Zach & Katie - Trash the Dress

my sweet friends Katie & Zach got married in July, in an absolutely beautiful ceremony. After their honeymoon, we got together for a fun "Trash the Dress" session. Trash the Dress is basically just a chance to wear your dress again, and take pictures in another location. A lot of my friends call these "Rock the Dress" sessions, since most of the time you don't actually trash it. When we first started talking about the shoot, Katie wasn't too sure that she wanted to trash her dress. But when we climbed in the car, she said she was up for anything...even getting in the water at Golden Gardens! FYI - i didn't make her get in the water.

If after looking at these pictures, you decide that Katie could be your best friend, you should probably check out her fantastic blog here :)

Just for Fun - Gaby & Natassia

A few months ago, I thought it would be fun to get together with Gaby Jones and take some pictures. For no reason, other than I wanted to play with my camera. She invited her gorgeous friend Natassia, I invited my gorgeous friend Emilie and my husband, and we ventured down to Pioneer Square in Seattle. While there, we got yelled at by some of the Square's inhabitants, saw sweatered trees, and enjoyed a beautiful Saturday in Seattle.

And since we were down there, we had to finish the day at Top Pot Doughnuts :)

Ross James Photography Workshop

On May 22, I had the privilege of attending a group mentoring session with one of my favorite local photographers, Ross James. It was AMAZING! We went over off-camera lighting, posing, composition, how to make the most of the natural light available and more. I had a great time, and I am so grateful to Ross and Melissa for taking the time out of their schedule for this session! Check out his work: www.rossjamesphotography.com &www.facebook.com/RossJamesPhotographer

And thank you to the beautiful Harley Alexander for being our model for the day!

Ashley & Mike - Pay It Forward

In February, I had a Pay-It-Forward session with Brea Bursch of CYE Photography. One of the "rules" of the PIF was to pay it forward to another photographer.

I immediately thought of my friend Ashley Fuentes for my PIF! Ashley and I have known each other since first grade or something ridiculous like that. We recently reconnected over Facebook, and found out that we're both into photography. Who better to shoot? Ashley is used to being behind the camera, so she was a little nervous - but she totally rocked it. She knew what she wanted and she and Mike were perfect :)

I'm so glad we were able to (FINALLY!!!) get together, and that the weather (FINALLY!!!) cooperated :) You're amazing Ashley and I can't wait to see what you do next :)

Ashley & Cleve - Hitched!

Shut up...They're married. And having the time of their lives in Europe.

You might remember Ashley and Cleve from their Engagement Shoot back in August. Ashley and Cleve are the first couple that I will be shooting from start to finish - engagement, rehearsal dinner, wedding, trash the dress...maybe even a bambino in the future? (I'm not announcing anything...just wishful thinking :) ).

Ashley and Cleve are also the last wedding for me until after my baby comes. What a great wedding to end with. Their wedding was at Urban Light Studios, wonderful food from Lake Street Catering, Cupcakes by New York Cupcakes, and incredible coordinating by Sheena of The Invisible Hostess. Thanks for choosing us to be a part of your special day guys!