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.

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!

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.

For most pregnancies, maternity photos should be taken between 30-35 weeks. This is a general suggestion, as your belly is nice and round by this point, but you’re not so large you’re uncomfortable moving and walking around!

For wardrobe a long, flowing dress is my go-to recommendation. You’ll want a dress that you can play with a little, so opt for floor length dresses, ideally with a little extra fabric for the ultimate swishing! My favorite dresses for maternity photos are usually an empire waist that flow out from the top of your belly to the ground.

If you’re looking for a last minute gift for your mom or wife for Mother’s Day, this post has 5 great ideas. Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so I put together a list of things that can be purchased (or set up) with just a couple days to spare. Some of these items are things that can even be purchased late the night before! And one of them is even free! So here’s your ultimate list of things this mom would want for Mother’s Day and I’m willing to bet any mom out there will love them as well!

As a family and motherhood photographer, I’ve been so excited to offer a client closet with all my bookings! But you ask, what is it exactly? What I’ve done is compile a wardrobe of dresses, outfits, and accessories for any client to use. I have selected a range of colors and sizes and made sure to find beautiful, and flattering dresses in colors that fit my editing style. The textures of linen, ruffles, crochet, velvet or fringe all will add a nice layer of depth to your wardrobe!