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All Shook Up - A Vintage Session with the Class of 2020

All Shook Up – A Vintage Session with the Class of 2020

Ever had an idea in your head for so long, you’d never think it would come to fruition? I’d been dreaming of doing a vintage-themed photo session almost since the time I learned that themed photo sessions were a “thing” in the senior photo industry.  At last this past weekend, with the help of a TON of amazing people, that vision became reality!  After what seems like endless hours of hunting for…

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{Portland} Gear-ing Up for the Class of 20202

{Portland} Gear-ing Up for the Class of 20202

Congratulations Class of 2020! Your first #SeniorSunday has arrived! To kick off this incredible year, I enlisted a few of my beautiful 2020 Dream Team models (as well as my home-from-college daughter) to help showcase the classic shirts and hats from Portland Gear in a downtown PDX session. And with the additional, gorgeous hair and makeup styling from the sweet and talented Hairartist Tasha, we…

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Color Burst | Portland Senior Models

Color Burst | Portland Senior Models

It is SO hard for me to believe that all of my amazing Class of 2019 seniors are about to graduate.  This crew has been so much fun, and we’ve shared tons of laughs and time together.  Before they headed off to their next adventure, I was able to share some fantastic time with a few of my model team in the most colorful downtown session I’ve hosted to date.

And because I’m rather obsessed with…

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Cody | Class of 2018 Senior Model Sessions

Cody | Class of 2018 Senior Model Sessions

The first time I met Cody, I think he was about 14 years old and we were doing headshots that his talent agency needed for booking commercial gigs.  Since then, thanks to friends and football, I’ve come to know and adore him personally.  Cody is one of those people who just make you smile and who you KNOW is destined for greatness … Seriously!  He’s a talented athlete (football and lacrosse,…

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Bailey's Powell Books Senior Session | Gresham HS

Bailey’s Powell Books Senior Session | Gresham HS

I was SUCH a reader in high school – that was my escape.  I love love love books. So when Bailey told me she shared that passion, our photo destination was pretty much immediately evident. Powell’s Book Store, here we come!

She and I had such fun picking out books with titles that told her story, and that made us laugh.  People in and around the store were so kind to us, and allowed us to play…

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Maya | West Linn Class of 2018 Downtown Portland Session

Maya | West Linn Class of 2018 Downtown Portland Session

The moment Maya sent me photos of her planned wardrobe for her senior pictures, I knew we were in for some fun.  Once she showed me the eggplant jumpsuit, my search was on for locations that would complement her look and allow her to shine.  Who knew that in addition to finding some fabulous locations, we’d be blessed with some of the most magical light I’d seen all year.  One of her photos –…

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Annika | Downtown Dancing Session for West Linn Senior

Annika | Downtown Dancing Session for West Linn Senior

I LOVE myself a non-traditional photo session, and with Annika we let light and lifestyle lead the way.  We knew we were going to incorporate dancing into her session, but as one of my models, she and I had talked enough that I knew she was open to ideas and spontaneity.  So rather than plan ahead and storyboard her session, like I often do with my clients, we picked a starting point and just let…

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Kenna' Sparkles | West Linn Senior Photos

Kenna’ Sparkles | West Linn Senior Photos

Kenna was one of my first Class of 2018 Model Team applicants, and was the first model in front of my lens when the season began.  By the time we rolled around to shooting her official senior session, I’d already logged a couple of thousand photos of her between a BFF shoot with Abby, our Dutch Bros. -themed photoshoot (in the rain), and a lifestyle/commercial photoshoot that we shot downtown.  I…

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Sarah | Westview Chic, Corvette and Color Guard Senior Session

Sarah | Westview Chic, Corvette and Color Guard Senior Session

Sarah is anything but traditional.  This Westview senior marches to her own drummer (okay, okay – as a member of the school’s color guard, that’s a bad pun but truth as well!); she’s a special effects makeup artist, and her fashion screams “Street Chic.” For her session, she paired a big tulle skirt with graphic tees to create a feminine, edgy effect.  And then she took the session over the TOP…

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Those Eyes! | Zach's West Linn Senior Session

Those Eyes! | Zach’s West Linn Senior Session

Like most guys I know, Zach wanted to keep his session short and simple.  So even though we did hit a few different locations and he managed to get in a few quick wardrobe changes … We spent enough time and enough energy to make sure we had a great variety of photos for his family to enjoy, but not so much time that we tested Zach’s patience. He was so fantastic and willing to work with me –…

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Maddy | West Linn Class of 2018 Beach Photo Session

Maddy | West Linn Class of 2018 Beach Photo Session

When Maddy told me she was all about hiking, life outdoors and a future in environmental studies, I had to see if she was open to a beach session.  I’m so thrilled that she was, so we arranged to meet out by our family beach house in Netarts, Oregon for her senior session last summer to create a series of truly magical shots. We started at Cape Meares lighthouse, and took advantage of the…

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She Just Blooms: West Linn Emily's Senior Session

She Just Blooms: West Linn Emily’s Senior Session

I know there’s a recurring theme to many of my posts, but it’s no coincidence that I’ve known Emily since she was a very little girl, because back in grade school, Emily and my daughter Alexis were friends, so I have had the pleasure of knowing Emily and her family for many years.   I took photos for her gorgeous sister, Hailey, a few years ago, and now it was time for Emily to be in front of my…

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Bethany's Senior Session: Guest Post from Iconic Details Stylist Ashley Roda

Bethany’s Senior Session: Guest Post from Iconic Details Stylist Ashley Roda

When my seniors want a photo experience that is seriously elevated, I always suggest that they and their parents meet with my stylist and associate, Ashley Roda.  As the owner of Iconic Details, Ashley brings her sophisticated and timeless eye to helping seniors choose a wardrobe and accessories that turn the senior photos into beautiful works of art! I asked Ashley to explain her process, which…

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Emma Has Plans | Clackamas Class of 2018 Senior Session

Emma Has Plans | Clackamas Class of 2018 Senior Session

It’s not often I get to work with a high school senior the summer before her senior year even begins, only to find out she clearly knows where she’s going to school and what she wants to do.  Emma, however, was one of those rare treats!  After a young and high school career of playing basketball, a shoulder injury sidelined her, but that isn’t stopping her from being involved in college sports. …

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Dylan & Ian - Llamas and Records and Sun Flare, Oh My!

Dylan & Ian – Llamas and Records and Sun Flare, Oh My!

So here’s the thing – I’ve known Dylan and Ian since they were in middle school.  And while I’ve known they are best buds who share a true love of music (if you haven’t heard them perform together as MisterieBox . or Ian as Wawlrus, you’re missing out!), I’ve also known that Dylan in particular also had a special place in his heart for llamas. So I conspired with Ian and a number of Dylan’s…