The Bailey Family's Beach Session in Seattle

It had been over 2 years since I shot a family on the beach. When I lived in Southern California that was my specialty, but here in Seattle folks tend to lean towards parks or urban location. Why? Well, the beaches here are freezing 9 months out of the year! Luckily it was a warm August day when the Bailey family met me at a local beach for their family session. The beaches are beautiful here in Seattle and much different/more unique than in Southern California. I had a blast playing with the two boys who are a similar age to my own son. They collected shells, got their feet wet, threw rocks into the water, and waved at the passing trains.

Blake & Ben's one year family session

I've photographed these boys in their mommy's tummy and now outside :) Blake, Ben, and their mom and dad were in Seattle for a visit all the way from Sacramento, CA. I had a great time meeting their grandmas and grandpas who all live locally in and around the Kirkland area. These two little men sure are loved!

Tori & Zack's Edgewood Lake Tahoe Wedding

Some people just win the genetic lottery and Tori and Zack are two of those people. If they plan on having kids can you imagine the gorgeous brunette babies that they will make? All joking aside, I have to mention that not only are they good looking but they are also great people. It's a rare day that you meet a man as polite and as courteous as Zack and Tori gives you the real down to earth genuine hugs that I love so much. I had a blast working with them on their wedding day and getting to know their family and friends. A shout-out to my talented associate Anita Martin for shooting with me and providing so many wonderful images to their gallery. The Edgewood Tahoe is a stunning venue and it was a joy to be able to shoot there again. Lake Tahoe makes for a perfect, romantic back drop and the weather could not have been more perfect. A light breeze washed over the water and the sun dipped below the mountain giving us gorgeous light during their sunset portraits.

Lots of laughs. A few tears. Good people. Good times. Congratulations, you two!