Another trio, another West Seattle family portrait session! This time, we opted for their house because a) it’s beautifully styled and b) we have a newborn babe on our hands and being at home is the easiest for new parents. And whatever I can do to accommodate, I will!
Read MoreWhen I take photos of littles, I really like to take the stance of - let them explore. I’d rather babies play, be themselves and naturally warm up to a stranger with a huge lens in their face. While some babies are perfectly calm and okay with being held, can smile on command and remain all sorts of happy for long periods of time, I understand that isn’t the case for all the babies.
Read MoreOne of the perks to living in Southern California in the winter is the for SURE the weather. Knowing I won’t be snowed or rained out is actually quite refreshing. When I was in the PNW, we’d have to get real creative with the time of day we were shooting and plan everything around the weather.
Read MoreSeveral weeks back, I met the most wonderful family and I couldn't get enough of them. They were affectionate, full of laughs and so at ease with one another. More often than not, my family sessions are with littles but when I get older kids in the mix, it's always so sweet.
Read MoreI met the absolute sweetest and softest golden retriever pup, Nova, and her parents last weekend. Nova is as soft as she looks and was making me laugh this entire shoot. Her wise eyes would rest for a photo and in a flash, this baby girl was ready to play and give her mama all the kisses. If all my shoots had a puppy in them, I think I’d be juuuuuust fine with it.
Read MoreThis session was a treat and a half for me. Despite being frozen to the bone, I met this incredibly upbeat and warm family. The troop got dressed to meet me at my favorite local backdrop, Lincoln Park in West Seattle, to snap some photos. This family was wonderful in so many ways and I feel honored to have captured this moment in time for them. Take a look at these beautiful kiddos and get ready to have your heart melt.
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