New year, new podcast! Well… not really, but my branding and direction for The Pulse has taken a turn for the better. I am so excited to start this new season and journey with a clear idea and plan for the future of the podcast. The Pulse is ready for what 2022 has in store, […]

Black Hills State University graduates Amanda and Maureen wanted to do something special for their session. Amanda is graduating with her degree in elementary education. Maureen is graduating with a degree in environmental physical science. Best friends, Amanda and Maureen met at the college cafeteria where they work. Students know it as “The Hive.” Fast […]

Family is who you choose to love and support. This family session with Cali and Adrian was so much fun! I met Cali when I was pregnant with James, and after visiting with her during several appointments, we grew to be friends. Shortly before she and her boyfriend took off in their RV, we got […]

From a family full of scientists and mathematicians, Jonathan graduated from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology with a degree in chemical and biological engineering. Working in that field for several years, he found himself very unhappy. He took what he calls a premature retirement and found himself again. Starting over, he began […]

One of my best friends, Cora Carroll was born in Rapid City and has established her name and businesses in the Hills. She is a talented wedding portrait and fine art photographer (@coracarrollphotography) and entrepreneur. In this episode we sit down and talk about her business ventures as owner and creator behind her Maiden Mountain […]

In the last few years, the demand for birth story photographers has slowly increased. Your immediate thought may be, “Ew, why would anyone want that captured?” Trust me, I get it. I had a photographer at my birth, and I will again for my future kids too. While not all of the photos are appropriate […]

This last weekend, my husband and I finally welcomed little baby James into the world after a long awaited birth experience. Let me tell you, we are forever changed for the better. There’s nothing quite like becoming a parent, and I’m only just beginning to understand. James • Francis •Grassel Weight: 8 lbs, 7.4 oz […]