Heather Strickland Photography

09/17/2025

Last for today but certainly not least, Happy Birthday, Lily!🎉

It’s been an absolute honor watching your incredible journey unfold, and capturing so many moments along the way! I’ve had the privilege of working with Lily since before she won her first major pageant, so to say I’m proud just to know her is an understatement.

Lily’s list of pageant accomplishments is jaw-dropping. I can't even remember all the crowns that she has won...Miss Memphis, Miss Tennessee, Miss New York United States, Miss Franklin County, MISS UNITED STATES (!!). And I know I am missing at least 5 more👑

Even so, beyond the crown is where Lily truly inspires me. She's a force in STEM and education. She’s worked with NASA (speaking with astronauts in space!), as well as the Department of Homeland Security, and this year, she earned a PhD! Who is this girl?!

She also founded the nonprofit, Art Technically!

And now, Lily is a first-year teacher. I just know she will inspire her students every single day.

Here’s to another year of brilliance, kindness, and impact. Happy Birthday, Lily! And thank you for letting me be part of your story. 💫📷

09/17/2025

🎉🎂 Big birthday shoutout to the one and only Cara, the stunning, if unofficial, "face" of Heather Strickland Photography for all these years, and an all-around rockstar! 📸💥

Y’all, I could not have picked a better person to be the cover for my brand. Cara is beautiful inside and out, strong, driven, and was recently promoted to Captain in the U.S. Army! 🇺🇸💪 I mean… can we all take a moment?! 👏👏👏

She embodies everything I hope to see in the next generation: courage, perseverance, dedication, and unstoppable determination. She’s the kind of person who doesn’t just talk about big dreams, she chases them down and makes them happen.

Cara, you amaze me, and I’m so lucky to have you as part of this journey. I hope you get to eat some cake and celebrate like the boss you are! 🎉💃💚

09/11/2025

Check out my friend Shirley! She's been a woman of influence in the travel & tourism industry and a strong Memphis tourism influencer and advocate for as long as I have known her. I am happy to see her featured.🙌

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08/26/2025

Back in January, I had the privilege of photographing Jason for a headshot session. And it turned into so much more than just a few photos.

At the end of my day today, I came back to the most thoughtful review left from Jason, and I honestly feel so honored. As a photographer, I’m not just here to click a button. I’m here to create a space where people feel seen, celebrated, and confident in their own skin. That’s what my sessions feel like to me. Genuine connection, trust, and a little magic.

Every time someone steps in front of my camera, I don’t take it lightly. I know how vulnerable it can be. And when someone tells me they felt good (not just looked good) I know I’ve done my job.

Thank you Jason, for trusting me and letting me capture this moment in your story. It truly means the world to me.

And if you’ve been thinking about updating your headshots, or just want to see yourself in a new light, my door is always open.❤

08/14/2025

Meet more of the team at aswstone.com! https://www.aswstone.com/home/team/

👥MEET THE TEAM!👥
Have you met Mark Wilf yet? Mark is our Director of Commercial Millwork, overseeing ASW Caseworks. Mark is a valued member of the ASW team, and brings over 30 years of experience to ASW!

Our millwork isn’t just built to spec, it’s built to stand up to daily use in areas with high volume traffic. It's built with clean lines, durable finishes, and a commitment to quality you can see and feel. If you have any commercial millwork needs, now you know who to call!

Mark can be reached by📱at: 662.806.9055 or by 📩 at: [email protected].

08/06/2025

Sweet, confident, and always camera-ready, Kim is one of my longtime favorite clients. As a successful property manager and total boss lady, she came in for updated professional headshots to reflect her current look. I’ve had the honor of photographing her over the years, and while I know she's a powerhouse in her field, I’m still wrapping my head around the fact that she’s also a grandma now!

08/06/2025

Our very own Lily Donaldson (aka former Miss United States from Memphis) is starting her first year as a middle school Computer Science teacher! She's preparing her very first classroom, and needs some support getting it ready. If you'd like to help, you can check out her classroom Amazon wishlist by clicking below!

07/29/2025

I had a few people mention they saw my name in it, but I’m just getting to see the fantastic write-up in the Desoto Times-Tribune about the new acting classes being offered by Tj Cates. I'm very honored that TJ reached out to work with me for professional headshots. I’m so excited to work with him in this capacity, and equally excited to see such amazing opportunities opening up for the locals. Truly, what an opportunity. Wishing the best of luck to everyone getting involved!

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T.J. Cates has been on a lot of movie sets big and small as well as commercial shoots and music videos. If there is one thing he can’t stress enough

07/29/2025

FYI, I am fully booked to capacity and will not be able to accept any more sessions for this week (7/28/25)❤️

07/28/2025

Congrats to my client/friends at Architectural Stone Works, Inc. on another win for DeSoto's Best! I'm not surprised, because I get to see the work they do up close. They truly are the best!

🏆DeSoto's Best Custom Countertops AND 🏆Best Custom Cabinetry Way to go!!

Check out more of their work here: aswstone.com

DeSoto Times-Tribune

We may be a little late sharing the news, but the excitement is still going strong... We're honored to have once again been voted DeSoto's Best Custom Countertops AND Best Custom Cabinetry!

Being recognized year after year is something we never take for granted. It’s a true reflection of the trust our clients place in us, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support.

Thank you to everyone who voted. We’re committed to delivering the same high-quality craftsmanship you’ve come to expect from us.

And a big thank you to DeSoto Times-Tribune for continuing to highlight and support local businesses like ours. 💙

(More photos from this beautiful project to come!)

07/01/2025

🏡🔥Real estate photo sessions on a summer day in Memphis (technically, DeSoto County):
✅ Gorgeous natural light
✅ Steamed lens
✅ Me doing laps around houses like it’s the Indy 500 (with the AC preferably on full blast!)

But hey, hot days mean bright, beautiful listing photos! (Just don’t ask how many cold drinks it took to get me there. Non-alcoholic, of course)😅

Shout out to realtor, Stephen James with Keller Williams Realty, for bringing yet another gorgeous DeSoto County home to the market!🙌 (This home is in Hernando)

06/19/2025

POLL TIME:
What was my first client of the day most concerned about?
Hint: almost EVERYONE over the age of 25 asks me about it.
a) double chin
b) wrinkles
c) tummy rolls
Leave your guess below!