Pro Deo Creations

Pro Deo Creations Making the world look better through affordable photography, videography, graphic design and event planning. Pro Deo means "for God" in Latin.

When I began Pro Deo Creations my focus was on providing affordable photography to families that otherwise may not be able to have family photos taken. I wanted my work to be a service to God and not about what I could earn. Since then I have branched into graphic and event design - and more recently video work. About me:
I earned my degree in journalism and mass communication (with a strong passi

on for design) from Abilene Christian University. I joined the Army as a public affairs specialist creating a variety of products for my commanders. After leaving the Army I became a copy editor for a newspaper in Kentucky, making my way up to a Monday Community Edition designer/editor. I then worked at Fort Sill as a writer/photographer/publication designer/videographer for their post newspaper (then Cannoneer - now The Tribune), before moving to media relations and then finally as the communications director for Long Range Precision Fires (the Army's number one modernization priority). I have photographed and videoed portraits and weddings from West Point to Oklahoma to South Korea, created award winning articles, publications and photographs (my favorite once hung in the Smithsonian American Art Museum).

Sixteen years ago a series of avalanches struck the Salang Pass, a major route between Kabul and northern Afghanistan. O...
02/09/2026

Sixteen years ago a series of avalanches struck the Salang Pass, a major route between Kabul and northern Afghanistan.

Our unit took to the skies with Chinooks transporting survivors from the highest tunnel in the world. Our Apaches provided overhead security and helped locate other survivors. Our medics worked to the point of exhaustion helping more than 260 patients. 

And I took this photo - of a friend and medic - who was checking the vitals on a baby. This photo would later earn me a Keith L. Ware award as well as a Department of State award.

It is one of my favorites.

Today is National Cookie Day - and while nontraditional, the cookies in these ice cream sandwiches are amazing! Loved ge...
12/04/2025

Today is National Cookie Day - and while nontraditional, the cookies in these ice cream sandwiches are amazing!

Loved getting to try something new with a local business - y'all, isn't this photo awesome?!? I'd never photographed a subject that melted before! haha!

Can't wait to show you all the images from this shoot - it was definitely the most delicious photoshoot I've ever done! ❤ 🍪🍦

✅ Giant tree in downtown Savannah✅ Adorable kid ✅ Perfect Christmas photo!My favorite way to photograph children is by l...
12/02/2025

✅ Giant tree in downtown Savannah
✅ Adorable kid
✅ Perfect Christmas photo!

My favorite way to photograph children is by letting them play rather than pose - but when you have a giant tree and a dapper dude, you’ve got to take advantage of it! 🎄

Siblings in a leaf-throwing war? Love it!
11/24/2025

Siblings in a leaf-throwing war? Love it!

Loved the vibrant colors this family went with!Pro Tip: When considering what to wear for your family photos, take into ...
11/21/2025

Loved the vibrant colors this family went with!

Pro Tip: When considering what to wear for your family photos, take into account the time of day. Evening shoots with darker-colored clothing with make the images look darker. You can also consider where you will be taking photos and pull color inspiration from there. As a rule: solid colors are almost always your friend.

Core memory = fall family photos in the leaves.Book your core memories today!
11/19/2025

Core memory = fall family photos in the leaves.
Book your core memories today!

11/17/2025

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Bott!
Thank you for letting me be part of your celebration!
Here is their wedding highlight video!

Oh snap. I guess things are getting serious. I got a badge and everything. 😏
11/16/2025

Oh snap. I guess things are getting serious. I got a badge and everything. 😏

11/14/2025

Last night I had the wonderful opportunity to do video at the wedding of Kalona Barker and Chad Bott 💕 But I also snapped a quick photo of them at the end!

Congratulations to this amazing couple!

Kid: Homework. Hot chocolate. Decadent waffles with ice cream and fruit.Me: Photography work. Latte. Mom-tax bites.
11/12/2025

Kid: Homework. Hot chocolate. Decadent waffles with ice cream and fruit.
Me: Photography work. Latte. Mom-tax bites.

I carried my camera almost as much as I carried my weapon. Apparently there aren’t a lot of photos of me with my camera ...
11/11/2025

I carried my camera almost as much as I carried my weapon. Apparently there aren’t a lot of photos of me with my camera - just this one a fellow public affairs guy took of me and then added text (I’d said that parts of Iraq reminded me of Texas). It’s taken on the flight line of Baghdad International Airport where the 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade was stationed for 15 months.

I loved my time in the Army - I was fortunate enough to have great battle buddies, good leaders, and a job I loved (public affairs). Between Iraq, Afghanistan, and a short trip to Pakistan, I learned from the industries best photojournalists. I’m grateful for my time serving my country.

Happy Veterans Day to all those who have served.

I was beyond thrilled when my friend and realtor asked if I could take some updated photos of her last week! She is such...
11/10/2025

I was beyond thrilled when my friend and realtor asked if I could take some updated photos of her last week! She is such a natural in front of the camera so we took a lot of photos in different styles and a few different locations. I loved how they turned out! Here are a few!

And if you're looking to sell or buy a home - reach out to Melissa McCandless !

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