Wedding couples… get ready to swoon. The Northwest Trek Keeper Tour is simply divine when it comes to having beautiful couples photos. An Adventure to Remember Long before I knew about the Northwest Trek Keeper Tour, I remember riding on the trams. My imagination would run wild and I’d pretend I was one of the…
Small elopements are quickly becoming my favorite things. Last year, I was given the honor of photographing Murphy and Dustin when their family session changed to a last minute elopement. It was their elopement that brought Alisa and Melissa to me. Alisa contacted me only a few days before their Pioneer Park Elopement in Steilacoom….
You want something more than the traditional wedding day… you want to treat your family and favorites to a one of a kind experience. Woodland lodge and farm is exactly the place you’re looking for. Weekend Wedding Venue While most venues give you a single day for setup, tear down and partying, Woodland Lodge and…
Wedding venues are a dime a dozen in Seattle, but sometimes finding that unique location is as easy as stepping off a train. In this case, it’s all about stepping off that train into the marble lobby of King Street Station. Vintage Architecture meets Modern Day Transit I know. Your first thought is “Why would…
A few years ago, I spent a lot of time in Downtown Seattle, and started dreaming of the perfect Pioneer Square Elopement. I’d found a couple spots I really loved in the area for photos. Add in the grungy city vibe, and it made a dream spot. So when Jazmin contacted me with her ideas…
OMG… You’re Newly ENGAGED! Life feels like you’re dreaming, am I right? You’ve found your dream partner, said “YES” to your dream ring, and are pumped to get planning! Before you post all over your social media accounts, take a few moments to decide why you’re really posting that announcement. I’ve gathered a few tips…
You may be asking yourself: What exactly is a first look? A first look is when couples chose to ditch the wedding tradition that states they will not see each other before the ceremony, and instead spend a few intimate moments seeing each other for the first time in a more controlled and often private…
An Adventure Session lead by Dan Manning Photography Adventure Sessions are one of those things I dream about constantly. You’d better believe my excitement when I found out Dan was leading a breakout at Deception Pass. Even at 17 weeks pregnant, I knew I had to snag a spot in this Deception Pass adventure session….
Write your own geeky wedding vows for the ultimate ceremony personalization If you’re planning a geeky wedding ceremony, you might as well go all out and write your own geeky wedding vows. As a photographer I’ve heard everything from short and sweet to long heartfelt speeches. When it came to writing my own vows, I…
Bertelsen Winery was the perfect backdrop for this breakout It’s not every day that you meet soulmates, but at Bertelsen Winery in Mt Vernon, that’s exactly what happened. While attending Photolush 2019, I was able to participate in a breakout lead by Jamie of Jamie Buckley Photography. He’d photographed a few couples for his No…
I had the pleasure of photographing at VanLierop Garden Market alongside one of my favorite photographer-colleagues! Lessie Blue Photography is always a blast to shoot with, and I’m never disappointed when she lets me shoot with her. I’m lucky to call her a friend and have a great vendor to vendor relationship as well! So,…
A favorite gem in Tacoma, Point Defiance Park offers multiple areas with the beautiful PNW vibe I love! Megan and I had a ton of contact via messenger prior to their Point Defiance Park engagement session, and you’d better believe I fell for her personality right away. Sometimes it’s easy to tell when you’re just…