I had the greatest group of senior models this year.  They were all a stand up group of people and I'm so honored they chose me to be their senior photographer.  They all played sports, danced, and were a part of their church.  They were also some of the best babysitters I've ever had! bonus points!

Why I love photographing high school seniors

There is certainly something inspiring about this group of kids.  I always leave senior sessions feeling a bit invigorated.  They are always so much fun.  They are still kids but they are about to be adults in the big world.  They are excited about that, but also excited to be seniors in high school, and it all radiates off of them.  I love capturing that last year of childhood for them (and for their parents more importantly). I also love how the world of senior photography has changed since I was in high school.  Gone are the days, where we all went to a studio, put on a black dress or suit and held our red rose while we smiled at the camera.  Thank goodness for that!  Senior sessions today are so much more beautiful, timeless, something I would want on my wall forever.

Snoqualmie Valley, WA

I called this place home for 4 years.  It was such a beautiful place to live and an amazing backdrop for all my photoshoots.  Emily and I started out at Gillman Village where they brought in historical old buildings to make up the shopping center.  A very fun place for a photoshoot!  We then headed over to meadowbrook farm, which is a bit iconic for the valley and adds to some already amazing photos.  Emily then led us to one of her favorite spots by the river where she hangs out with her friends, bonus points that we captured a gorgeous sunset here!  Emily, her mom, and I had such a blast for her senior photo experience.  I hope you enjoy some of these from her session!

About six weeks ago, little baby cooper was born.  I got to be there when his big brother met him and I'm sure you have all noticed how many photos I have posted of this little cutie!  Well today is his big brother's third birthday! We got to celebrate with him yesterday and I got to steal a few snuggles from this little nugget while we were there! I do love my baby snuggles!  My five month old is already too wiggly and on the move for me to snuggle him.  I write this as he is bouncing up and down in his jumparoo squealing with delight. 

First Days home

Those first days home with a newborn are always a big learning experience, whether its your first baby or your fourth baby.  All babies are different and the those first days are when newborns and parents get to figure each other out!  I love in home newborn sessions for this reason.  I don't care if your house is messy or if you look like you haven't showered in a week.  I am there to capture your newborn baby, their tiny features, moments of you holding your baby, the nursery you spent hours decorating.  I want to document you with your baby in your space, that's why in home sessions are important and special to me.  

Cooper | 4 days old

I do love this family and I have loved photographing them several times over the past year.  So here you have it, my favorite photos of little Cooper's in home newborn session.