Toni & John (& Elliot!) ~ Maternity Photography, Vancouver, WA
Like several others, these parents-to-be booked me MONTHS ago for their maternity and newborn photos. Mama wanted a more casual, laid-back, intimate home session and then stuff happened. And things closed. And sessions needed to be postponed… for who knew how long?
Obviously, maternity photos for this couple was on a BIT of a deadline. So, we postponed their April session for a later date and crossed our fingers HARD that we’d be able to make it happen before little Elliot decided to make her debut.
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Family Photos, COVID-Style ~ Vancouver, WA
Things have gotten a little different recently with photography requirements in the age of COVID. The biggest two changes are that your photographer is required to be masked and to remain at least six feet away from you and your family. I stand behind these precautions 120%, but they do create some challenges. Wearing a mask means that your children (and pets!) can’t see my smile. This one is TOUGH for me from a heartstrings perspective. I want your little ones to feel comfortable with me as soon as possible, so my challenge to myself is to up my game verbally. Apologizes in advance if I’m a little “extra” at your session due to this. Make sure to have your morning coffee before you arrive. ;)
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I am Strong. I am Fierce. ~ Guest Blog, Vancouver, WA Boudoir Photography
I walked away from Brittney’s studio thinking about how I had doubted myself, how good I felt, and how I couldn’t wait to see how everything turned out. When I sat down with Brittney to look at all the pictures I wanted to cry. I looked BEAUTIFUL. All of the things I had worried about showing up in the pictures I didn’t even see. My body looked strong, I looked fierce. Every picture I saw made me appreciate myself more. I wanted to cry looking at them, why couldn’t I just trust myself? This was an experience I will never forget and something I will always look back on (especially when I’m doubting myself).
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Five Reasons Why You NEED A Boudoir Session!
I’ve said this SO MANY TIMES before, but having boudoir photos taken is such an AMAZING experience! And something that I think every woman should do! Here are just a few of the “Why’s” for you to consider…
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Dancing to the Music of Today
As I was sitting on my couch reading, I came across this passage… and it hit me… hard. I HAD to stop and document it. And then immediately posted it on my social media because it was just… so much… “Yes”.
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How Being a “Pub Kid” Changed My Life
I feel like you all are going to learn a LOT about me while we’re all quarantined. lol Without new sessions and material to share, and I’m going back to my list of “oh I should I write about that someday!” blog post ideas. ;) One of which is how I got started in photography…
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This Boudoir Photographer's Attempt at Self Portraits
With everything being shut down (as of my writing this on April 21st), and not being able to photograph actual clients in my studio right now, I decided to try to use my built up creative energy to do some self portraits and play around with different poses… well, I’ll tell you, it was a lot more work than I thought it would be! lol BUT out of all of the images that I took (and there were MANY!) I did end up with some that I am quite proud of!
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Mama, You Are the Real Miracle
Even though I wasn’t there, I still KNOW that the day was magical and emotional. I know that there were tears, big ol’ smiles, and lots of hugs. I know that there was hand holding and gentle touches. I know that Dad kissed Mom, and Mom had a brave smile on her face. I know that Dad stood back in awe as he watched his partner bring his child into the world. I know that he was feeling so many emotions as he met the small, helpless little person that his wife had been nurturing, protecting, and physically experiencing (mostly alone) for the last 9 months.
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Documenting Life in 2020 through WebCam Photo Sessions
As a “non-essential” business, I can work “remotely”… and what’s more “remote” than photographing you via webcam?? Not only is this a fun experience for both of us, but it’s an iconic way to document what life in 2020 was like for us.
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Eight Years Just Flew By...
Today, my daughter turns 8 years old.
I really have no idea how that happened. I look at photos from her three, four, five years ago and I can REMEMBER that day. I can remember the conversations and the funny things that she said. I can’t quite believe that it didn’t happen yesterday.
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Being Seen ~ Vancouver, WA Boudoir Photography
I used to think that doing boudoir photos always seemed like you would be doing it for someone else to give the pictures to, I couldn’t have been more wrong. It was really empowering and the biggest take away I think from the entire experience was to feel seen. That might sound weird but being a wife, mother, employee, boss and friend is overwhelming at times like I am something for someone all the time and that someone is never myself.
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Click Away 2020 – Atlanta, Georgia
I mentioned a couple of posts before that I attended the Click Away photography conference in Atlanta before shit hit the fan. I want to take a minute to tell you all about the conference! I came home with so many great ideas and inspiration… and new contacts in the industry! It was definitely just the thing that I needed before coming home to quarantine.
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Quarantine Day # 654863
I’m writing this post on March 24th, 2020. This is day #7 of unwanted, unintended, forced upon me, homeschool. This is also roughly day #11 of “social distancing” and just being around my immediate family 24/7. And, day #1 of “stay home, stay safe” aka “shelter in place” aka “stay the f- home”.
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And Then I Came Home...
This is absolutely nuts. I thought to myself. This woman is crazy.
And then I came home.
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What IS Birth Photography?
One of my biggest regrets around the births of my two kids is that I don’t have more photos. I was so doped up on medications, and SOO exhausted, that I barely remember anything about what happened those days.
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Is Boudoir Photography Safe?
The answer to this is yes… and no… or, rather, maybe. Let me explain.
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My Valentine
Remember the days of Myspace and wasting hours of your life filling out silly little quizzes and questionnaires about your life and preference? Or am I totally aging myself right now? =) Well, either way, I saw this little going around the interwebs and thought it would be the perfect Valentine’s post and provide a little “get to know your wedding photographer” information, too!
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Some of My Favorite Venues!
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing some beautiful wedding ceremonies in some gorgeous locations… and I’d love to share some of those with you. Maybe you’ll find your place among the list, or maybe just some inspiration and ideas… either way, it’s a win!
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What is Your "One Word"? ~ Boudoir Client Guest Post
Suddenly, I was no longer concerned with lumps. I felt BEAUTIFUL! My body felt strong. My confidence soared.
She showed a couple snaps on her camera throughout the session, and I was blown away. Why was I so worried? I looked like a BABE! There were no lumps, no love handles. I didn’t have backfat erupting from the back of my thong, or cellulite on my thighs that looked like cottage cheese. I looked like a strong, sexy, confident women.
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Kayla & David ~ Independence, Oregon Wedding
Kayla and her fiance, David, told me that they were planning on getting married on September 19, 2019… 9/19/19… this year’s palindrome day! They had already booked the garden at Green Villa Barn and Garden in Independence, Oregon and was hoping that I’d be willing to travel for document their big day. Without hesitation, I said “Yes!” they seemed like a fun couple and the venue looked gorgeous! We got a contract signed, their date on my calendar, and then waiting for over a year! But, I’ll tell you, it was worth the wait!
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