Before I went full time as a wedding photographer I worked for the coolest company – The Gottman Institute. My daily tasks included creating marketing materials in Photoshop and Illustrator, photographing and working Gottman events and too many other fun and exciting projects to list. Started by renowned therapists John and Julie Gottman, this company’s mission is to help couples navigate perpetual issues, conflict and intimacy in their relationship with a research based approach. They offer private couples retreats, public workshops and professional training for therapists and as a perk, Evan and I had the opportunity to attend their infamous workshop – The Art and Science of Love, led by the Gottman’s themselves.

Tressa and Geoff came into my life through photography as complete strangers but in minutes felt like close friends. After an evening of having drinks and running around Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island well after sunset, I knew they were something special and we’d see each other again. We had all hyped up the […]

After 12 days of traveling through Ireland with their parents and immediate family, they surprised everyone and eloped at Loughcrew Estate, amongst the rolling hills of Meath. Amanda and Bradley are made for one another and their families and this experience will always hold a significant place in my heart. Venue: Loughcrew Estate Flowers: Anthesis Floral […]

The Portland wedding industry is unique. There are so many talented individuals willing to come together to create pure art for their couples and clients. Thomas and Shea, newlyweds with a gentle kinda love, cuddling up in the best studio in town. The Portland Studio offers sublime natural light and muted backdrops – this spot […]

Engaged and feeling overwhelmed by the planning process? The truth is most wedding photographers enjoy being a resource for their couples. I know that I, personally, love to be involved the days leading up to my couple’s wedding day. Maybe you are in the early stages of planning or aren’t even engaged yet. Either way, […]

I’ve always dreamed of photographing a wedding at Kiana Lodge. I have family ties to this part of Washington and had been eyeing this venue online for quite sometime, hoping a nice couple would come along and swoop me for their wedding date. Well, that nice couple was more than just nice but also quirky […]

Kristine and Nick celebrated their nuptials with a very intimate group of friends and family, in the most romantic place I’ve ever ventured for work. A restaurant the provides the ultimate farm to table experience for lucky guests. People travel from all over just to dine at Primo Restaurant in Rockland, or so I’ve heard. […]

Beau Lodge in Bellingham meets all criteria for a dream venue. I’m bias but give me endless nature trails to explore with my couples and I’m happy. Plus the place has a quaint cabin with lots of natural light; prime for getting ready photos. The venue feels intimate and romantic, everything a wedding should be.  […]

Taylor and Pete tied the knot at Alderbrook Resort, a place near and dear to my heart. Hood Canal is where my paternal grandfather bought our family beach house before I was born and is where my aunt and my 90 year old uncle now live (just a short 10 minutes from the venue). Over […]