Hi I’m Simona! 

My love for photography started at a very young age. There was always a camera around when I was growing up. At the age of 12 I received my very own 110 pocket camera. Taking photos and then dropping the film off to be developed was always so exciting for me. I took photography classes in collage, while working in the darkroom I fell in love with the process of developing my own work. Unfortunately, being a student and living on my own there was no money to buy supplies outside of the classroom, so I wasn’t able to continue the pursuit of that skill. I never stopped clicking though and always considered myself a photographer. 

I have four kids and have enjoyed documenting their lives through the lens. For many years I printed and scrapbooked all their photos. Not only did I take photos of my family, I explored macro & still life photography. Along with my scrapbooking skills I would make cards with my photos and sold them at art fairs and events. 

In 2012 we had a house fire and lost all of our family photos, scrapbooks, albums, computers with 1000’s of images saved on them and my DSLR camera. I was devastated. To this day we have very few photos of our kids when they were younger.  This event has created a deeper value for photography, for documenting and preserving our lives & stories. Photos are my most prized possession. Photos will be my families most prized possessions when I am gone.

In 2014, after I accompanied my oldest daughter on her Senior Photoshoot, I was intrigued by portrait photography. Her friend at the time also needed senior photos for the year book and I volunteered to do it. The session went well and the photos turned out awesome, thus was the beginning of a new path with my love of photography. 

In 2017 I went back to collage and I earned a degree in Photography with a focus on portraiture. I enjoy working in the studio, exploring lighting set ups and pushing myself in creative ways. 

Since I was always the one behind the camera, photos of myself were rare. I now invest time and energy into doing self portraits or getting images done of myself, It is important to me to preserve my legacy and have amazing photos for my family to treasure for years to come. To capture my true self at this moment in time. I wholeheartedly believe everyone deserves beautiful photos of themselves. 

I AM ~by Simona Byron

I am a woman who loves her life as a photographer and Fitness coach.

I am a woman who is always evolving and creating my best life, who has a hunger to learn and a desire to travel the world.

I am a woman who enjoys being a mother to my 4 daughters, who loves to watch them grow up but never wants them to leave.

I am a woman who is never satisfied. I know there is so much more I can do, I can be, I can give.

I am a woman who smiles and hugs everyone and sends positive vibes to all.

I am a woman who collects vintage cameras and typewriters, has an addiction to coffee and loves poetry & art museums.

I am a photographer who wants to capture your inner and outer beauty and instill a greater self-confidence, who wants to help you transform, heal and\or grow thru the images we create together.

I am a photographer who wants to capture the story of who you are in a creative way.

I am a photographer who’s style is simple yet bold, crisp, eclectic, modern, clean and authentic. I am inspired by real expressions in photos, by fashion photography and artsy black and white portraits. Some of my best images are the ones that are not planned, but collaborated with you on location.

I am a photographer who creates genuine & expressive images that are modern & authentic that you and your family will love, share and cherish forever.