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Why Printing Pictures is So Important and How to Choose the Best Print Products — Tacoma Photographer
Seattle Area Photographer Briana Calderon shares her advice on how to choose the best print products for your home! Check out how to take your photoshoot into family heirlooms.
How the Simple Sales Blueprint Completely Changed my Photography Business
Briana Calderon explains How The Simple Sales Blueprint changed her business. Sharing links for the Simple Sales System Pricing Course and helping other entrepreneurs invest in their business!
How to Use Pinterest to Grow Your Photography Business and Get Leads with Lean On Meg
Seattle Area Photographer Briana Calderon shares knowledge from Lean on Meg about Pinterest and how it can positively impact your small business!
Pregnancy, Loss, Grief and a Testament of God's Faithfulness and Love
Seattle area photographer Briana Calderon shares a story of her recent clients about Pregnancy, Loss, Grief and a Testament of God's Faithfulness and Love.
Best Photo Shoot Locations Near Seattle for Family or Maternity Sessions
Tacoma area photographer Briana Calderon shows the best locations for photo shoots in the greater Seattle area.
Tips and Tricks for Including Your Dog in Your Photo Shoot
Seattle area photographer Briana Calderon welcomes guest blog author Nick Burton of the website Our Best Doggo to share tips and tricks on how to include your pet dog in your family photo shoot.
Fall Family Photos in a Hidden Forested Field of Tehaleh Just Outside of Seattle
Bonney Lake family photographer Briana Calderon captures lifestyle family photos with genuine laughter and playfulness near Seattle at rustic field in Tehaleh
2023 Round-Up of Festive Holiday Activities for the Family During the Christmas Season Around the Puget Sound
Want to know where all the festive holiday activities there are to enjoy around the Puget Sound? Here are some great ideas for Christmas activities around the Seattle area! I’m covering a lot of ground for you and hopefully you’ll find something you can enjoy with your kids.
Accessorize Your Photo Shoot with Handmade Earrings by Bonney Lake Business Thea and Grace
You’ve heard me talk about what to wear for your photo shoot plenty of times, but I’ve only ever talked about clothing! Now I’m going to go one step further and remind you of the special touch accessories bring. Specifically jewelry! I reached out to the amazing woman behind the Bonney Lake business, Thea and Grace who specializes in handmade polymer clay earrings. She has such a talent for envisioning and creating these earrings, all on her own, and is always coming up with new ideas for the seasons.
Looking for a Make-up Artist for a Photo Shoot? Meet Beauty By Yoana based in Tacoma
Make your next photo shoot a reason to pamper yourself a little! And if you’re wondering where to find a local make-up artist ready for this task, look no further. The lovely Yoana of Beauty by Yoana, has been in the beauty industry for nearly 8 years and is also a licensed esthetician. So if you’re looking for your skin to glow, your lashes to lift or a make-up palette that suits your style, here’s your girl!
Stangley Family Travels to Tipsoo Lake for a Mountain View Photo Shoot | Mt. Rainier Photographer
The best time to book a photo shoot at Tipsoo Lake in Mt. Rainier would be between July and October. Midsummer is when the wildflowers start to spring up and create a lovely texture to the fields out there. It’s one of the reasons I love it so much and why it made my list of top 5 places for wildflower pictures in the Pacific Northwest! This is one of the best spots to get Mt. Rainier view!
Unique Family Photos without Kids: Couples Photography at Fort Steilacoom Park near Tacoma
Tacoma Area Photographer Briana Calderon showcases a unique family session without kids at Fort Steilacoom Park. Check out to see if a couple session would be a good fit for you!
Preparing for Your Newborn Baby’s Arrival | Tacoma Newborn Photographer
Tacoma Newborn Photographer Briana Calderon shares her advice on preparing for your newborn baby’s arrival.
Amazon Fall Picks for Mom’s Family Photo Outfit | Seattle Family Photographer
Seattle based photographer Briana Calderon Photography takes the guess work out of “What to Wear for Fall Family Photos” by breaking down the tips and inspiration for Mom’s outfit!
Why Grandparents Should Be Included in Family Photos with their Grandkids | Seattle, Washington Photographer
Seattle area photographer Briana Calderon explains why grandparents should be included in family photo sessions with grandkids.
Why I Plan my Outdoor Photo Sessions Near Sunset | Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma Washington area photographer Briana Calderon explains why outdoor photo sessions are planned near sunset for the best photos.
Stress Less and Make Your Family Photo Shoot Feel Like a Special Family Outing | Puyallup, Washington
Washington Photographer Briana Calderon explains how to stress less and make family photos feel like a special family outing. Check out examples from a fun lifestyle family photo session at Van Lierop Park Field.
5 Stunning Locations for Wildflower Photo Shoots in the Pacific Northwest
Briana Calderon Photography shares 5 wildflower photo shoot locations in the Pacific Northwest that are great for family and maternity photo sessions.
Don't Miss a Moment: Why Professional Photography is Priceless
Professional photographers have seen it all and know how to work with people of all ages. They have experience shooting sessions with young children to grandparents, and everyone in between. They know how to make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera and can snap quality candid shots at all times. This is especially important when it comes to family and newborn portraits, where the photographer must navigate the often chaotic moments to capture intimate shots.
Why you Should Get Family Photos Done Annually in Seattle, Washington
You can’t make time stop, but you can freeze a moment in a photo. The faces you think you’ll always remember, grow up and change. The tiny hands you hold now will one day no longer need you to cross the street. It’s the little things we often take for granted in the busyness of life that need a photo to remember all the details. When you go years in between photographing your family, you’re missing out on those exact details. Seattle and the surrounding areas have the perfect backdrop for capturing your next family photo shoot!