Hailee

The weather was beautiful down at Willamette Park and Hailee was so great to work with. She's smart, thoughtful, loves philosophy and reading, and it doesn't hurt that she is also stunning. She's gonna pretty much rock her future's face off. Hailee, all the best to you in getting into the school and program you want. Also, you'll be happy to know that Arcade Fire was the soundtrack to processing these photos, so if you don't like it, I'm blaming them. :-)

Jenny & Dave

Sometimes people run into hard luck. Other times, people run into friends who have a house boat and who happen to be leaving for a few years and wanting you to house-sit for them. People like that are named Jenny and Dave and if anyone deserved that lucky break, it's them. They are sweet, kind, fun, and patient. It's pretty easy to photograph a couple in love on a houseboat on Lake Union in Seattle with SUN SHINING ON US, so we fought Seattle traffic over to the Seattle Zoo where Jenny and Dave still kept smiling and being in love. Then Ashley and I made them stand out on their cold porch as night crept in but they still were happy. Ridiculous. Still waiting for a frowny-pants engagement session. Any takers?

Stephanie

I loved this senior portrait shoot. Stephanie is a tremendous softball player hoping to continue playing in college (currently choosing her prospects). But also, she's laid back, gorgeous and fun. We went over to Peninsula Park in the eerie fog and then down Killingsworth. Thanks Stephanie!!! Best of luck this year!

Emily & Brett

Emily & Brett live in Portland. They were traveling through San Francisco. Ashley & I were in San Francisco. We took pictures of Emily & Brett IN San Francisco. My mind hurts! Photo tip of the week: If needing a bathroom to change, and you are the subject of a photo shoot, grab a beer so that you can have permission to use the restaurant's bathroom. It will loosen you up, taste delicious, and hey, a bathroom!