The Franklin Five (Six!)

I met up with the Franklin family at Theler Wetlands in Belfair last Friday.

You might notice Alanna's adorable belly - there's a new little Franklin in there! Pregnancy becomes her, don't you think? She's lovely.

I spent more time running during this session than walking, chasing the kids and trying to catch up. Such a lovely family.

Near the end of the session, it began to rain... but, hey, we are Washingtonians, we can handle it. As we were thinking of leaving, I said 'hey, let's head out on the dock anyway. Who cares about a little rain?'

I think it was worth it (despite a few raindrops here and there).
 

Lisa & Josh

These two.... oh my goodness. I just pretty much stood there snapping away and capturing their smiles.

Lisa is my BFFs sister, and apparently there's something in their genes, because my camera loves all 3 of those sisters.

For this session, we tromped through wet grass, keeping our eye out for cow patties. The weather was perfect - a bit cloudy but fairly warm.

You might not see their sweet smiles on the blog for a while because Lisa and Josh will be getting married in the spring of 2013. But, until then... 

Chrissy & Fidel

I've known Chrissy for a few years - we bonded over our geeky jobs and lamenting our then-single state.

When she told me that she'd found someone... the one, I was deeply happy for her. I met Fidel initially at my wedding, so this engagement session was the first time I really had a chance to see these two interact.

They are so sweet. And content. And in love.

When I asked Fidel what stood out to him when he first met Chrissy, his answer was rather poetic. He said "she shines." Chrissy explained that he says that about people that have that special something. When you look at these pictures, I think you'll see too that Chrissy and Fidel both shine. Love does that to people.

I couldn't be happier for them... and I'm so excited to be capturing their wedding in September.

Location: Kubota Garden

Special thanks to my good-natured husband, who scouted photo spots, carried my equipment and stuffed leaves, rocks and pinecones into his pockets for me. Good man.

Lisa and Josh - Sneak Peek

My weekend was full of love and happiness! Today I wandered into a field with Lisa and Josh - happy, young, full of smiles.

These two are getting married next Spring!

More photos coming soon.

Chrissy & Fidel - Sneak Peek

Here are a few sneak peeks from Chrissy & Fidel's engagement session this afternoon. More to come.

Elli & Brandon @ The Color Run

I love these two.

We've been friends for several years, but it's only recently that they became family (when I married Elli's brother). And I couldn't be happier.

They make me laugh to the point of nearly peeing my pants on a regular basis.

After they ran The Color Run, we celebrated the event with a mini photo session, where they had two cameras pointed at them. (My good friend Cassie of CLK Photography was also there shooting.)

Here are a few of my favorites.

Gabby & Noah

These two... oh, these two made me laugh.

Young and in love and so very happy, Gabby and Noah joined me yesterday evening at Point Defiance Park.

They are getting married in September. I am so looking forward to capturing the joy, goofiness and tenderness that I'm sure will characterize their wedding day.

To view more photos, including some absolutely hilarious moments, take a look at this Facebook album.

Stefanie & Donavon

When I first met Stefanie and Donavon, I was struck by how well they fit together. They told me that they even finish each others' sentences. And after spending some time with them today, I can verify that's true.

Location: Redondo Beach, Washington