Weather or Not

A few weeks ago, we planned a photo shoot down on Lake Washington and the forecast called for rain, but our client was hopeful that the showers would hold off. The morning of the shoot, there were some clouds around, but no rain, so it was a go for the outside shoot. It turned out great, we had plenty of sun and great weather, and our clients were happy with the experience and their photos.

When we plan an outside shoot, we usually incorporate contingency plans in case the weather doesn't cooperate. We can still shoot inside the studio or reschedule it for another day that that includes better weather.

The best time of day for shooting outside is early in the morning or later in the evening with an hour or two after sunrise or before sunset. We also use portable lighting to enhance and improve the scene of your choice. Sometimes, you may only have a certain time-frame to schedule in. We are flexible and will find a solution that is right for you. No matter what you're goals are for your photos, we can accommodate them. Whether it's outside, inside or even both during the same day, we have you covered.

Happy New Year - 2014

Thank you to all our wonderful clients for making 2013 and our Kirkland studio opening a great success. We are excited for all the great opportunities in 2014 and having you in our studio or at your favorite location for photographs.

Make this the year to get professional photos and celebrate the relationships in your life.

Show & Tell

The name of our Blog is, "Show & Tell". There's a reason for this as with everything we do. People like to tell stories—some do it with words, while others do it with visual media. We're fans of both kinds!

We have clients who have sent us photos they like and want to emulate in their shoot, while others describe for me what they want, and still others who leave it up to us and let the session follow its own course. A little serendipity can be the secret sauce!

The great thing about our work is the people we meet and work with...all different and diverse, which makes our sessions that much better. We want your personality to stand out and your photos to reflect you. The way your photographed and how we process your photos helps in that connection.

All of our sessions are customized to fit your needs as no two are alike. There may be some similarities, but we work with you to determine the look you're after and the best way to capture that.

I've posted a photo from a recent shoot that has been processed in three different ways. There's nothing right or wrong about any of them, but one may better reflect the personality of the individuals and mood of the shoot better than another. You may want to match your photos to a room in your house, compliment other photos, or do something completely different. We also have great options for printing and mounting that reflect your style and decor.

Whatever your needs, we can design a shoot just for you.