I live for stuff like this. When Chris asked if I would be interested in photographing his proposal to his girlfriend Nicole I said, "I'm in!" He arranged for a semi private guided tour of the historic Paramount Theater here in Seattle after the evening performance of Dirty Dancing. Nicole loves theater and had seen Dirty Dancing on it's opening night. I was a "friend of the tour guide" who was just tagging along and taking photos for a project. I was so worried that Nicole would start asking me questions, but thankfully she was so wrapped up in the tour that it never came up :) Our tour guide, Julia, was of course in on the plans and pulled off the surprise beautifully! We ended the tour on stage, looking out over the vast empty seats, when Chris got down on one knee and asked Nicole to marry him. I only wish I could have been recording video at the same time as I was photographing because her reaction was PERFECT. Lots of squealing and "Oh my god!!"s were heard. She said yes (duh) and later that night Chris emailed and said that she told him it was truly her dream proposal. I am so proud of Chris for keeping his cool and pulling off such a beautiful proposal. Men everywhere...take notes! I was swooning in the romance of it all.
Studio Mini Sessions
I've never scheduled mini sessions while in Seattle because I felt that the weather was too unpredictable. It's a pain to reschedule one client due to rain, but several? No thanks! Well, now that I have my studio that is no longer a concern so I am offering mini sessions for the first time in Seattle!
When: Saturday, Feb 21st Where: 55 S. Atlantic Street, Seattle, WA What: 20 minutes/10 digital files/families, children, babies, and couples are all welcome! Cost: $200
I have 8 time slots available | 9:00 - 9:30 - 10:00 - 10:30 - 11:00 - 11:30 - 12:00 - 12:30 Please email me to reserve a spot | bre@brethurston.com
Eloise...IN MY NEW DOWNTOWN SEATTLE STUDIO!
I never thought I'd want a studio...until I moved to Seattle, and until I saw this space. I don't care for background stands, studio lights, or the stiff confined nature of most studio work (there are many exceptions, but generally speaking). Shortly after I moved to Seattle I met a great bunch of photographers, a couple of whom had a gorgeous urban natural light studio in downtown Seattle. From the moment I stepped in the door I knew that no other studio would compare. I swooned over the massive original windows, the gorgeous light that streamed in even on the stormiest of days, the industrial look of the piping and open ceiling, the white painted floors, and the vast open space where you have room to move around. When Jennifer Tai asked me if I was interested in coming in on the lease it was a big fat YES. I had joked with them that if someone ever left I wanted in, but instead they offered to add me to the lease as a 4th person. I know how particular they have been over the years so not only was I excited for the opportunity but I was also honored that they trusted me with something so big and special. The studio is located in the Bemis Building just 2 blocks from Safeco Field in downtown Seattle and just 10 minutes from my house. I am so, so excited for the opportunities that it will allow me- more boudoir, no more rained out sessions, client meetings in my own space vs. a crowded coffeehouse, etc.
My first session in the studio is not what I normally shoot. I rarely if ever shoot children alone, but when Katie asked me if I wanted to shoot photos for Eliose's 4th birthday I had to say yes. Eloise is the sweetest girl and I've been photographing their family since she was 2. In fact, you will recognize her from the session I blogged yesterday! She was a great little model and the perfect way to kick off the new studio :)
First here are a few photos of the space. From my iPhone. I know, I know...bad photographer but I liked the instant gratification as I texted them to my mom and husband. haha
