Sonoma Wedding at Sova Gardens | Destination Wedding Photographer

Joanna and Brian’s fiesta-themed wedding at Sova Gardens in Sebastapol, California was light-hearted, joyful, colorful and SO MUCH FUN!  I met Brian and Joanna in 2010 when the three of us worked together on a tall ship in the Bahamas. It was wonderful to reconnect with them again eight years later as a destination wedding […]

Oct 24, 2018

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Elopement at Mount Rainier National Park | Seattle Wedding Photographer

Laura and Geraint’s elopement at Mount Rainier National Park was one for the books! Geraint is from London, and the two met while he was on a work trip to Seattle where Laura lives. Their long-distance relationship has meant lots of travel! They both love the outdoors and adventure, so an elopement at Mount Rainier […]

Sep 12, 2018

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Woodland Park Zoo Wedding in Seattle, WA

Lisa and Ryan’s Woodland Park Zoo wedding in Seattle was so unique and memorable! Lisa absolutely loves the zoo and volunteers every week, so none of their friends and family were at all surprised when they chose it as their wedding venue. Not many people can say they hung out with gorillas, goats, porcupines, and […]

Aug 2, 2018

Bride and groom with a Hornbill bird at their Woodland Park Zoo wedding in Seattle

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5 Ways Traveling Makes Me a Better Wedding Photographer

A fundamental passion of mine is capturing beauty across the world. As I travel, I discover the international human experience and showcase it to unfamiliar audiences. I firmly believe that traveling is essential for breathing fresh air into my work, and I am convinced that the lessons I learn, and travel badges I earn make […]

May 25, 2018

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Candid Wedding Photography near Seattle: Preserving Real Moments

There is no quicker way to turn a vibrant, animated moment into a dull, forgettable one than by yelling, “Look over here and smile! Now, say CHEESE!” I believe that capturing unique, real-life moments is the most important job of a photographer, and that your wedding day deserves to be celebrated and preserved in all […]

May 21, 2018

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Fort Getty Wedding in Jamestown, Rhode Island

Rachael is a dear friend, and I was so honored when she asked me to travel to Rhode Island to photograph her wedding. The thing I loved most about their wedding was that it was so perfectly, uniquely THEIRS. They bucked tradition for tradition’s sake and focused on creating a day that was personal and […]

Apr 27, 2018

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Maplehurst Farm Wedding in Skagit Valley, WA

Katherine and Brent’s wedding at Maplehurst Farm in Skagit Valley was an absolute dream! It was equal parts romantic fairytale and laid-back good time. Katherine is incredibly crafty, and she put so much work into all of the details and decor. It was GORGEOUS! My favorite design detail was a floral garland on a giant […]

Apr 19, 2018

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Staying at Posthotel in Leavenworth, Washington

Adam and I just got home from the most amazing spa weekend in Leavenworth! We stayed at Posthotel and pretty much didn’t leave the resort the entire weekend. This place is a dream!

Apr 18, 2018

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Discovery Park Engagement Session in Seattle

Lisa and Ryan chose Discovery Park for their engagement session, and I’m so glad they did! It’s one of my absolute favorite locations in Seattle for engagement photos. Lisa spent her childhood playing in the fields of Discovery Park, and now she and Ryan go on picnics there. I had so much fun getting to know […]

Apr 15, 2018

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Teaching for National Geographic Student Expeditions in Iceland

I recently returned from spending an incredible six weeks in Iceland! I led two photography trips for National Geographic Student Expeditions, and afterward, Adam met me in Reykjavik where we rented a four wheel drive campervan and explored more of the country.  

Nov 30, 2017

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