The wedding industry has changed a lot in the 14 years we’ve been wedding photographers. Many businesses are expanding and hiring associate photographers. They seem to love serving all clients, promising lower prices and package deals. But here’s why we resist the trend and what it means for your wedding day: We aren’t just another…
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…
It’s always a blessing for me when clients return, even if there are years between their sessions. It’s like receiving a warm embrace from an old friend, a testament to the connections we’ve formed and the memories we’ve shared. It’s moments like these that make my heart dance with delight, much like the radiant smile…
Jake and I had the honor of photographing Emily + Daniel’s two-part engagement session and their wedding in 2022 after meeting them at the 2022 Seattle Wedding Show! I’m so honored she came back to celebrate her accomplishments with me this month. Emily has graduated with her Master’s from Western Governers University this Winter. She’ll…
I’ve been blessed to have a front row seat to this incredible family as they’re related to me. Ha! It’s been amazing watching my cousin go through a crummy divorce, find true love in Chris and then grow into an incredible mom with two awesome boys. Lucky for me, they count me as their auntie…
Hey there, wedding enthusiasts! Today, I want to take you on a journey through my recent experience at the Puyallup Wedding Show. But before we dive in, let me admit something: I was skeptical. Yep, you heard me right. After a less-than-ideal encounter with a new show in 2023, I wasn’t exactly eager to sign…
Most of the time, couples feel it’s necessary to hire a local photographer in order to save costs and this is completely understandable in the long run. (Local in this case means within approximately 60 miles of your venue.) Photography tends towards the higher end of the expenses spectrum so saving a little money is…
I’m always blown away by the Seattle Wedding Show and this year was no exception! Howard + the team put together an amazing showcase of vendors and the energy surrounding the show floor was palatable. After a few questionable years in the show industry, this year proved to be back on the upswing and foreshadows…
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: It’s always an honor to be trusted with our childhood friend’s weddings. (And I’m not just saying that because they read my blog either). It’s one of those things that keep us doing what we do. Photographing beautiful weddings. A Love on Four Wheels For those…
Every photographer has a list of dream venues tucked away in their head, making it hard to contain their excitement when a couple inquires with them and names their venue from this list. Red Barn Studios has been on my dream list for over 5 years, so you can imagine how excited I was when…
After our annual Santa Sessions, a few clients made a special request for 2024: Indoor “Classic” Mini Sessions. Having done sessions like this in the past, I really loved the idea of using a solid color wall and limited props. So, we’re making the leap and opening bookings for our March Minimalist Minis. March Minimalist…
Wowza! What a weekend! The New + Improved Tacoma Wedding Show was a hit and a whirlwind way to start the year out. It showed us some pretty interesting trends in Washington’s small corner of the wedding industry and we’re excited to share them with you! The TWS of the Past is gone! Nadine and…
