This family is one of my faves, for sure. They are fun, silly, and an absolute joy to be around. I've been blessed to know Amanda for over a year now, and every time I'm around her, I just feel better. You know those people who just keep it real and help you laugh at the small stuff? Yep, she's the best.
Read MoreI absolutely loved taking this sweet family's portraits last week at Deception Pass State Park. Clearly the star of the show was 12-month old Ike, whose cheeks were so squishable I seriously had to hold myself back. The Kuhnert's are starting a new chapter of their life here on Whidbey, and what a great way to mark the milestone (and Ike's first birthday) by getting some fresh pictures for their new walls.
Read MoreNot only are Carly and Tadd awesome neighbors, but they're also Kansas Jayhawks - so you know they're cool. ;) We had been trying to find a gorgeous night for their family's session, and between rainy days and a broken baby leg (poor guy!), we finally hit the jackpot and picked the perfect evening. Washington summer nights really spoil us, and this night was no different. We had a gorgeous sunset to work with and the perfect mixture of sun and clouds. What a stunning backdrop to showcase how much this family loves each other!
Read MoreWorking with the Moeser family was really a dream for me. Not only did I get to work with a photographer who has been a mentor of sorts to me over the past two years, but I got the chance to put HER in the frame. As photographers, we do a pretty good job of documenting our children's lives, but we never get in the frame as much as we'd like to. We cherish photos created that show the love and connection between others, but we don't often have enough showing our love for and by our people.
Read MoreWhen Kelly contacted me and asked if she and Paul could come up from Seattle for a maternity session on Whidbey Island, I jumped at the chance. Kelly and I were sorority sisters at the University of Kansas, but haven't seen each other in years. It was such a pleasure to catch up over dinner and meet each other's families before heading out for a gorgeous sunset session.
Read MoreIt was almost a year ago (to the date) when I first met Sarah and Troy for their gorgeous maternity session. They were new to the area, settling in and waiting for Troy to deploy - all while expecting their first baby. Military life throws a lot at you, but you learn to adapt and look for the best when you're apart. Because being together makes it all worth it.
Read MoreIn the Carmona family, both mom AND dad serve in the military. How they juggle the demands of two Navy careers alongside raising three sweet, thriving children - I'll never know. It honestly leaves me in awe and admiration. The time they spend together is never taken for granted. They laugh, play, and have SO much fun together! It was such a joy to capture their love for each other.
Read MoreThis beautiful mama's session was such a dream come true for me. The perfect night, a gorgeous sunset, and the most beautiful, glowing mother all came together for a magical maternity session at Deception Pass State Park.
Read MoreThis family is too special for words. (But I'll try).When I first met Amy, I had numerous friends across the country (thanks Facebook!) tell me how awesome she was and what a special person she was. And now I've gotten to see it for myself. Whether at squadron events, through our MOPS chapter, or at our Ukuladies practice (which full disclosure - I'm mostly in for the scones), it's just a joy to be around her.
Read MoreTo say that I love my little sister is an understatement of epic proportions. She is so stinking cute, funny, kind, and caring. And she is the world's greatest mama (as well as auntie).We are different in many ways, but also similar. We clearly look like we came from the same mama. We are both silly (goofy, even). And unfortunately, we both struggled for years with fertility issues.
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