Brett+Julie: Seattle Engagement

The first time I met Julie, we met downtown with her sister to discuss wedding photography for Brett and Julie's wedding next July. She brought along a few photo books that she and Brett had made, which I loved! The first things I noticed about Julie and Brett were that they loved to travel as much as possible together, that they are very much in love, and they have these cat-like jumping abilities!

Brett and Julie flew me out to Seattle where they live, work, school and play to photograph their engagement session. I've never met anyone that loved where they live as much as they do. They know Seattle, they know the history, the little hole in the wall restaurants, the best little shops, the greatest parts of town, the best views, the beautiful parks; they KNOW and LOVE their city, which made it so fun for me. I got to learn so much about Seattle and they even took me up the "Sneedle" to get a gorgeous view of the city.

Brett and Julie picked all the locations, many of which you might recognize if you've ever been to Seattle. They did a phenomenal job, if I may say so myself.

Our last location that they picked had the most beautiful view of the city. Well done!

Brett and Julie, you were both absolutely amazing. Thank you thank you THANK YOU for one of the funnest engagement shoots I've ever had, and for treating me to the best tour of Seattle. Can't wait for July!

Seattle Engagement Preview

Last Friday, an amazing couple flew me out to Seattle to shoot their engagements. I flew to Seattle in the morning, did the shoot and was able to spend some awesome extra time with them, and then flew home that same night. It was wonderful! I'm excited to blog their full shoot (this Friday). So for now, as I'm culling and editing, I just wanted to give you a sneak peak.

Lots more to come.

Also, if you get a sec, check out these amazing photographers. I love looking at other photographers work, and being inspired by them. Always learning. So if you love photography, check out:

Ben Chrisman (unbelievable style. The first time I went to his site, I couldn't leave it. He has some images that blow me away. VERY journalistic style of shooting), Stacy Reeves (I LOVE her warm tones. If I had to pick someone today to shoot my wedding and money was no object, it would be a VERY hard choice, but Stacy would be near or at the top), and Susan Stripling (gorgeous tones as well. Very different than the others, has a beautiful unique style. I love the way she uses light! Seriously talented woman).

That's all folks! Enjoy your Wednesday!

Dominic+Dorys Engagement Session

Yes, I know today is Friday which means I'm supposed to post a photo of the week. But I had the greatest engagement session recently, and quite honestly, I can't wait till next week to post it.

So...first off, I love photographing people in love. For one, they're happy and it truly shows and that makes ALL the difference in the pictures. Actually it makes my job pretty easy. I just need to capture the love and happiness that's already there. Dominic and Dorys are very much like this. They're in love. They're happy. They photograph really well, because nothing is forced. All I have to do is let them be them...happy and in love. (Plus they're extra amazing because they're bringing me to Mexico to shoot their wedding in December. Seriously? Can't wait!)

You might recognize this first photo's location from my Photo of the Week blog post two weeks ago.

After being downtown, we headed up to the foothills, one of my favorite places to shoot.

I'll end with one of the last pictures we took that day. We had photographed well past the just before sunset light, and we could start to see the lights of Boise come on. As we were walking back to the cars, Dominic had the great suggestion to get the lights in the background. The lighting was still beautiful so we snapped a few right there on the road. Awesome suggestion Dominic! You guys are awesome!