Leisha + Erik :: Yelm Wedding Lake Lawrence

I absolutely loved being a part of Leisha & Erik's wedding day. To start, they are wonderful, fun, energetic, and lighthearted. These are the best qualities in clients and people in general. A couple weeks before the wedding, we went to Erik's grandparents house on Lake Lawrence where the wedding was held to get a feel for the day. When I left, my cheeks actually hurt from laughing so hard. I adored their families as well. All around great people.

As I mentioned, the wedding took place at Erik's grandparents house. Their home is an adorable collection of rustic wood, carvings, and memories. There wasn't much decoration needed. As soon as Leisha and Erik said "I do", the entire wedding party broke out into a dance to the Jackson 5's Don't Blame it on the Sunshine. We then cruised around the lake before returning to the lodge for their reception. They hired Emerald City Throwdown for their reception and I don't know if I have ever seen a reception dance party like this one. If you are looking for a wedding band, I definitely recommend them.

As always, thank you Leisha & Erik for letting me be a part of your story. It really was a pleasure.











Dance!






My hubby came along to second shoot with me. He was such an amazing help. This sneaky shot was all him.


The adorable grandparents. " )




Erik's grandfather made a ton of these for the reception. Talent.
Erik's parents getting down!

Brittany & Eddie :: Afghanistan Homecoming

This was without a doubt the greatest experience my camera has allowed me to have. It was possibly the most emotional as well.

Brittany and I were teaching partners our first year of teaching. She is an amazing teacher, wonderful friend, and a wife that I admire. Her husband Eddie has been in Afghanistan serving our country.

When Brittany asked me to photograph Eddie's homecoming, I agreed immediately. I do not have anyone in my immediate family that is in the military and I have never been to a homecoming before. I am so glad I did.

It is really hard to put into words the emotion in the room. The overwhelming feeling is excitement. There were a lot of nerves, happiness, and impatience (totally understandable impatience). As a witness, not significantly tied to anyone returning, I was overwhelmed with a feeling of gratefulness. I cannot imagine what the men and women have been through overseas, or what their families have been through without them. I am very grateful.

Thank you Eddie for serving our country. Thank you Brittany for supporting Eddie.
You guys ROCK!

How pretty is Brittany?!

Ratner Family :: Seattle Family Photographer

This kid and this family are cute (pronounced "cah-yooooot")! Take a look.

I met Carrie in Dance 101 at UW. I think we created some sort of interpretive dance together. I was so excited to photograph her adorable family. Niko is the little man with the amazing blue eyes and heart melting smile. I don't think it is feasible for him to be any cuter. " )