We recently connected with Natalie Grissom and have shared our conversation below.
Natalie, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Who is your hero and why? What lessons have you learned from them and how have they influenced your journey?
My daughter is my biggest hero. I wouldn’t be doing what I do today without her. She was the reason I first picked up a camera, and she continues to be my inspiration every day. She constantly shows me new ways to be creative and to take chances. It’s amazing how someone so small can be so incredibly inspiring. Her personality is larger than life, and she finds beauty in everything—a quality I hold close to my heart when taking photos. She reminds me daily that it’s okay to be silly, to live in the moment, and to capture the little things, because those are often the most meaningful.
As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?
I am a photographer, but more than that, I’m someone who’s obsessed with capturing real, raw, everyday moments. I didn’t start this journey with a fancy plan or big vision. It all began with my daughter. She changed the way I see the world and pushed me to pick up a camera. What started as a way to hold onto her little moments turned into a full-blown passion that I now get to share with others! I am now traveling the world and involved with so many stories which is so rewarding.
I specialize in capturing art—whether it’s family portraits, lifestyle sessions, couples, or creative content. My goal is always to tell a story with each photo. I want people to feel something when they see their photos!
What makes my work different is that it’s personal. I don’t just show up, snap a few posed shots, and leave. I take the time to get to know the people I work with, to make them feel comfortable, and to capture them in a way that they may not see themselves in.
One of the things I’m most proud of is the trust my clients put in me. It’s a big deal to be let into someone’s life, even for just an hour or two, and I don’t take that lightly. I want anyone considering working with me to know that I’ll show up with my whole heart ready to laugh with them or maybe cry with them.
Can you talk to us about how your side-hustle turned into something more.
I was a stay at home mom for about a year and thats when I knew I wanted a camera to document my daughter’s life. In order to do that I needed to learn how to use the camera so I practiced on a few of my friends. When I started taking pictures, I felt like I just had found something that I would truly love for a lifetime. I started doing some hobby like shoots and eventually had an opportunity to shoot my first wedding. Since then I have now booked over 35 weddings a year and have traveled the world. One key milestone I hit was booking my first international wedding. This was a huge goal for me and my business and I finally made it possible.
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
For me, the most rewarding part of being a creative is the connection. There’s something really special about turning a moment into something lasting—something someone can hold onto, look back on, and feel all over again. Whether it’s a laugh, a quiet look, or total chaos in the best way… capturing that and knowing it means something to someone is everything!
It’s also incredibly fulfilling to have an outlet to express myself. Being creative allows me to see the world differently, to slow down and notice the beauty in the small things (again something my daughter also shows me everyday). And when I get to share that vision with others.
At the end of the day, it’s not just about pretty pictures. It’s about emotion, memory, connection—and the privilege of helping people see the value in their own stories.
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