Today we’d like to introduce you to Liz Morgan.
Hi Liz, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My journey into photography did not start with a business plan or a clear vision of where it would lead. It started with a simple desire to hold onto the moments that matter.
I have always been drawn to moments that feel quiet but significant. The way light settles into a room. A laugh that comes out unexpectedly. A look shared between people who love each other deeply. Long before I owned a professional camera, I felt the weight of how quickly those moments pass.
My dad used to chase sunsets. At the time I did not fully understand why, but now I do. There is something meaningful about trying to hold onto beauty even when you know it cannot last forever. Photography became my way of doing that. Of pausing time for just a moment.
In the beginning, my subjects were my children and my family. Real life. Bare feet, messy houses, tender moments, and everyday chaos. I learned quickly that the photographs that mattered most were never the perfectly posed ones. They were the honest ones. The images that carried emotion and told the truth of a season.
As life changed and challenges came, photography became more than creativity for me. It became grounding. It became healing. It gave me a way to process life while still creating something meaningful. It reminded me that even in hard seasons, beauty still exists and deserves to be remembered.
Today, when I photograph others, I do so with that same heart. I understand what it means to wish you had taken more photos. I know what it feels like to want proof that a moment mattered. That love was real. That joy existed.
Photography is not just what I do. It is how I honor stories. Because one day, these moments become memories, and I believe everyone deserves something tangible to hold onto when they look back.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
There were seasons when I questioned everything. Seasons where growth felt slow, confidence felt fragile, and the weight of balancing family, creativity, and responsibility felt heavy. Building something meaningful while carrying real life at the same time is not easy. There were moments I wondered if I was cut out for it, if the timing was right, or if I should step back and play it safe.
What carried me through those moments was not talent alone. It was faith. I truly believe God placed this calling on my heart, and even when I felt uncertain, He kept opening doors I could not have opened on my own. Every opportunity, every client, every moment of growth has been a reminder that this was never meant to be done in my own strength.
I have also been incredibly blessed with people in my corner. Family, friends, and clients who believed in me even when I was still finding my footing. My clients are more than just bookings on a calendar. They are encouragers, supporters, and part of the reason I keep going. Their trust in me to capture some of the most meaningful moments of their lives is something I will never take lightly.
The struggles taught me patience. They taught me humility. They taught me to lean fully on God and to celebrate progress instead of perfection. Looking back, I would not change the hard parts because they shaped the heart behind what I do today.
This journey has not been smooth, but it has been purposeful. And I give all the glory to God for every step forward, every lesson learned, and every person who has walked alongside me on the way.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At the heart of my work is storytelling. I am a photographer, but more than that, I am a keeper of moments. I specialize in capturing real life as it unfolds. The quiet in between. The laughter that happens when no one is trying. The emotion you feel before you even realize a photo is being taken.
I work with families, couples, and individuals who want more than a posed image. They want their story told honestly. Whether I am photographing a growing family, a proposal, a wedding day, or a season of life that deserves to be remembered, my focus is always the same. To create images that feel alive. Images that take you back the moment you see them.
What I am known for is connection. My clients often tell me they forget the camera is even there. I take time to know the people in front of my lens, to understand their story, and to create a space where they feel safe being themselves. That trust allows me to capture emotion that cannot be staged.
What I am most proud of is the impact these images have long after the session is over. Knowing that a photograph I took might be held years from now by a child or looked at during a season of grief or joy is something I never take lightly. These are not just photos for today. They are heirlooms in the making.
What sets me apart is my heart behind the work. I photograph with intention, empathy, and faith. I understand how quickly time moves and how precious each season is. I know what it feels like to wish you had taken more photos. Because of that, I approach every session with care, patience, and deep gratitude.
This work is not about perfection or trends. It is about presence. It is about honoring real stories and real people exactly where they are. I do this work with a full heart, a steady faith, and a deep desire to serve others well. Every image I create is a reminder to slow down, hold close what matters most, and give glory to God for the beauty found in everyday life.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
When I look ahead at the next five to ten years, I don’t see flashy success or overnight change. I see steady growth and deeper purpose. I see this work continuing to shape not just my career, but my life and my family in ways I could never have planned on my own.
I truly believe this industry is moving toward connection over perfection. People want their stories told honestly. They want images that feel like home, that hold emotion, that mean something years down the road. That shift gives me so much peace because it aligns with why I started in the first place.
On a personal level, I have no doubt this journey is going to change everything for me and my family. Not in a way that feels rushed or prideful, but in a way that feels covered and intentional. I want growth that allows me to be present with my children, to serve others well, and to build something lasting without losing sight of what matters most.
I feel deeply aware that none of this is happening on my own. Every opportunity, every client, every open door is something I give credit to God for. I am simply walking where I am being led and trusting Him with the timing and the outcome.
The future feels hopeful, not because of trends or technology, but because of faith. I plan to keep showing up with the same heart, the same gratitude, and the same commitment to honoring real stories. If I can do that, I believe the rest will unfold exactly as it is meant to.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://lizmorganphotography.mypixieset.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lensedbyliz/?igsh=eDF2bzB3ZzJ5OWR2&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578780270751&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=KXUOldVGDSrBIpq8&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1D9i2tAbQV%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr
