“There is no external refuge.”
Hi! I’m Preston, a mindfulness educator, backcountry retreat leader and photographer.
My mission is to teach the healing powers and lifelong benefits of breath, movement, creativity and nature. I help people access their most present, joyful selves, and teach children to build inner toolkits using breath, nature and creative expression to enhance physical, mental and emotional health.
I am passionate about pathways to healing and an enthusiast of mountains and rivers and the powerful foundations they hold for human joy. I live a mindful, creative, and adventurous life teaching yoga and outdoor education, hosting wilderness retreats, and documenting stories of all kinds through my lens.
Currently based in Richmond, VA.
Reviews
“Preston was a dream to work with! She was incredibly flexible on location selection, time, and date of the shoot. I have to admit, I felt a little self- conscious when we started but Preston was really great at directing me where to look and suggesting poses throughout the shoot. I absolutely LOVED my photos and can't wait to book with her again.”
-photography client
“I was able to attend an AWAKEN yoga retreat in the winter, and a backpacking retreat in the summer, and loved every minute of both. Kelsey and Preston are two incredible humans who clearly have a calling and passion for what they do. This was my first yoga retreat, and my first backpacking trip, and I can't wait to do more of each! They nudged me out of my comfort zone in all the right ways, and challenged me to pause, reflect, and soak up the wisdom of nature. It was exactly what I needed and was looking for in a retreat. THANK YOU.”
-Awaken Retreats attendee
"Ms. Preston taught me that when I feel stress, I remember to breathe and I can find my happy place."
-L.O.C.A.L. Adventures student
