A wish for summer .....

It has been a busy week around my house.  The kids are out of school and I have been taking pictures of some of the most amazing people, however the weather is not anything to brag about.  Here in the great pacific northwest it has been a struggle for summer to make an appearance.  So todays post is just me wishing that summer will come and when it does, take off it's jacket and stay for a while.

Jessica Butts

Meet Jessica Butts, I had the pleasure of photographing Jessica for some head-shots she needed for her new website.  She is starting a new phase of her life providing counseling services.  You can check her out at  www.JessicaButttscounseling.com.  Jessica is a lovely person and I would recommend her services to anyone.

More Moms

Yesterday I had the privilege of photographing my friend Sandie and her son. She is entering the last weeks of her pregnancy, which was the perfect time to have some portraits taken. She looked beautiful!  Bradon was so cute and easy to work with (I think he loves the camera).  I am looking forward to meeting the new member of their family very soon.

Class of 2011

It is that time of year again, when the it is all the rage to wear a cap and gown.  Congratulations to all the 2011 graduates, and to all the parents and family members who helped support them. I am celebrating not only my son's preschool graduation, but also that of a dear family friend (who is graduating from my alma mater Central Washington University).  I am very lucky to have watched Rachel grow from a tiny, bald baby, to an intelligent, beautiful young woman.  I wish her the best as she moves into this next phase of her life.  Congrats Rachel!!!

Congrats!

I wanted to say congratulations to Josh and Annie Atkins, some of you might remember this lovely couple from a past post, they are celebrating the birth of their son Adler Atkins.  These photos were taken in the nick of time.  We had scheduled these pictures early because Annie knew that Adler was going to be early, how early was a surprise to everyone.  The pictures were taken on a Wednesday and on Thursday Annie sent me a text to let me know that Adler was on the way!! Less than 24 hours after this session baby Adler entered the world weighting only 3 lb and 12 oz. I am happy to report that both mom and baby are doing great, and Adler is getting bigger everyday. Thank you again Josh and Annie for letting me be a part of this exciting time in your lives.