Sandhya and Scott are incredibly kind, thoughtful and so happy with each other.  I’m glad our paths crossed and hope to see more of these two in the future! Sandhya is so down to earth and warm-hearted, and Scott is fun and hilarious! It was one of those photo sessions that leave you energized and inspired.  Sandhya is a super-talented make-up artist in Seattle, and she did awesome make up for one of my previous brides.

The moment I met Sandhya and Scott at the Seattle waterfront, it felt so comfortable. We were cracking jokes and hanging out as if we were friends for years. Seriously, how awesome is that?!  They were so relaxed and in tune with each other, and that energy really came through in the photos.  A huge thanks to both of you for your positive spirits and happy smiles!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sandhya mentioned they love drinking tea together, and often go for tea-tastings. They will be incorporating tea into their wedding, and also wanted to a few engagement photos to show this part of their relationship.

 

 

 

 

After fun adventures in Seattle, we drove up to Deception Pass, on Whidbey Island. After they had become friends, Scott brought Sandhya to this park, where they talked for hours. It was at this park where they took their friendship to the next level.  It was an important and meaningful part of their journey together and we wanted to capture these memories.  The photo below is a view from the Deception Pass Bridge. It’s actually quite scary to be up there! It’s higher than it looks!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

The photos below were taken at the beach where Scott and Sandhya went on a very special date.   So awesome!

 

 

The photo below is super special. This is the place they sat for hours, when they took their friendship to the next level.  Congratulations to both of you!

 

 

In the early part of their relationship, they went out with friends and wanted to show this in a few photos. We took these photos at The Parlor bar in Bellevue, WA.

 

 

Congratulations!! 🙂

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These two are just so awesome.  I think we spent the majority of our engagement session chatting with each other.  Nick contacted me regarding engagement photos for his quickly approaching wedding, He mentioned that his fiance, Kiran, lives in San Francisco, but is planning to fly to Seattle. So we made it happen!

I was even more stoked that they wanted their engagement photos at Alki Beach, in West Seattle.  It’s such a beautiful location, with great views of the Seattle Skyline and the Space Needle.  It was an absolutely perfect sunny Seattle afternoon!

These two were naturals! They felt so comfortable in front of the camera, and with each other.  It was a super fun time.  Also, I gotta give them props for being in a long distance relationship.  It can definitely be challenging at times, but they pushed through it, and have a fantastic relationship. I love how happy they were the entire time.

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Hope everyone enjoys these engagement photos of Nick and Kiran- they both look so good!

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Our engagement photography session began in Capitol Hill and took us all the way to the Cascade Mountains.  I wanted these photos to capture and reflect the spirit of Kruti and Pritesh’s strong relationship.

A few (of the many) things Kruti and Pritesh have taught me over the years:

• Always push yourself to become a better person.
• Take time to reflect on who you are, who you were, and where you want to be in life. Act on it.
• If you’re out of your comfort zone, you’re doing something right.
• When life gives you a challenge, first turn to your family for guidance and advice. Trust in their support. Then kick the challenge in the butt!
• Be kind to everyone around you. Always.
• Work hard.
• Let ambition be your guide.
• A good education is always an asset.
• Relationships are like a stew. They take time and patience, and the final result will only be as good as the ingredients you put into it.
• Love and respect your family, for they are the support system for your life now, and in the future.
• Emotions are transitory and are not a good way to make decisions.
• Look inside yourself. Often.
• Have faith. Trust in faith.

I hope these photos provide a small glimpse into love of these two cool people.  I’m so excited to photograph their wedding, and wish them the very best!  Thanks to everything you guys have taught me.

Okay, so I know there are a TON of pictures for this blog post, but I couldn’t help it!! I had to post them all! It was so tough to narrow it down to just these….. hope you guys enjoy!

Kruti and Pritesh really got to know each other through hiking and nature. They share a passion for the outdoors and early in their relationship, many of their deep talks happened while hiking together. Kruti trained for 1 year to climb Mount Rainier, and Pritesh did much of that with her.  It was so meaningful for them to go through that experience together.  To push themselves, to grow, to overcome challenges together, and to share that sense of achievement.

We wanted to incorporate this very important element into their engagement photos.

During our session, when we were standing by the lake, there was a moment when they were embracing each other, holding each other in complete silence. It seemed like all the sounds around us disappeared and it was just the two of them. Lost in each others arms. You could feel love in the air. You could feel that connection they have with each other.  Such a memorable moment.

Thanks Kruti and Pritesh!

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22 crazy-long-years-ago, I was a tiny little minion, sitting in the 3^rd grade next to another little minion named, Kevin.

Who would have thought, that over 22 yrs later, I would be taking his engagement photos?! Kevin and I have been friends through every new chapter of life, from recesses in elementary school, the awkward middle school years, first crushes, soccer teammates (Kevin was an all-star soccer player), and playing countless basketball games on countless courts… and who can forget the adventures and experiences of high school and college?! And now, we work out together twice a week.  What an amazing and wonderful friendship we’ve shared!

Four years ago, Kevin was so excited when he told me about Erika, and now they’re planning a lovely wedding together. Erika is such a kind and wonderful friend. Over the years, I’ve appreciated her understanding, patient, and peaceful spirit and I couldn’t be happier that she is marrying my friend.  From the first time I met Erika, spending time with her has always been so easy and fun. And just look at her lovely smile!

The 3 of us had a fun time taking these pictures. I was so thrilled when Erika and Kevin decided to take their engagement photos in Whatcom County, where Kevin grew up. These pictures truly reflect Kevin and Erika, their personalities, and their relationship with each other. They chose the beautiful location of Hovander Park, in Ferndale, WA. Within the first few minutes of our arrival, Kevin said, “Wow, this place brings back so many memories…”

With the warm sun shining on our faces, we kept asking, “Is this really February?!” Such an awesome day and a super fun engagement photo session! Hovander park encompasses 350 acres of fertile farmland along the Nooksack river. Mount Baker can be seen in the some of the photos, providing an amazing backdrop.

 

 

The following text, describing the Hovander Barn, is used from the Hovander Website:

“In and around the barn and farmyard is a collection of antique farm implements, including old harvesting equipment. Children can play on brightly painted tractors in the play area. Inside the barn are many unique architectural building styles and a hayloft used for storage. Within the massive barn is a milking parlor display adorned with some of the antique tools and equipment used at the time the Hovanders worked the farm. In the restored milk house are many of the tools used for making butter and cheese. The newly constructed office is a replica of the original homestead cabin the family lived in while the big house was built. The red and white building next to it was the carriage house which stored buggies and carts and later on, cars and trucks”

I really love the view of Mount Baker in the picture above.

 

 

 

 

For the picture below, the following text was taken from the Hovander Park website: 

“The Hovander House was built of 52,000 board feet of handpicked clear western red cedar and Douglas fir. Several Scandinavian design elements were used, such as large windows for light, and sculpting patterns for interior moldings and exterior gingerbread. Originally all the woodwork of this six-room, two story house, was treated inside and out with linseed oil. The overall scale and use of ornamentation gives the Hovander House a manor-like appearance. The house was completed in 1903 and the 60-foot high barn, one of the largest wood barns in the County, was finished eight years later. The house is furnished with original pieces brought from Sweden by the family, and other furniture collected by Otis Hovander, the last son who lived in the house until 1969.”

 

 

Thanks Kevin and Erika, and I wish you both the very, very best life together, my friends!

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