Hometown Heroes: Huntsville photographer captures joy during a time of isolation

Hometown Heroes: Huntsville photographer captures joy during a time of isolation

During a time of self-quarantine -- one huntsville photographer is using her talents to capture memories for some families -- and help give back.

In this month's hometown heroes -- waay31's megan reyna explains why one madison mother in particular chose to participate in the project.

Natz this isn't your typical photo- shoot... natz standing at least six feet away -- photographer sarah buchanan is still doing what she loves.

Natz capturing joy.

Buchanan says:"taking family pictures is something that is a normal thing to do, right now is not a normal time at all, for anyone."

She's taking part in what's called front steps project.

It's where a photographer takes a photo of a family in exchange for a donation to a non-profit.

Natz when kristen statler came across the project online -- it felt personal to her.

Statler says:"i have an autoimmune disease."

She using this moment to not only urge people to stay at home -- but show appreciation to essential workers.

Her children even dressing up as some of them.

Statler says:"they love the idea of being able to dress up and say thank you."

For buchanan... she's thankful she's able to continue doing what she loves -- all while supporting her community.

Buchanan says:"even though, i have to stay in the yard and i can't give hugs, just getting to share those smiles with people and knowing that i'm getting to be playful."

Megan says:"as for the non- profit this family is choosing to give back to, they say they are still making that decision, but they'll make it together reporting in madison mr waay31 news."

This project is picking up in popularity across north alabama.

Buchanan says she's had nearly 200 families sign up and is determined to continue doing it for free -- as long as people continue