Located in Temple, Texas, and ready to serve wherever your story takes us.

Mary Carmichael, founder of Eight15 Creative (formerly South Oak Photography), has been passionate about photography since childhood. Whether carrying the family camera or snapping photos with an iconic yellow disposable Kodak, she was always drawn to capturing life's meaningful moments.

Today, Mary specializes in creating timeless, authentic images through a natural documentary-style approach. With years of experience behind the lens, she captures people as they truly are, preserving genuine emotions and real-life moments as they unfold.

From weddings and growing families to life's most meaningful seasons, Mary creates rich, true-to-life photographs that tell your story honestly, becoming cherished keepsakes for generations to come.