Valdez Family Year 5 | Carkeek Park

I love showing up to a photo shoot and seeing a fresh baby bump! Amanda surprised me with a sign during their shoot that they wanted to use for an announcement.  Soon to be big brother was all over it…he’s a total pro now that he’s in his 5th year of photos with me.

We’ve been romping all over the Seattle area for shoots and this year landed at Carkeek Park for some serious fun in the sun. There were trees to climb, rocks to throw in the water, and driftwood to balance along. Dave & Amanda are seasoned parent pros who go with the flow, letting their son be his best self while doing all the things that little kids love to do, catching his handsome smile between action shots.

Thanks for being a forever family and for always allowing me to capture what truly makes your family special. So fun running into you the other day too, which was a great reminder that I still needed to post these 😉 ! ~Marissa

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Kensi & Pat | Manor House at Pleasant Beach Wedding

There was a buzz of excitement in the air. Today was the day they’d been waiting for, the day to celebrate their love and to get married! Music was playing and the rental house was packed with people staying the weekend or just enjoying the party atmosphere, anticipating the fun day ahead with bride Kensi. At the Manor house the guys were playing games, telling jokes and getting ready, while vendors rushed around getting everything prepped for the celebration.

A secret garden was the perfect spot for Kensi and Pat to have their first look, getting all the pre-wedding jitters out, and relaxing into each other’s company. Their giant wedding party met us in the woods for some hilarious fun, lots of laughter, tons of jokes, and some pictures in between. This couple sure knows how to surround themselves with those they love.

As the ceremony started, tears flowed, hands shook, smiles were shared, and personal vows read (Pat even laminated his!). It was quite literally the perfect ceremony to make promises and share their love for one another. They flew down the aisle all smiles, petals flying around them, celebrating with another kiss, and were whisked off to take photos in front of the old movie theater that had been specially done-up with their names and wedding date.

Cheers rang out as they joined their family and friends for cocktails and again for their grand entrance into the transformed tent with sweet floral touches and the smell of delicious food. The night was just getting started as the band warmed up to Kensi & Pat’s first dance song before the most epic dance party. There wasn’t a single non-sweating body on the packed dance floor swaying to the music as song after song was danced and sung to.

Congratulations Kensi & Pat! What a day. We’re still reminiscing over all the fabulous moments and pure excitement that made up your wedding day. Thank you for letting us join in on all the fun! ~Erik & Marissa

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Here’s a bride who knows what’s important…cut the dress into a party dress rather than trip on it all night trying to dance! Loved this Kensi!

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Thanks team for making this wedding day one for the books!

Band- The Shakedown

Beauty- KLS Makeup Artistry

Catering- Manor House at Pleasant Beach

Desserts- Blackbird Bakery

Dress- BHLDN

Florals- Garden Party Flowers

Invitations- Minted

Menswear- The Black Tux

Planner- Sprinkled in Seattle

Rentals- Balancing balloons, Olympic Farm Style Events

Transportation- Butler Transportation

Venue- Manor House at Pleasant Beach

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Baby Graham | Seattle Newborn Photographer

It was cozy and warm in the studio, even though it was icy and cold outside! Loved meeting this sweet baby for his newborn session at the studio during Seattle’s crazy ice storm (luckily it was the day before everything shut down). At just 1 week old he slept our entire session, giving us sleeping smiles, yawns and a few photos at the end with his eyes open.

This little guy is so very loved by his mama and we couldn’t help but notice they’re practically twins!

Congratulations Sherra, he’s beautiful and perfect. Thank you so much for letting me document him inside and outside of your baby bump! ~Marissa

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Ruth Family | Discovery Park

I’m forever honored when families choose to update family photos with me. This special mama is a fellow-photographer, which means she knows the insider tricks for getting kiddos to smile! We had a blast playing at the park, celebrating their first year as a family with their sweet little guy (and their fur baby too). Don’t miss the double-tongue pup and baby pic and Fitz’s dirt-angel fun at the end!

That morning ended up with some serious, cool lighting from the fog (or perhaps smoke?) and sun combination.

Loved this session with you all Meredith and Kevin! Congrats on your first year (plus some!) of parenthood- you two are serious pros already. Your happy, go-with-the-flow parenting is the best! Thanks for the honor of documenting this moment in your lives together. ~Marissa

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Double tongues! So cute.

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Anela & Christian | Chambers Bay Engagement

We love when our couples incorporate special places or experiences into their engagement session. Anela & Christian met at this golf course so we had to go back for photos (plus, it’s the coolest golf course around;) Christian was even able to snag a golf cart for us to travel around to some of their favorite spots!

They’re both great golfers, which means we made them take a few shots just for fun…pun intended.

Thanks for playing along Anela & Christian! What a gorgeous spot to return to that has such a special place in your story together. Can’t wait for the big day later this year! ~Erik & Marissa

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