Tri-Cities family photographer offering photography in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco, West Richland and surrounding areas.
Welcoming baby Camila! I just loved this beautiful home lifestyle newborn session - baby Camila wide eyed and alert and then dozing off to sleep as we went along, big brother running in and out sometimes as himself and sometimes as a pirate, the game on in the background, a house full of love and adoring looks for the new baby. Just sweet and simple. I'm so excited to photograph Camila throughout her first year (Baby Collection)! Enjoy.
This was the perfect blustery afternoon to stroll down historic Manito Blvd and to the park! Duff family, you've stolen my heart. So easy going and full of life! Kids running everywhere having a great time, playing in the leaves — just what fall is all about! I cannot wait to photograph this crew again through the changing Spokane seasons.
Be prepared for all the cuteness. :)
Meet Amber & Josiah who will be welcoming a new baby girl this fall. They are full of joy for this little girl and I just love it! Amber, you have such a fierce and tender heart for your children - I am rooting for you. The beauty of the Baby Collection is in how much I get to be a part of the journey with my JJP families. I feel so honored to be welcomed into their lives, their most special moments. This maternity session was full of light on a beautiful fall evening in Spokane. I cannot wait to continue on this journey with this family through the birth of their daughter and all the way through her first year. Thank you for trusting me with your family's birth story.
Thankful thankful thankful. That about sums up how I feel about having taken our VERY FIRST VACATION JUST THE THREE OF US (back in September)! Yep, just us since Marlow was born. I tell you what. It was 100% necessary and needed and worth it. We got to spend uninterrupted time just being together. Just typing that makes me want to cry. Not in between work and bedtime, not in between errands and play dates, nothing. Just hanging out and scouring beaches for shells and eating ice cream and going to the park. Take me back now. It was wonderful for rejuvenating us and for boosting our parenting confidence. That was what I wasn't expecting. I was totally expecting renewed sense of appreciate for each other, yes, but parenting? It was a rare, long stretch of time that we got to parent together, like at the same time, for a long time. We got in a groove. Marlow responded well. We didn't worry about potty training. We felt like rockstars. For like a minute, of course. ;) In the end, I can't wait to do this again and make a tradition out of it. Thank you to our aunt & uncle for lending us their beach rental for a getaway. As I approach a very, very busy season for our family, I will try with all my might to remember what this quiet time felt like and how much it is needed in our everyday life.
I tried, really, to remember to take photos, but I am truly not very good at remembering. Here is a little bit of our vacay:
This is the busiest time of year for family photography in Spokane. It's also my favorite time of the year - preparing for the holidays, thinking of gift ideas, trying (never really succeeding) to be prepared way in advance THIS YEAR. ;) In fact, that is what has inspired this blog post! As you are planning for holidays, cards, gifts and travel, I hope this helps with your fall family photos planning. Remember that print orders usually take 2-3 weeks, so you want to be prepared. Below is a look at fall family photos that took place during each week of the month from October to December. Is Spokane beautiful in the fall or what?! We are so spoiled! It's a total dream to photograph.
Speaking of which, as of now I have few weekend spots left. However, I will be taking a select number of week days shoots to make sure you get the portraits you need in time for holidays. Also, I will be having a Mini Session Day on Sunday, November 1st! Sign up here. Can't wait to see you and your growing families this year!
I have a few spots left for Fall Mini Session Day on Sunday, November 1st. You will receive a 20 minute session, 8 digital images, and an online gallery with a quick turnaround.
Now here's a look at what you can expect the rest of the year to look like. Email me to book a fall session.
2nd Week of October at Manito Park - see full post here.
3rd Week of October at Corbin Park - see full post here.
3rd Week of October at Corbin Park - see full post here.
4th Week of October at Manito Park - see full post here.
4th Week of October at Manito Park - see full post here.
5th Week of October downtown - see full post here.
1st Week of November at Manito Park - see full post here.
2nd Week of November at Manito on a foggy morning - see full post here. (leaves were gone after this)
3rd Week of November at Bowl & Pitcher - see full post here.
4th Week of November in North Spokane - see full post here.
4th Week of November in North Spokane - see full post here.
2nd Week of December at South Perry Tree Farm - see full post here.
2nd Week of December at Liberty Park Florist - see full post here.
My adventure into photography has brought me so many things that I am beyond grateful for. Not the least of which is reconnecting with old friends. I have been so fortunate to be called back into people's lives during incredibly special and sacred times. Sarah and I grew up together in our small hometown. We both have farming roots and love it. Sarah was probably the biggest influence in my decision to attend Gonzaga for undergrad. I'm so thankful for her guidance at that time in my life. And now I had the opportunity to photograph her third baby girl, Charley. I can't even tell you. Sarah and Mitch, you are brave, adventurous, patient, loving people. I love your girls and your family. Sarah I just love seeing you as a mom. And I love the way you two totally connect with loving and adoring eyes at each other amongst it all. I'm so happy for you, and I cannot wait for great things ahead in your future. Thank you so much again for the opportunity to reconnect so many years later. XO Everyone, enjoy little miss Charley and her adoring big sisters, Claire & Lauren (the last photo is my favorite of the 3).
