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In August I made the drive from Seattle to Yakima, my first visit to the “Palm Springs of Washington”, for Aimee and Kevin’s wedding at the Yakima Area Arboretum. The Arboretum is a gorgeous setting for a wedding, with plenty of space for portraits, the ceremony, and small events area for a reception.

Bride and groom look at each other as they are flanked by the wedding party during the ceremony

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In August I made the drive from Seattle to Yakima, my first visit to the “Palm Springs of Washington”, for Aimee and Kevin’s wedding at the Yakima Area Arboretum. The Arboretum is a gorgeous setting for a wedding, with plenty of space for portraits, the ceremony, and small events area for a reception.

Bride and groom look at each other as they are flanked by the wedding party during the ceremony

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Bride and groom look at each other as they are flanked by the wedding party during the ceremony

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In August I made the drive from Seattle to Yakima, my first visit to the “Palm Springs of Washington”, for Aimee and Kevin’s wedding at the Yakima Area Arboretum. The Arboretum is a gorgeous setting for a wedding, with plenty of space for portraits, the ceremony, and small events area for a reception.

Summer Wedding Photography at the Yakima Area Arboretum | PNW Wedding Photojournalism

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University of Washington Graduate sits on steps in his cap and gown

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The campus did not disappoint. It’s all towering greenery and old buildings, PNW scenery that seamlessly blends with classically collegiate architecture. And being after graduation, the campus was remarkably quiet for a sunny weekday evening.

University of Washington Graduation Photoshoot

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When I began shooting weddings, I knew I didn't want to take those same photos that everyone else makes. I wanted to make photos that were more real. My goal is not just to make pretty pictures of your wedding day. My job is to tell the story of your wedding day: the laughter, the hugs, the tears. 

This is why my work is mostly undirected, unposed, and as candid as possible. Sure I can help you when we take a few portraits, but ultimately, I want to capture the day as it really happened. Spontaneous hugs and funny faces and tears of joy. Unrepeatable moments that only ever happen once. 

I don't work from a long check list of shots, and I don't need to have every moment of the wedding day scripted. Because being intentionally unintentional allows me to observe reality as it happens and allows you to be in the moment of your once in a life-time day. Because being in the moment, creates moments. 


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