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On a brisk afternoon S & D adventured out to Pine Ridge Park for their engagement session in Edmonds, Washington. The forest brought a hue of opal light and softness that portrayed a romantic story to behold. They danced, giggled, and cuddled under the canopy of the forest.
PNW Family unites in the face of cancer and carry their memories of their father, husband, brother. This was one of the hardest sessions I’ve ever gotten to photograph, but while shooting I was reminded of my late Grandmother Audrey who worked very hard, created art, and was unfortunately diagnosed with the same terminal cancer that this man has been diagnosed with. She passed away from her pancreatic cancer when I was 18.
During the shoot, I felt her presence. It was like she was nudging me whispering, “This is your purpose, this is what you need to capture in life.” That something is the love family members have when they receive the worst news, a diagnosis of terminal cancer. You do everything to rally around the family member and enjoy the last moments. I left the session not upset, but proud of what I captured. It was like I put film in my camera and the session had a life of it’s own.
Later that day I realized it was my Grandma’s birthday, and she would have been 94 (you can’t make this stuff up!). It’s a joy to get that feeling that those family members who passed on could be here with us watching. The weekend I photographed this meaningful family’s session was fortuitous, not only because they all came from out of town, but also because his health is now declining and a photo shoot would no longer be possible. The gift of images will last a lifetime and I’m so thankful our paths crossed. It was meant to be. 
Cancer comes in all shapes and different sizes. In the quest to find a cure when it’s to far along, we won’t let cancer defeat the memories we’ve created on this earth or the memories of those that have taught us and shaped us. Love always endures in our hearts, minds, and body. I know this because as I write I look out my window and see a rainbow. A rainbow that symbolized peace for my Grandmother and the hope and the love she gave to her family. As I’m sure this man has done too for his family.
The White Family gathered for a fun, fall family session in West Seattle. We threw leaves, played with their adorable dog, and enjoyed the PNW rain mist halfway through our session. These boys listened to all my instructions and we had a blast! Extra pressure photographing this family because my husband works with Mr. + Mrs. White, building and designing amazing marine solutions at a naval architecture firm in Seattle. Their job is super cool along with my husbands and I love that their company, GLOSTEN is built upon the foundation of family. I’m looking forward in connecting with the entire Glosten family soon at the Christmas Party they host every year. Happy Holidays!
If you haven’t heard about Tank + RiceCake, join the family on Instagram! Adventures of Tank + RiceCake!
Lil’ Miss RiceCake was turning 1 this past year and we got her in the studio to photograph a full session of fun before we smashed the cake!! Mom created different outfits and set ups. She’s the sweetest lil’ gal that has become apart of the LRP family. We love her to death and we can’t wait to see what more adventures Tank and Rice Cake will make in the coming years.
Bring all the cute one-year-olds to the studio this coming year and next! Inquire today for a milestone and cake session for your lil’ one. Let’s make an adventure.
E & M enjoyed several hours in the studio capturing their lifestyle newborn session with their sweet baby boy. Life as we know it will never be the same for these new parents! What a wonderful day we had in the studio.
I offer Studio Lifestyle Newborn Photography sessions. They take about 2-3 hours to photograph. I’m not about the posing-with-the-beanbag kinda of newborn photographer. If we have time I will try but I’m all about the real and now, such as poses with Mom + Dad and showing the physical connection and love they have for baby + siblings too. Though let’s not forget a bowl or basket pose for baby that contributes to the entire gallery feel! I truly love these sessions because it shows the authentic raw baby with the peeling skin and exactly how you saw your baby when you look back at these photos years from now. Including the parts where baby surprises you and sneaks a glance at the world. Don’t get me wrong I smooth skin and color balance as much as I can, but for example, you can see with Mom’s hair a little wispy. The photos tell the story so naturally I couldn’t make this up and edit that out.
Bring on more babies and sweet sweet family love. Inquire today!
