Family Photography Blog
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The Road To Becoming A Family Photographer
Everybody’s path is different. Some photographers become successful overnight. They wake up one day confronted with a life situation where they must earn a living and decide to become a family photographer because they are good with kids, they like photography well enough, or happen to have a camera in a closet that the ex…
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A Great Portrait Photo Is Essential For Online Dating
Elevate Your online dating prospects with a portrait that brings out the best of you. There is so much more to portrait photography than taking a snapshot of your face. My years of experience as a portrait photographer has taught me when to take the photo—at that key moment that makes you approachable and attractive.…
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Children’s portraits in Autumn, Seattle, WA
As a Seattle family photographer, I revel in this time of the year. The quality of light is incredible for making photos of families. It is even, milky, and soft, allowing for strong portraits. Originally published October 24, 2014
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Inspiring Places to Photograph in Seattle
I was recently interviewed by Redfin and asked about my favorite “photography spot” in Seattle. Without hesitation I said: Seattle’s Kerry Park. Why? Kerry Park is probably the most picturesque location in all of Seattle. Having a combination of the Space Needle, skyline, Mt. Rainer and Puget Sound as its backdrop, you are guaranteed to come away…
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Meditative Photography for Women
There is so much beauty that passes by us daily, or rather that we pass it by, and I would like to bring that awareness back and make a daily practice of it by teaching Meditative Photography for Women. You might think that making photos and practicing meditation might be unrelated since the photography is…
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Seattle photographer on capturing genuine smiles and authentic expressions in children’s photos
Autumn has arrived. A colleague called me recently after a family photo session and said, “I have a quick question. Do you find, when you are taking children’s photos, that kids sometimes don’t want to look at you during the photo session, let alone smile, laugh, or show you their brand new teeth? “You know…