Some people you meet later in life and grow to love… and then there are the rare, special ones you’ve had the privilege of watching from the very beginning. Hannah Budd is one of those people for me.
I’ve known Hannah since she was just a baby, thanks to her incredible mom, one of my best friends. Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to photograph their family again and again, capturing little glimpses of Hannah as she grew. And somehow, in what feels like the blink of an eye, that sweet baby has become an absolutely remarkable young woman.
Hannah is the kind of person who quietly changes a room for the better. She is genuinely kind. She’s the kind of person that notices someone standing alone and makes sure they feel seen, included, and valued. It’s rare, and it’s beautiful.
She’s also driven in every sense of the word. An accomplished athlete, Hannah and her team took 1st place at the state cross country tournament this past year. And if that wasn’t enough, she casually ran a half marathon the morning after our photoshoot, because that’s just who she is.
Beyond her athleticism, Hannah is incredibly intelligent and disciplined. She’s heading to BYU on a full-ride scholarship, and there is no doubt she will continue to do amazing things there.
But more than her achievements, what stands out most is her light. Hannah radiates goodness. She is Christ-like in the way she loves others, lifts those around her, and shows up in the world.
Hannah is truly one of a kind — a reach-for-the-moon kind of girl. And I feel so grateful to have known her throughout her life.
I love you, Hannah. 💛
What a beautiful girl! The way you captured her and the things you said about her!!!