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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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5 Things to Tell Your Photographer If You’ll have Kids at Your Wedding

Markie Jones — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:08:25 +0000

Are you having kids at your wedding? Here is something I have learned after sixteen years of photographing weddings in the Pacific Northwest: the couples who get the best photos of their kids on their wedding day are almost never the ones who just hoped for the best. They are the ones who had a...

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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 Barefoot Bellingham Engagement: Brittany & Andre at Whatcom Falls Park

Markie Jones — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:06:19 +0000

There are some shoots where everything just clicks. The light cooperates. The couple is completely themselves. The dogs are either adorable or chaotically adorable. And somewhere in between the laughter and the waterfall and a very enthusiastic German Shepherd deciding to just go ahead and jump in, you look down at your camera and think, yeah,...

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Family Portraits: Tips from Your Trusted PNW Family Photographer

Markie Jones — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:25:12 +0000

Planning family portraits sometimes feels like an unnecessary chore, but family portraits are more than just pictures; they are a celebration of your family’s unique story, capturing the love, laughter, and connections that define you. As a PNW Family Photographer, we can honestly tell you that planning ahead is crucial to ensuring your family portrait...

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An Epic Adventure Engagement | Kammi + Niki

Markie Jones — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:22:21 +0000

When “Not According to Plan” Becomes Exactly Right If there’s one thing I’ve learned after 16+ years of photographing love stories, it’s this: the moments that don’t go according to plan are usually the ones that feel the most like you. When we first started talking about Kammi and Niki’s session, I had this whole...

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White Studio Mini Sessions | March 21, 2026

Markie Jones — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:29:32 +0000

The TLDR: White Studio Mini Sessions are BACK for 2026 on March 21! Mini Sessions are $350 (tax included) unless you have our Family Photo Membership! You can book using the scheduler at the bottom of this post or this link: March 21: White Studio Minis If you’ve ever looked at your walls and thought,...

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Online Privacy: You Can Have Beautiful Photos and Protect Your Privacy. Here’s how we do it.

Markie Jones — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:24:56 +0000

Let’s talk about something real for a second. That elephant in the room we’ve seen popping up more and more in conversations with the amazing couples, moms and families we photograph: online privacy. You’re not just booking a wedding photographer or a family photo session anymore. You’re navigating the wild west of the internet, where...

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Deschutes Falls Park | Hailey + Trevor’s Engagement

Markie Jones — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:17:00 +0000

When Summer Solstice Turns Into a Rainstorm at Deschutes Falls Park If you’ve lived in the Pacific Northwest for longer than five minutes, you already know June likes to play games, and this Deschutes Falls park engagement proved to be no different. The week leading up to Hailey and Trevor’s engagement session? Absolute perfection. Blue...

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Marymount Lemay Collection: Where Intimate Vows Met an Unforgettable Celebration

Markie Jones — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:39:43 +0000

The light that afternoon felt almost intentional. It filtered through the trees in soft ribbons, stretching across the lawn like it had been waiting for this moment. At the Marymount Lemay Collection, late summer carries a kind of quiet warmth. The gardens feel tucked away from the world. Sculptures rise unexpectedly along winding paths. The...

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Adventure Elopement at Mt Baker| Essie + Austin

Markie Jones — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:37:28 +0000

When Your Adventure Elopement Plans Change If you’ve ever planned anything outdoors in the Pacific Northwest, you already know the golden rule: the mountain makes the final decision. Essie and Austin chose October 2025 for their adventure elopement because they wanted that moody, dramatic, fall-in-the-mountains vibe. Just the two of them. No big production. No...

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