That's right! Santa is back in Seattle! This year, we will be hosting Santa (and maybe even a few of his elves...) on November 25 in the studio for a full day of mini sessions with the big guy. These magical five-minute sessions are $95 for the sitting fee, online gallery, and digital files from your session or $65 for just the sitting fee and online gallery.  Dress your kids up in those cute holiday outfits you've been saving or come as is, Santa is happy either way :) If you need a little outfit inspo, check out this Pinterest board for cute fall and holiday looks! You can also ch ..read more

As you've probably noticed, it seems as though our beautiful Seattle summer is coming to an end, but that means fall is here! Queue changing leaves, pumpkin spice everything, and anticipation for the holiday season. I don't know about you, but I'm SO excited! Fall also means that it's time for mini sessions! These mini sessions are perfect for families looking for photos for holiday cards, gifts, or just an updated family portrait. We could all use an updated family portrait, trust me.  Best of all?! They're FAST and FUN. Just 15 minutes! The session fee is $150.00 and I will ha ..read more

For the past few months I've been working with some awesome folks at CreativeLive to write and produce not one but TWO online classes about my favorite thing: film!! CreativeLive is an online broadcast platform specializing in education webinars about tons of topics in different creative fields and I get to have two of my very own film classes later this month! Can you tell I'm excited?! The Classes On August 21st (8/21), I'll be teaching an Introduction to Film Photography during which I'll show you how to slow down during your photo shoot, focus on what you’re trying to capture, and ul ..read more

Most of the time when I write a blog post I really try hard to give helpful advice or answer questions that my clients may have.  But sometimes, a post needs to be written just to share the overwhelming cuteness with the world.  This is one of those posts! This little baby was just pure joy!  She smiled and giggled through the entire shoot!  So much fun.  And such a little doll! Enjoy the cuteness ..read more

Ask any newborn photographer what is the best age to photograph a baby and they will say "within the first ten days."  The reason we all say that is because in those early days babies are still really sleepy so it is less likely that they will be fussy, they still curl up like they did in the womb, and they're still really tiny, so getting those newborn shots of the little sleepy baby is easier! But lets be honest.  Those first days home with your new baby are not always easy.  And sometimes, getting out of the house and making it to a photoshoot is just not possible. So what do ..read more

There is something about watching dads with their kids that just melts my heart every time! Happy Fathers Day to all you amazing dads out there!  ..read more

What a client should wear to their photoshoot is probably the questions I am most often asked.  And I get.  Your baby is only a newborn once, so you want to get it right! I believe that newborns are perfect just the way they are, and I love to show that perfectness off in their photos! With newborns, less is more! With newborns, less is more.  We don’t want them getting lost is a ton of clothing.  Because of that I prefer plain diapers and swaddle blankets, but if you have a special heirloom piece, like a Christening gown, or hand made blanket, but all means bring it! &nbs ..read more

Families always ask what they need to bring to their newborn photoshoots.  There is no right or wrong answer to this question.  It's really just up to personal taste, but if you want a little inspiration, here are a few great ideas! special stuffed animals and/or blankets Maybe your baby was gifted a special blanket.  Or maybe you have the stuffed animal you bought the day you found out you were pregnant.  What every it is, if it is special and has sentimental value, or even if  you just like, you should totally bring it along! I mean, how cute is this little guy all c ..read more

I remember visiting my older brother in Seattle in January of 1995.  What I remember when I think of that visit was how sunny it was.  I was visiting from Pullman, WA (Go Cougs!) where we were still in the throws of a long hard winter.  That was the year I thought it would never stop snowing. And then I came to Seattle... and it was sunny!!!   That was when I decided to move.  I came to Seattle in July of 1995 and haven't looked back! So, here's the thing about January in Seattle.  It seems like it's always sunny!  November and December are DARK.  But th ..read more

I don't usually work with dogs.  Like, hardly ever.  But when this mom called up and explained how much her old lab love their new baby, I had to say yes.  And I'm so glad I did! I mean, how adorable are these two?!!!  They just laid on my bed and snuggle for the majority of the session.  SO sweet!! for information on upcoming promotions and events sign up today ..read more