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Adventurous Spring Motherhood Session in Cannon Beach, Oregon.

Family Stories Adventurous Spring Motherhood Session in Cannon Beach, Oregon.

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Find that pocket of light and shadow and use it ✨

Interesting light adds that extra wow factor- it can add depth, interest, playfulness, mood and magic.

Train your eye for where the light hits and deliberately use it to help tell the story and add that extra punch that helps your imagery stand out from the pack.

Pockets of light are my utmost favorite surprises to look for both indoor and outdoor. If you shoot a session with me be ready to go wherever the light hits. It’s free magic for those who pay attention.

#brandingphotographer #personalbrandingphotographer #creativeportraits #portlandoregon #portlandartist

Can you relate? Listen- this is most common thing

Can you relate? Listen- this is most common thing I hear from almost every person I’ve ever photographed. If you are an artist, entrepreneur, small-business owner, etc- it’s important that YOU (like your actual face) shows up somewhat regularly.

That might make you cringe but it’s true. Not for everything mind you, but for a lot of consumers (especially on social platforms) connection is key. It’s something we crave and once we connect, slowly trust is built. If you are a service provider, it’s really nice when people know what you look like and who they are buying from.

I recently did a session at a popular photography location and I had 3 different families confusedly ask if I was “Kim” or “Tonya” (names for story purposes only 🥸) They were walking around looking for a stranger they had never met or seen…like an awkward blind date meeting, over and over again. It’s a familiar dance I see in coffee shops too. The easy fix- show your mug.

Hire a personal branding photographer that understands your concerns, your mission and the aesthetic you are aiming to achieve. I love to collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs and learn about their story and passions. People shine when they discuss and do the things that light them up inside- it’s my job to capture that essence so you can share it with the world.

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In the midst of the burnout and exhaustion of busy

In the midst of the burnout and exhaustion of busy season, I woke to wonderful news! I submitted work to one of my favorite photography competitions and found out today that I had several images receive Honorable Mentions. The best part for me is that I had images selected from personal work, branding portraits and family storytelling. Always such an honor to have been selected in any way.

The categories I was selected for in the order they appear here: Motherhood | Analogous | Black + White | Color | Urban Observer | Heritage | Painterly

The VOICE is a celebrated annual photography competition and
talent seen here is unmatched. With more than 40,000 images entered each year, it has become one of the most powerful visual documentations by, of, and for photographers around the world.
View the entire Incredible Collection @click.magazine

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We’re Creepy and We’re Kooky 🤌🏻🤌🏻

We’re Creepy and We’re Kooky 🤌🏻🤌🏻

#halloween2023 #familycostumes #familycostume #portlandfamilyphotographer #spooktober #addamsfamily #wednesdayaddams #creativephotography #photographer

They're creepy and they're kooky Mysterious and sp

They're creepy and they're kooky
Mysterious and spooky
They're all together ooky
The Addams family🫰🏻🫰🏻

"When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers,
, Tis near Halloween Ghosts and Goblins Spooks galore
Scary witches at your door
Jack-O-Lanterns smiling bright, wishing you a haunting night! "
Happy Halloween! Eat, drink, and be scary! Join us in celebrating one of the most fun nights of the year: tag your halloween images #halloweentogs23

#ch_autumnthings #dv_silhouettes23
#lobk_halloween3 #rcc_spookyseason #j_hellooctober23 #spookyweek2023_nio #sc theme468 #dym_spooky #wednesdayaddams #halloween2023 #familycostumes #groupcostume #addamsfamily

I laugh maniacally, then take a deep breath and to

I laugh maniacally, then take a deep breath and touch my chest – expecting a heart to be thumping quickly, impatiently, but there’s nothing there, not even a beat.
-Bret Easton Ellis

One more sleep. 👻
@sarajames.aerial in the attic + woods

#spooktober #spookyart #ghoststories #sonyalpha #darkartphotography #movement #blur #photovogue #yourshotphotographer #unraveledacademy #clickproelite #madeinlightroom #portraitphotography #portlandartist

@2023 Summer Hughes. Stealing isn't cool, M'kay.

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