Photography

Family, Photography

From first wedding photos to family portraits years later, it was such a joy to photograph Bizzy, Nikhil, and their little one at Lake Temescal Park in Oakland.

This image shows a man holding a baby in his arms, with a woman standing nearby. The man is wearing a white long-sleeved shirt and dark pants, while the woman is dressed in a yellow dress. The baby is wearing a light-colored outfit. They are standing in an outdoor setting with lush green trees in the background, suggesting a park or a garden. The sky is clear and blue, indicating a sunny day.

A Family Photo Session in the East Bay

Santa Barbara Family Photos | Playful East Beach Session

East Beach gave us the perfect California backdrop for this playful Santa Barbara family session. Candid, relaxed, and full of joy, just the way family photos should be.

Family, Photography

This image shows a family of three enjoying a day at the beach. A man is carrying a young child on his shoulders, both of them smiling. The child is wearing a striped shirt and shorts. A woman, dressed in a black dress with floral patterns, is walking towards them, also smiling. The beach is sandy with waves crashing in the background, and the sky is clear.

Photography, Portraits

Portraits of Santa Barbara artist Wendy Fisher captured both her studio process and outdoor headshots. A lifestyle session full of creativity, sunshine, and new beginnings.

This image shows an artist working in a studio. The artist is standing behind a table covered with a white cloth, holding a paint palette and a brush. Various art supplies are scattered on the table, including paint bottles, a palette, and a roll of paper. In the background, there is a computer monitor on a desk, along with a keyboard and other art tools. A clock is mounted on the wall above the desk. The studio has natural light coming through a window on the left side.

Santa Barbara Artist Portraits | Wendy Fisher

Santa Barbara Engagement Photos | Elizabeth & Justin

Elizabeth and Justin drove up from Los Angeles to celebrate their love in Santa Barbara. From sunset at West Beach to colorful murals in the Funk Zone and the tile-lined stairways on State Street, their engagement photos capture everything we love about California romance.

Engagements, Photography

This image shows a couple walking along a sandy path, possibly at a beach. The man is wearing a light blue shirt and the woman is in a bright yellow dress. They appear to be engaged in a conversation, with the woman smiling. In the background, there are several tall palm trees, and a blue lifeguard tower is visible on the right side. The sky is clear and bright, suggesting it is daytime.

Food, Lifestyle, Photography

Behind the scenes of the Lauren Ko Pieometry photoshoot for Anthropologie. Food, lifestyle, and creative portraits of her geometric pies and artistic process.

This image shows a tart with a white cream filling topped with sliced pears arranged in a decorative pattern. The tart is placed on a round plate with a colorful rim, featuring blue, green, and white stripes. The plate is set on a white surface, likely a table. Surrounding the tart are additional pears, some whole and some sliced, placed on a wooden cutting board and a light-colored cloth. The scene suggests a fresh and appetizing dessert presentation.

Lauren Ko Pieometry Photoshoot for Anthropologie

Kimber Elements Brand Shoot | Jewelry with Impact

A brand shoot with kimber elements, a company creating jewelry with impact through fair trade partnerships with Indigenous women in Kenya.

Lifestyle, Photography

This image shows two individuals standing in a field of tall grass. The person on the left is wearing a white dress and a necklace, while the person on the right is wearing a black shirt, white pants, and a white hat. Both individuals appear to be posing for a photograph. The background features dense green foliage and trees, suggesting a natural, outdoor setting. The sky is clear and blue, indicating fair weather.

Food, Lifestyle, Photography

Como restaurant opened at Carillon Point with Italian-inspired food, a stunning waterfront patio, and a classic boat on Lake Washington.

This image shows a person sitting on a boat, wearing a striped shirt and glasses, holding a glass, and gesturing with one hand. Another person is standing beside them, also wearing a striped shirt. The boat has a wooden and blue interior, with a polished wooden table in the foreground. The background features a clear blue sky and a body of water, suggesting a sunny day on the water.

Como Restaurant Opening Celebration | Launch Photos on Lake Washington

Slice PR | Brand Strategy, Content, and Photography

Slice PR branding project with Megan Swartz Gellert. From strategy to content planning to lifestyle photography sessions in Seattle’s Pioneer Square.

Branding, Content Development, Lifestyle, Photography, Projects

This image shows a person sitting at a desk in front of a large window, engaged in writing with a pen on a piece of paper. The desk is equipped with a lamp on the left side and an Apple laptop on the right side. The person is wearing a striped shirt and appears to be focused on their writing task. There is a small electronic device, possibly a speaker or a portable charger, placed on the window sill to the right. The background through the window shows an urban scene with buildings and some greenery.

Lifestyle, Photography

GoDaddy brought me on as one of their local photographers to document businesses in the area that were enhancing their social media and web presence with new imagery. It was a great opportunity to connect with small businesses throughout Seattle, Redmond, Sea-Tac, Puyallup, and beyond. Some highlights included photographs for the Betz Family Winery in […]

GoDaddy Brand Stories

Cirilia & Elliott – Seattle

I first met Ciriia when she arrived with Elliott to a friend’s wedding I was photographing. As I captured photos of the guests, I remember noticing the intense sweetness with which they looked at one another. As any photog would, I captured it on camera. Years later, I saw them here and there at various […]

Photography, Weddings

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