Adam and Elise: Gig Harbor Engagement Photography

This is one of the most delightful couples I have ever had the pleasure of working with! Heidi did all the photos. I held the reflector and took the video. I LOVE this slideshow! And oh, how Heidi and I wish we had one just like it when we were about to be married our Mike's!

By the way, did I mention that Adam is Heidi's BROTHER! How cute is he! And Elise- talk about drop dead gorgeous. They came all the way to Washington from North Carolina to celebrate Christmas and their new enagement with family and friends.

October 29th, 2011 is going to be one special day!

Congratulations Adam and Elise!

Erin

9 yo party- Tacoma Studio

I had SO much fun at sweet Josie's 9 yo birthday party in the studio! Inga from Artsitry by Inga was there for make-up (how cool is that!) to match the beautiful Christmas dresses the girls were all wearing. Once everyone was perfectly made up we took lots and lots of pictures. Then we opened presents (oh- to be 9 again!) and had yummy cupcakes from Hello Cupcake.

Lets just say these girls LOVED being in front of the camera! They were each so excited for their turn in the spotlight. And I even persuaded big brother and little sister to join in the fun.

Erin

Heidi's Boys . . .

My precious loves! Here's another shot at it . . . I'm challenging myself and my photographic creativity by working with low light and low shutter speed. And, my sweethearts can only sit still for so long. Ha! Merry Christmas to all ~ Heidi

Baby Plan: Six-Month Session

Our "Little Berries" baby plan is just right! The plan offers three sessions within baby's first year. Erin and I photographed little guy as a newborn, and it was so fun for me to return to shoot his six-month session. He's grown so much, and is such a happy, beautiful boy! I look forward to another fun session when he turns one. - Heidi

Santa's Helper in Gig Harbor

When your profession is photographer / preschool teacher, and one of your students arrives looking like this, what do you do? Duh! Grab your camera and sneak her outside for a quick little mini-session! They don't come any cuter than "Miss E," and it doesn't take a Santa's helper hat to make her so adorable . . . but the hat sure doesn't hurt. She did a great job in her Christmas program, and I'm so glad she's a part of my sweet class. Merry Christmas! - Heidi

A Complete Family - Tacoma / Federal Way

OK - These sessions are my joy! Monthly, I am blessed to be able to photograph an adoption family as a complimentary gift. This beautiful family found me via my sweet sissy, and I just loved meeting them. It's clear that the little doll in their lives has stolen their hearts! Is she precious or what? It was this particular November session that launched the beginning of my own holiday spirit this year . . . their festive attire and the love they extended toward me (oh, and the peppermint bark they kindly gifted to me) kicked Christmas 2010 into gear for me. Merry Christmas to all! - Heidi

Family Portraits- friends from Portland!

I was so happy that this cute little family came up to visit us in Gig Harbor! You see Kaitlin and Sydney are my daughter's absolute best friends. It has been hard for us to have them 3 hours away so this visits are precious!

We didn't have a lot of time, but we were able to squeeze in a tiny little photo shoot. Thank goodness for the studio- it was raining outside. And- thank goodness for our cute paper umbrellas- otherwise I'm not sure if Abby would have let me take her picture!

Erin

So I had this dream last night....

In case you ever wonder what photographers dream about....

I woke up this morning still feeling the most vivid dream. I had taken this amazing picture of a laughing camel. It was a profile headshot, all sandy in color. Behind the head, back in the distance was a bush with brilliant purple flowers. It was so pretty. Everyone I showed this picture to stared in awe and said 'You got the camel laughing!'

If it wasn't still dark outside I'd grab my camera and head out and take some fun, quirky nature pictures. But for now, all I can think is- where can I find a camel??????

Erin

Gig Harbor Kids- studio photo session

Until they went select, Jolene played on my daughters soccer team for years. It was fun to see her and her brother Robert after not having much contact for the last year or so.

This session was full of laughs and giggles- just trying to get that serious look was HARD for these two. Somehow they pulled it off and we now have an amazing portrait that is destined for canvas! Thanks for bringing these two in Jodi- your going to love all the images we took!

Erin

Powers Back on!!!!

Whew- we had several crazy days with the snow fall and then being with out power! Brrrr! But happy to be back and catching up on a whole bunch of client posts. Thanks for being patient!

Erin & Heidi

Dear Friends at Home in Gig Harbor

I love these people! What joy it brings me to photograph friends dear to my heart! Laura has been by my side since we met . . . and that was way back in Kindergarten. We rode the bus together, and shared so much laughter. Our memories go way back, and I look forward to creating even more in our future friendship! Her handsome husband, Eric, made me laugh throughout this session. I think the whole family had fun, and that's why these images make you smile! We met at the barn on their family property - what a treasure for a photographer. With perfect weather, perfect location, and perfect clients . . . I couldn't go wrong! With my love - Heidi

Snow in Gig Harbor!

School's out early . . . there's snow in Gig Harbor! My boys were all giggles watching our puppy, Molly, frolic in her first snow. She's not sure whether to eat it, attack it, or dig it up - so much fun to watch her play! The boys ate some snow (not the yellow stuff), made a giant snow ball, and built a very cool snow cave. It's still falling . . . more fun yet to be had! - Heidi

Family Christmas Card Portraits - Gig Harbor Photography

Who wouldn't love to put a portrait like this on their Christmas card? Taking family holiday portraits is one of my favorite things to do. Thanks to this gorgeous family for a fun morning, capturing some great shots this season. Enjoy . . . and Merry Christmas! - Heidi

Sweetest of Siblings

I have had the pleasure of knowing and spending time with this family for a few years now. We especially enjoy our cold and wet fall days on the soccer sidelines together, cheering on our fabulous Tornados! This family has been wanting to capture some great images of the kids, and I'm so glad last weekend worked for them. As contest winners, they enjoyed a complimentary session - yay! I adore this family, and it was a pleasure to spend some time with these two dolls in our studio. - Heidi

3 Little Sisters . . . 1 Big Brother Tacoma mini photo sessions

Do these little loves adore their handsome big brother, or what? They were so sweet together, and such fun to photograph! These adorable lavendar dresses with dark brown sashes don't come in my size . . . but, I really want to twirl in one just like these three girls did! We captured all kinds of fun images: individuals, posed group shots, and tons of fun dancing shots! It's so much fun for me to have one of my preschool families come into the studio for a photo session. - Heidi

Preschool Pictures- Gig Harbor

We photographed 120 adorable children at this preschool, and every single image is something special indeed! Hearing all of the positive feedback from parents as they received their portraits today put big smiles on our faces. Just look at these grins . . . how could we go wrong? - Heidi & Erin

Murphy Family

This family, I love. Spending even just a little time with Shelley is so refreshing. I don't get to see her nearly enough; but, when I do, I'm instantly filled with her love and friendship. Her fantastic family is a mixture of beauty, humor, passion, and joy! They were great with the camera, and gave me lots of opportunity to capture fun images for their holiday greeting cards. This family of six brings me great joy, and I'm delighted to share that with you. Happy Thanksgiving! - Heidi

Kitten photographer {Tacoma-Gig Harbor}

This spunky little baby just wanted to play and play when we tried to take her picture inside. She'd run and hide in the darkest corners of the room and then come leaping and sprint out with joy!

It wasn't until we took her on one of her very first forays into the great outdoors that she was distracted and calm enough to photograph her.

Gracie- your two mamas love you so much! What a blessing you are to a little first grade and a fifth grader!

Meow!

Erin