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a snapshot into my musings
Happiness is pockets in my dress
And only using them for treasures you insist I keep
Nuts and smooth round rocks
And one hand always in yours
And your laugh
And sometimes
When we pass by the sunroom windows
And I notice how much you’ve grown
Motherhood is where I lost + found myself, over and over and over again. It is where I draw all of my inspiration for family photography and the reason behind it all. Photography saved me in motherhood. It taught me how I wanted to show up in my mothering and how I wanted my son to look back on his childhood. Motherhood is the hardest thing I've ever done, but it is the ultimate well of inspiration in my art and how I live my life.
navigating motherhood
I graduated from Berea College in 2014 with B.A. in Fine Arts and Environmental Studies with an emphasis in ceramic art. I started my ceramic business upon graduating and opened an art gallery and tea house in my college town. After having my son I moved back to west Kentucky to be closer to my family and started my photography business. However, I still am active in ceramics and spend a lot of my time in my lovely home studio. You can find more about my art on Instagram or Facebook @triciataylorceramics.
art, in any form
Traveling is how I cleanse myself anew and broaden my outlook on life. I can hardly believe the beauty I have been able to witness in this life. It is truly so amazing and I can only anticipate the beauty I have left to witness. I am lucky to have experienced so many new places while solo traveling and traveling with my family. My favorite places have been on the coast, there is something special about where land meets water. Some of my very favorite places I have been are coastal Italy, Washington, and Maine.
Traveling
I currently live in Kentucky with my partner, our two sons, and our two big puppies. We got married in 2022 and it proved to me that dreams do come true and that love exists, wholeheartedly, in all forms.
We love to travel and share experiences that push us out of our comfort zones as often as we can. We also love a good, rainy day at home snuggled up on the couch. :)
my family
My life's work is reclaiming joy + magic and delight. For me, the secret to reclaiming that is to name all of the small joys in daily life. I like to live my life as art, and I love finding beauty in unexpected places. Things like flowers of any kind, sunlight through windows, and pleasing color palettes make my heart skip a beat.
Small Joys
I had the absolute honor of having a motherhood session with Tricia and it produced some of the most breathtakingly beautiful photos I have ever seen of my son and I - an absolute treasure. I knew right away I could trust her vision and she totally delivered. Our session was so laid back and comfortable, she truly is an artist with a talented eye for catching the beautiful moments in life.
Motherhood Session
Haley
Tricia has come to our home to photograph us for our small business and also to capture our newborn son on film. Her in-home sessions are the perfect way to stay comfortable and take the pressure out of having photos taken with a small child!
She took the time to find the perfect setting & lighting and gave us some really special photos of these fleeting moments as a new family.
Tricia is a truly gifted artist and we wholeheartedly recommend her and look forward to working with her again as our son grows up!
Newborn session
Rachel
Tricia is truly the best. Her work can speak for itself as she truly has a gift for photography but her genuine kindness and sweet personality make her one of a kind. She captured a motherhood session for me and made it so absolutely special. I’ll cherish her art forever. If I could give her 100 stars, I would.
Motherhood Session
Terra
Working with Tricia was amazing! She was extremely easy when scheduling and flexible when we had to reschedule. She did great with my kids and her photos and editing are truly incredible. I can’t wait to schedule another session with her.
motherhood Session
Catherine
Tricia is a truly amazing photographer. She is able to create a calm and supportive atmosphere to capture the sweetest moments. The photos she took of our family will be forever cherished. Her talent and artistry are unmatched.
family session
brittany
We loved working with Tricia for our family pictures! Being a family of 7, it’s no easy task to get the perfect shot and she got several.
We were so happy with all of the special moments that Tricia captured!
Family Session
Mandi
You Deserve to be witnessed
I know how I want to feel and be seen as a mother and how I wish my son to remember me and our time together when he is grown. I want beautiful, validating proof of how hard I am trying and how fiercely I am loving. And friend, I'm betting that you share that same desire.
