

Our Unique Approach
My love affair with photography began when I was a young girl, unwrapping a new digital camera every single birthday. I quickly learned to see the world through patterns and framed scenery, falling in love with the joy my photos brought to others.
When I was 17, my life changed dramatically. Though I had been adopted at three years old, I found myself placed in a girls’ home and then in foster care until I aged out at 18. A period of homelessness followed, and I couch-surfed until I met the boy who would change my life. We fell in love, welcomed our son, and fought hard to heal together from the hardships we carried.
For years, I didn’t touch a real camera. But in 2025, my now-husband bought me the most amazing camera I had ever operated and told me to stop waiting and start chasing my dreams. That was the moment I chose to put my faith in God’s power over my life and conquer my fear of failure. Today, this business is rooted in purpose, not profit. Before every single session, I pray. I ask God to help me see the beauty in His world, to help me make my clients feel entirely safe and joyful, and to guide my hands in telling a story that will last for generations in a single frame.
What Our Customers Say
Serving Hays and Surrounding Areas Since 2025
Hunter Spicer
Shoutout to Riley with Faith Over Fear Photography for taking some awesome pics this week in Hays KS! If you have any photo needs be sure to give her a shout! She is very talented, affordable, and efficient!
Brenda Martinez
Faith Over Fear Photography - By Rylie captured our very first family picture section.
Late, impatient kids, unphotogenic mom, serious dad, but beautiful moments
Aviguez LLC - Painting
Shout to Faith Over Fear Photography - By Rylie for capturing some beautiful family pics
Brenda Martinez
The youngest of 3 and first one to get senior pictures done. Can't wait to see them all
Thank you Faith Over Fear Photography - By Rylie
Kelsi Dalton
10/10 wonderful experience and great atmosphere when taking pics. Photos turned out wonderful.
