A lover of all things old and pretty, a photographer, and the person behind Willow & Bloom. This little shop brings together my love for vintage finds, handmade details, and Mexican cottagecore.

Much of what I love comes from growing up in a small town in Michoacán, Mexico, where making things by hand was part of everyday life. I moved to the Midwest when I was 10, and although I’ve lived in this country longer than I lived in Mexico, my roots have always stayed with me. My taste also reflects the places I’ve visited and the things I’ve fallen in love with over the years, from Mexican folk art to old homes and cozy European cottages. 

I've always been drawn to things with a little history behind them. I'm a bit of a history nerd, and I love learning about the pieces I source, where they come from and how they were made. The shop includes vintage finds from Mexico and other parts of the world, alongside my own photography from my travels throughout Mexico, which you'll find in my Luz del Sol print collection.

These days, I live in North Carolina with my husband and son, where I photograph sweet families in my backyard studio. When I'm not behind the camera, I'm usually growing flowers and veggies in my garden, talking to my houseplants, listening to an audiobook, cooking something delicious, or finding a spot for another vintage treasure.