Lauren initially reached out to me about about capturing their elopement at Hurricane Ridge but as it sometimes happens our schedules didn’t align and I wouldn’t be able to make to the ridge in time for their nuptials. During our conversation Lauren shared with me about her desire to have a PNW adventure wedding and that they would be doing a ceremony with family and friends later that fall. She already had my undivided attention, but then she really peaked my interest when she mentioned that after their elopement they’d be heading Bainbridge Island to spend the evening on a sailboat. Did she ..read more

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This is the third year I’ve been lucky enough to photograph this family. I love seeing families grow and watching personalities develop. When I client chooses to use me again for their family photos, I feel honored and humbled. In a small way I get to be part of their stories. Part of their memories. I’m the awkward photographer lady that they had to drive hours to meet in remote places, that forced them to played games on the beach and encouraged them to tickle dad. It’s a role I take pretty seriously and I work hard to make it fun and effortless for everyone. For this session, we decided to ..read more

I was pumped when this family selected Mount Rainier for their photos. I’ve been dying to check out this location for years. I wasn’t even disappointed about the six hour roundtrip drive. It was a nice escape from Covid life, as I like to say – I needed to get off the loop. The loop we live on, that is. With coffee in hand a few podcasts downloaded (Armchair Expert, anyone?!), I hit the road ready for adventure and excited about a new location. We met just before sunset and played in the meadows near the lake. Then we headed across the street to take in views of Rainier, play ring around the r ..read more

The only thing that makes me happier than heading out for a mountain family session is doing it with people I love. And, I simply adore and love this family. I also happen to share a fence with this AH-dorable crew, lucky me! We hooked up at Hurricane ridge just before sunset for a truly perfect setting for family photos. I can’t think of a family that deserves a perfect night more that this bunch. Matt and Maria are both working on the front lines of this pandemic serving and protecting our community. Matt is a nurse on the Covid-19 floor at the hospital and knows all too well the realities o ..read more

In Katie’s words, “We’re pretty committed to getting married in 2020.” With so many clients (and understandably so) postponing their weddings until 2021, it was music to my wedding photographer ears. Katie & Forrest planned gorgeous elopement in Alderbrook’s Gathering Place. The day consisted of a private vow exchange, traditional ceremony and an intimate diner all tucked away in private grove in the forest. I was stoked to captures this day. Get ready to feast your eyes on a day full of towering trees and giant smiles. Floral & Event design by the wedding team at Alderbrook Resort &a ..read more

I think we’re all feeling pretty restless these days and itching to get back to life before Covid-19. As I’ve been sorting through images to share, I’ve found myself a little melon collie as I reminisce about being in these stunning places with good company. Mostly though, I’m so grateful for the many times I’ve shared with family, friends and clients in grassy fields, rugged beaches, mossy forests and alpine mountains. It’s where I find it the easiest to be me and my heart connects easily with others. I’m definitely missing that human connection right now, I’m certain some of you can relate ..read more

Last winter I was lucky enough to be able to connect with this precious duo for a lifestyle session. If you follow my Instagram stories, then you know Brittany Raven of Magnetic North is my endurance coach and I adore her fiercely (if you’re training you need her in your life!) When she approached me about this session I was all in, as it turned out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. I met Brittany at her cozy cabin on the river on what would have been my mom’s 60th birthday. The two week period from my mom’s birthday on December 7th to her untimely death on December 21st inevitably b ..read more

It’s hard to imagine a more perfect day for Bri & Jake’s Kingston House wedding. The sunny was shining, flower girls were twirling, bridesmaids were cutting of tags with pocket knives … like I said, perfect. Bri, Jake & family, I’m beyond words grateful for your support and the kindness you have shown me over the last year.  It’s been such a pleasure to work with all, who’s getting married next?! Venue : Kingston House Floral: Thistle Home & Floral Cater : Essence Of the Thymes Cake : Sweet Life Cakery Hair & Makeup : Salon Sorellina Photography: Saleina Marie Photography ..read more

I’m STOKED to finally be sharing Molly & Tanner’s engagement session in FREAKING ZION!!! It was a dream come true to do an adventure session in Zion. I am truly grateful to this amazing couple and their adventurous spirits that made this day happen. I’ve definitely got the desert bug and I am itching to get here so bad. The post Zion Adventure Session | Molly & Tanner Engagement appeared first on Saleina Marie Photography ..read more