Love letters to my wonderful clients and their amazing wedding days.
Michelle & Jesse's intimate wedding in Vancouver - Seattle Wedding Photography
I've known Michelle for just under six year and Jesse just over two, and I don't know that I've ever known two people more obviously meant to be together. So when they told me they were getting married my first response was "well, duh" and then "when and where cos I'm coming to shoot it for you".
Forgotten Dogs Rescue
One of the things I said I'd do in my quest to "be the person your dog thinks you are" is to volunteer with a local shelter or rescue. When we were in touch about adopting a dog from them I also asked Forgotten Dogs Rescue if they needed any photography, since I don't have a whole lot of their skills to offer.
Loki takes over the dog park - Seattle Portrait Photography
Loki went to the dog park for the first time!
Michelle and Jesse: MARRIED!
I've known Michelle since 2011 and I don't think I've seen her as happy as she was today.
Laidback shoot with Lizz - Seattle Portrait Photographer
One of the things I said I would do more of when I set out on my quest to "be the person your dog thinks you are" is that I would do more shoots for myself.
4/5 - How long?
I picked up my first camera in the summer of 2007 with some birthday money. I shot as a hobby for years, landscapes was my jam. I steadily invested in gear until in 2014 I bought my first portrait lens and since then I've been hooked.
PhotoLush - Engagement session workshop
Last weekend I attended PhotoLush, a 2 day intensive photography networking, hands on conference extravaganza.
Just a strummin' and a smokin' - Seattle Portrait Photography
A few weeks ago my friend Nick was at dinner with a group of his friends. Somehow the talk turned to people telling Nick he needed to try out modelling. Nick thought maybe this might not be a bad idea. Our mutual friend Jesse sent him my way. We shot some pictures. Here are the results.
3/5 - What do you do?
I got my start in photography doing family photos, and I still enjoy doing them. But my main passion going into 2017 is weddings. I was terrified of them initially but after wetting my feet last year I am completely hooked! I also enjoy the odd head shot now and again.
It's not every day you turn 10/70 - Seattle Portrait Photography
A birthday party for a dog turning 10, what could be more fun?
Refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to go.
Okay, it's time for a real talk. There's not going to be any pretty pictures attached to this post, no details of a wonderful shoot I did recently, it's just me and my thoughts. Here we go...
2/5 - Where are you from?
Originally a resident of Glasgow, Scotland I spent a year living in Vancouver, B.C. before moving to Seattle. I've now lived here for just over two years. While growing up I always wanted to live in "the big country" that was America but it wasn't until I met my husband that it became a reality.
Tyler busts a move - Seattle Portrait Photography
A few weekends ago I met Tyler and his Mom down at Carkeek Park in North Seattle.
The First Look - Seattle Wedding Photography
One of my favorite parts of a wedding is the "first look". Whether it's a soon-to-be husband, a mother or father or the bridesmaids, it's always such a delight to see the look on peoples faces when they see the bride for the first time in her dress.
Headshots with a view - Seattle Portrait Photography
When Scott contacted me saying he needed some headshots for a work project, I was happy to help. We arranged to meet at his apartment and he suggested heading up the roof because it had a good view. He understated it a bit as his apartment roof looks out over Lake Union with a view of downtown Seattle to the left, it has to be one of the best views of Seattle I have ever seen!
Best of 2016: Personal
I had a great year professionally in 2016, in my personal life there were some really real highs and some terrible lows.
A lovely day for a walk around Downtown Seattle - Seattle Engagement Photography
I met Lauren and Ryan downtown on New Year's Day to shoot their engagement session. When I got there I discovered that it was actually freezing cold but they were both troopers who never once complained about the weather as I dragged them around various locations!