The focus this month has been on all things sweet. For the February edition of Our State magazine, I had the opportunity to capture a tiny bit of the sweeter side of North Carolina.

Nestled on Main Street in Lexington, NC, The Candy Factory is a journey back in time for someone with a sweet tooth. With wooden barrels and glass jars brimming with candy, chocolate, peppermint, and popcorn, this store takes you nostalgically back to happier memories. I focused on their legendary homemade fudge for the nostalgic character of the sweet treat and the potential for illustrative imagery. All images were made on location, which is a challenge in itself, but one that makes for a fun process. With all the AI imagery floating around, it reminded me that I do this because I love the process.