Are you a photographer? I'll be speaking at the Click Away conference!

I am so excited to be one of the platform speakers at Click Away in Salt Lake City this September! I get to do what I love best - talk about weddings. Not only that, but I am teaching a small class called The Art of Image Selection. I will discuss my method of culling, teach others how to speed up their culling work flow, and walk through the importance of selecting the best images for your clients, your blog, and self promotion. It's going to be a blast and there are so many wonderful class options. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner, a pro, if you shoot weddings, newborns, street, food, macro, underwater, video, seniors, families, film, digital, or if you just want to join a lot of enthusiastic and talented people who love to talk about photography...there is something for you! There will be shooting and posing demos, photo walks, gear you can play with, critique sessions, and so much more.

Join me!

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A surprise gender reveal! | Seattle, WA

When my sister asked if I would be interested in shooting a gender reveal for one of her dearest friends I gave her an unequivocal "yes!" I loved the surprise element of it and the chance to capture real, genuine reactions as they learned the gender of their baby in front of my camera. Their appointment was in the morning, the technician put the results in a sealed envelope, and they waited all day until they could hand it to me. It was supposed to be quite rainy, hence the umbrella idea, but the sun decided to come out as soon as we arrived. We worked together to come up with an idea that was different than the traditional frosted cake/cupcake or colored balloons in a box. You know what though? We could have taken away the umbrellas completely and it would have been just as amazing simply watching them open the envelope. I admit, I flat out cried. Tears down my cheeks. Mascara under my eyes. Their joy was contagious. I am so, so happy for this amazing couple!

So, what will it be? Boy or a girl? :)

Kara & Patrick's San Francisco Engagement at the Palace of Fine Arts

Last October I had the opportunity to shoot Kara and Patrick's engagement session at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco and we were given a BEAUTIFUL day. The sun was shining, there was a light breeze, and a crispness to the air. I've driven past the Palace of Fine Arts many times but this was my first time getting out and standing beneath the massive structures. There were many other photo sessions taking place while we were there and I can see why it's a popular destination for photographers. Kara, Patrick, and I laughed as we walked around the grounds and over to the water's edge to see the Golden Gate Bride and Alcatraz. We marveled at the beautiful homes and pondered what these people do for a living. haha. Next month I will be traveling back to the Bay Area to photograph their wedding at the Los Altos History museum. I can't wait!