In the woods

Paul and I went up to the watershed today for another mini-session; one that I have had in my head and envisioned for months. I wanted to try some new techniques in an enviorment and backdrop that reflects him best--the outdoors.

Some fun with Paul and off camera flash

Every picture tells a story...

Just for fun...

I was playing around with pencil drawings and found just the right photo for this technique... I love the lines and textures and how the two people are facing away from my camera looking out at the ocean.

Beautiful afternoon in Medina

Medina is just such a beautiful part of Bellevue and where I conduct many holiday photo sessions. I find it to be quite tranquil and free from all the hustle and bustle of some of the other local parks.

Paul and I were out location scouting yesterday when we ran into old friend who works for the City of Medina and he gave us a few suggestions for new locations in the area. We checked them out and I'm looking forward to the Christmas card season sessions I have coming up.

Here's a little storyboard I put together. Paul really is a good support helping me scout new locations and then (reluctantly) sitting for me, so I can showcase new designs.

(Thanks KEK for sharing some new areas with us!)

Ocean road trip

Paul and I had a chance to get away for a night this past week before his nerve block scheduled for tomorrow and his surgery next week. It was a wonderful time for us...

Thank you Deborah and Ken!


















(Photo courtesy of Deborah R.)

From my personal collection...

Recently Paul and I were out scouting new locations for outdoor portraits for the upcoming holiday season.

We found a local park tucked away offering nice light, an uncluttered background and privacy. We decided to test the location by shooting some self portraits.

We had a great time playing in front of the camera and I found another nice backdrop for my on-location portraiture clients.