Families – Markie Jones Photography LLC

Why Inviting Grandparents (and Everyone You Love) to Your Family Session Is Always the Right Call

Markie Jones — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:09:02 +0000

If you’ve ever wondered who to invite to your family session (or if you can invite anyone at all) here’s the lowdown on who I love to meet at sessions! Because sometimes “family” isn’t just the parents and kids; it’s the cousins, grandparents, aunts, uncles and chosen family that make up all of your favorite...

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A Photographer’s Honest Take: Why One Family Photography Session a Year Isn’t Enough

Markie Jones — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:50:14 +0000

I want to say something that might be a little uncomfortable coming from a photographer: One family photography session a year is not enough. I know. I know what you’re thinking. You already feel guilty that it’s been two years since the last one. You don’t need me adding to the list. But stay with...

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Seasonal Family Portraits: Weather Considerations for Planning Your Family Session

Markie Jones — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:12:00 +0000

Here in Washington opportunities for capturing beautiful seasonal family portraits is nearly endless. Whether you’re planning a springtime bloom shoot or a cozy winter session, understanding how to make the most of each season can elevate your family portraits from ordinary to extraordinary. In this guide, we’ll explore outfit recommendations, lighting considerations, and other essential...

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A Real Look at Austyn’s Session with Newborn Photographer Markie Jones

Markie Jones — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

You know what you almost never hear from your newborn photographer? That sometimes your brand-new baby will look you dead in the eye and say (with their tiny, nonverbal energy), “Nope, sleep is for the weak.” And that’s exactly what little Austyn did for her newborn session at our studio this past March. But guess...

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A Cozy In-Home Newborn Session | Welcome Darcie

Markie Jones — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Darcie’s In-home Newborn Session Few things in life are as precious as welcoming a new baby into the world, and when it’s your own niece, the joy is even sweeter. This past summer, my brother and sister-in-law welcomed their third daughter, Darcie, into their family, and I had the absolute honor of capturing...

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Wheeler Maternity Painting Session

Markie Jones — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000

A Maternity Painting Session: The Wheeler Family’s Paint-Filled Adventure Maternity sessions are always special, but when you mix in a little paint, a lot of laughter, and a whole bunch of kids who are more than ready to dive into some mess, magic happens. This past summer, I had the absolute joy of photographing my...

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PNW Family Adventure Session | The Landrus 2024

Markie Jones — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

I’ve said it before, but it’s always a blessing to share a PNW family adventure with clients who return year after year. When Wayne + Miranda hired us in 2019 for their 2020 Brookstom Creek Wedding, we were thrilled to learn they were down for anything I recommended. We journeyed to Gold Creek Pond for...

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Meeka’s Family Session

Markie Jones — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

By request this year, I’ve begun offering mini pet sessions, with our indoor event planned for this October. But Miss Meeka recently had a puppy spa session and didn’t want to wait! So we met at Van Lierop Park in Puyallup for a quick photo shoot. Miss Meeka is super sweet and loved the camera....

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The Santa Experience: November 24, 2024

Markie Jones — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Several years ago, I found myself navigating the joys and challenges of single parenthood, with one particular Christmas tradition proving to be a bit more challenging than anticipated. My daughter, brimming with excitement at the prospect of meeting Santa, would inevitably dissolve into tears the moment she came face-to-face with the jolly man in red....

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The Motherhood Project

Markie Jones — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Writing about The Motherhood Project is probably the hardest post I’ve ever had to write. Not because it’s bad news, but because it’s an extremely vulnerable post and I’m passionate about why I do this. Pouring my heart and soul into photography for the past 20 years, creating this 14-year-old business and freezing your most...

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Magical Connections at March Minis

Markie Jones — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 01:51:29 +0000

March mini sessions were an absolute blast! We were over the moon to see everyone and share in loads of laughter. One of the highlights was having Ashley and her boys swing by for some delightful spring photos. I love that you don’t need to bring out a bunch of props during mini sessions and...

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Jaz’s Senior Session

Markie Jones — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 04:20:30 +0000

Venturing beyond my comfort zone always brings a thrill. For years, my focus has been on capturing the magic of weddings with a sprinkle of portraiture on the side. Yet, there’s something uniquely delightful when family members turn to me for photography favors. Their requests always come with a hint of reluctance, as if they...

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