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Hi there! Welcome to the blog, a place to share wedding beauty, engagement inspiration, and plenty of tips. I'm glad you're here and I hope you'll stick around!

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Roche Harbor Engagement Session: Dreamy Sunset Vibes

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Engagements

Roche Harbor Engagement Session: Dreamy Sunset Vibes Some places feel special the moment you arrive—and Roche Harbor is absolutely one of those places for me. It’s romantic, peaceful, and full of that effortless coastal beauty that never tries too hard. When couples choose Roche Harbor not just for their wedding but also for their engagement […]

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Artist Point Engagement: Mountain Engagement Photos

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Adventurous Mountain Engagement Photos at Artist Point, Washington There’s something about the mountains that instantly invites a sense of adventure—and this engagement session at Artist Point was exactly that. Expansive views, dramatic peaks, alpine air, and a golden sunset made this one of those sessions that reminds you just how powerful nature can be as […]

An Spring Engagement Session at Discovery Park, Seattle

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Engagements

An Engagement Session at Discovery Park, Seattle There are certain locations that never lose their magic, no matter how many times you photograph there—and Discovery Park is absolutely one of them. As a Seattle engagement photographer, it’s hands down one of my favorite places for any type of photoshoot, but especially for engagement sessions. The […]

a man and woman on a beach for their seattle engagement photoshoot

Seattle Engagement Photoshoot By The Water | Seattle Engagement Photographer

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Seattle Engagement Photoshoot on the Waterfront There’s something incredibly special about choosing a location that already holds meaning—and this Seattle engagement photoshoot was exactly that. Instead of a public park or iconic landmark, this couple chose to have their engagement session at their parents’ waterfront home in Seattle. It was personal, relaxed, and felt completely […]

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Four Seasons Wedding Editorial: An Elegant Seattle Wedding Venue

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A look at an indoor classic elegant wedding editorial at the Four Seasons in Seattle, photographed by the multi award winning Courtney Bowlden Photography

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A Dreamy Spring Edgewater Hotel Weddings In Seattle

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A Dreamy Spring Edgewater Hotel Weddings In Seattle

a bride and groom walking on a dock at their kiana lodge wedding

Kiana Lodge Wedding: Breathtaking Waterfront Wedding Venue

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Kiana Lodge Wedding: Breathtaking Waterfront Wedding Venue

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How To Choose Your Wedding Colors: The 4 Most Photogenic Colors

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How To Choose Your Wedding Colors From A Photographer’s Perspective In this guide, we’ll explore essential tips for selecting the perfect wedding colors that resonate with your personal style and the ambiance you wish to create. Understanding how colors interact with each other, and the emotions they evoke, can help you make informed decisions that […]

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