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PNW Mountaintop Elopement – With Guests
We expected foggy, even rainy weather for Nicole and Ron’s October elopement in the North Cascades. Instead, we got the most beautiful, sunny, 70-degree day – so we were all shocked when the road closed for the season from heavy snowfall three days later.
Ruby Beach Surprise Proposal
When I think of the Olympic National Park’s rugged coast, Ruby Beach is the first place that comes to mind. It’s easily accessible, has dramatic sea stacks, tide pools, driftwood, and the most iconic sunsets. In fact, I would go as far as to say it’s Washington’s most beautiful beach.
Seattle Arboretum Fall Elopement
At 230 acres, the Washington Park Arboretum is Seattle’s third-largest park. It’s large enough to make you forget you’re amidst a bustling city while you’re wandering its many trails. The grand trees, flowers, and waterfront along Lake Washington make it a lovely place to visit any time of year, but especially in the fall.
Lake Cushman Elopement
Just a half-hour before photographing Nicole and Kamal’s newlywed and engagement photos, I was driving through a thick fog in Hoodsport. I was anxious for the rest of the drive — the weather is one of the only things out of my control when it comes to photoshoots, and all three of us were hoping to have gorgeous mountain views for these shots.
Four Days in Moab, Utah
Moab is home to three, incredibly noteworthy parks — Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Dead Horse State Park. Each is distinct and gorgeous. Within and around the parks are plenty of opportunities for off-roading, mountain biking, climbing, hiking, and rafting. Moab is an adventurer’s paradise!
North Cascades Wedding Climbing Adventure
Before Steve and Laurel had even booked me for their wedding, we had already planned this climbing newlywed shoot! They both love rock climbing (Steve’s a guide at the American Alpine Institute) and frequent the North Cascades, so they naturally wanted these photos taken at the top of Liberty Bell.
Brown’s Farm Winthrop Wedding
Laurel and Steve were brave and adventurous with their wedding plans. Not only did they start planning mid-pandemic, but they wanted to get married this year and knew that their plans would need to change as regulations did.
Redwoods Forest Adventure Elopement
Jessica and Dave currently live in Pennsylvania and have family on both the east and west coasts. They realized that no matter where they decided to get married, they would have to fly family in to celebrate. That’s why they chose to fly everyone to an incredible location—the Redwoods National Park—and focused on giving them a great experience!
Spokane Riverside Engagement
Last week you heard my perspective of Jordan's proposal to Shae. This week you get the treat of hearing it from the bride-to-be, herself, followed by their riverside engagement photos in Spokane.
Whitworth University Surprise Proposal
Jordan knew that my younger sister, Shae, really wanted their proposal photographed. When he contacted me shortly after Christmas, I was thrilled to be included in such a special moment.
Palouse Adventure Engagement
My younger brother, Braden, proposed to Halley, his high school sweetheart of 6 years the night before this shoot. My hubby and I had the privilege of setting up the proposal, so when we made the spontaneous decision to take engagement photos the next day we knew the perfect spot for them — the proposal location! We happened to get to the river as the sun was setting, and lucked out with a gorgeous sunset glow.
Carnation Tree Farm Wedding
Diana and Preston held their wedding at the Carnation Tree Farm, and it’s my new favorite venue! I loved the rows of Christmas trees and large grassy area for the ceremony and reception. The getting ready space was in the loft of a historic barn, and it provided gorgeous lighting!
North Cascades Fall Engagement
I’ve been dying to shoot in the North Cascades, ever since my first visit there, over a year ago! This turquoise lake is one of a kind and sure to stun everyone who sees it.