This is a hard announcement to make.

I’m quitting my photography business.

This came to me as a sudden realization during prayer/quiet time with Jesus over the weekend.

Although, if I’m being honest, I’ve been feeling conflicted about the business for probably six months.

I have so much fun at my photoshoots.  I get out of the house and get to experience working and not Mama-ing.

It’s a chance to learn and grow, which I love.  And then I get to spend tome editing the photos.  Such a cool creative process!

I even love the marketing side.

Here was my problem…I really didn’t need the money.

I used to want to be filthy rich.  I had vision boards with mansions, yachts, and luxury vacations.  Designer handbags, too.

But as Jesus took over my heart one year ago…all of those desires fell away.

I realized how insanely rich I already am, in so many ways.

Other things just became more important.  Namely, generosity and helping people.

So why spend my time, energy and resources towards a business that’s fun…but not deeply purposeful.

Photography, of course, isn’t wrong.  But there are so many other photographers who actually need the money.  Why not let them have those gigs?

I’ve felt this stirring in me…that there’s something else Jesus wants me to focus on.

And so, deep in contemplative prayer this weekend, it became clear to me: I had to let photography go.

It’s sad.  I worked hard to build my portfolio.

But the trust I have in Him is so deep.  The peace He gives me is so real…

So, that’s my announcement.

Oh, one more thing….

I’M FINALLY QUITTING SOCIAL MEDIA.

If you’ve ever listened to me talk you probably know I’m against Social Media.  That I believe the cons outweigh the pros.

And yet… something I didn’t realize until after I made the decision to let go of photography..

I actually have no excuses left for why I need to be on there at all.

My photography business was my last excuse.

I am…free.

It’s still hard to walk away, of course.  I’ve only been trying for about 6 years, and always coming up with excuses not to.

But I’m done with anything that pulls me away from the presence of God.

You can read my rant on why I’m leaving social media on my LAST POST here.

So…what’s next?!

I can’t wait to share it with you 🤭.

I love you,

Leah