Gig Harbor Family at our Downtown Tacoma Studio Location!

A beautiful mommy, handsome daddy, sweet son, and spunky daughter . . . this family was such fun to photograph! We can always find great, new, interesting shooting locations in and around our downtown Tacoma studio, and it's nice to have the indoor option if weather is too wet or cold to be outdoors. Families like this neat group appreciate being able to get a few of both types of images during their session - formal indoor, and casual outdoor - a perfect mix! Thanks for popping in for some fun holiday family photos, lovely "A" family. ~ Heidi

Chewie- Gig Harbor Dog Photographer

This is Chewie. He was found, abandoned, at a truck stop in New Mexico 12 years ago at Christmas. We're not sure what kind of life Chewie had before he was adopted by the Norton's but he has had a wonderful life filled with walks on the beach and squirrel chasing since then.

Just over a year ago Chewie was diagnosed with cancer. His parents decided to fight it and he has been undergoing chemotherapy. He has his up and down days but it looks like he is having a successful treatment.

As you can see, Chewie only has eyes for his mama!

What a sweet boy.
Erin

Haley- Tacoma Glass Museum Senior Pictures

The Glass Museum in Tacoma is one of the most fabulous places to take senior pictures. I was SO happy Haley chose this location! The architecture, fountains, glass sculptures and boats on the nearby water way make for such a beautiful backdrop for amazing senior pictures.

I have known Haley since she was 6 years old. Our families were in a small group Bible study for years when she was younger. I remember how she and the other kids would really give the babysitters a run for their money! I was so honored that they chose me to do Haley's senior pictures. I know there are many other photographers they could have chosen so I feel very privileged to be included in Haley's special year. Thank you Karen, Mike and Haley!

Family Christmas Photos {Holiday Card Mini-Session Special}

It's that time of year again! So fun to spend time with this dear family, and capture some Christmas images for them. Sarah and I have both had the pleasure of serving as this little sweetheart's preschool teacher. Her sweet smile says it all . . . she's just that precious! Great family, great fun, great keepsake photos. ~ Heidi

Tumwater Senior Pictures

What an honor it was for me to photograph Brianna's senior pictures! This cheerleader and gymnast drove all the way from Tumwater to have her pictures taken by BerryLane Photography. One her her long time friends from gymnastics was one of my models last year. They saw Hayley's images and fell in love with BerryLane- wow!

We never quite knew what the weather was going to bring- but we made with out a drop from the sky. It was so fun to see Brianna's cheerleader uniform- I've never photographed one from Tumwater before! It was fun to show off the beautiful garden's at Pt Defiance.
Erin

Gig Harbor Beach Senior

It was a cold, windy and rainy day in Gig Harbor for Becca's senior pictures. As we drove from the salon in Tacoma to Becca's location I was already looking at my schedule for another open time we could post-pone to.

But then a miracle happened! It sprinkled for about 5 minutes while we rushed to get some yearbook pictures taken. Then the nasty clouds moved out and the regular gray ones moved in. We were free from the rain!!!!

There was a glorious wind that we freely embraced to capture some truly unique NW images. Becca- I can't wait for you to see the rest!
Erin

Wedding of Robert and Emily

Wedding of Robert and Emily

Engagement Session:

Engagement Session:

Grandma's Birthday Gift

I can't think of a better gift for Grandma . . .

these two very-cool families got together to create an image of the grandchildren as Grandma's surprise birthday gift. Everything from their wardrobe to location to timing was really thought-out, and the end result was exactly what they had hoped for: a joyful grandma!

I sure enjoyed working with these families.  ~ Heidi

Family Fun in the Summer Sun

Finding time to look back over some fantastic family sessions this summer . . .
Here's a peek at a family of five, with three joyful little boys at the beach. They were as sweet as can be, and I was so happy to capture these "forever memories" for them.

Our mini-session are a great way to create your own family wall collage or canvas portrait. As the holidays are approaching, photographs are also a perfect idea for gift giving. Our Christmas card special is running now . . . call Sarah to schedule your appointment: 253-985-5658.

~ Heidi

Tacoma Rainy Day senior Pictures

Yep- it rains in Washington! Lots and lots of rain sometimes!

Shelby's session was a great example of what we can do even when it's dark and cloudy and raining. Because of schedules and deadlines we didn't want to postpone this session. Shelby's ideal location was at Titlow beach but there is no place under cover there.

However, in down town Tacoma there are many places that have awnings and covered walkways and places we could duck into. We decided to split the session half of the time in downtown Tacoma and the other half risking the rain at Titlow beach.

Look at these amazing images! Shelby was great. Not even worried about her hair getting that wet! We had a huge umbrella and managed to dodge the raindrops.

We were excited when we got to Titlow because it wasn't raining.... but by the time we got one outfit change in it started! Because we knew we had such great shots with dry hair we just embraced the wind and the rain and the clouds- and even the freezing cold water! Way to go Shelby!
Erin

Cooper- Bellarmine Senior Pictures

Cooper was referred to BerryLane Photography by two 2011 seniors that he played soccer with- Keenen and Alex. Ha- not only does Cooper play soccer, but football also (he was only a little late to practice because of his senior session!), oh, and golf and he used to play basketball, and probably every other sport out there too!

I just loved that we got some shots with his sweet golden-doodle Lucy. What a charmer she was!

Zach- Senior pictures- Portland!

It was a blast photographing Zach! His mom, Polly, is a sorority sister of mine- actually my Sigma Kappa Little Sis! they drove all the way up from Portland so I could take Zach's pictures- what an honor!

Zach is an amazing golfer. After we spent some time in downtown Tacoma getting some fun urban shots we headed out to Chambers bay. Of course he has golfed there before! I am beyond excited for Polly, Sean and Zach to see all his pictures!
Erin

Ronson Gig Harbor Senior Pictures

No one has come to a session more prepared with their favorite things than Ronson. I haven't counted how many things he had- but there were a ton! 


Ronson and his mom went out scoping for a cool location and found this neat road and trail near Titlow that I had never been on before. I just love photographing in new places!


And, by the way, Ronson's a swimmer....
Erin

{OpLove session} The Karhan's

We were so honored to be chosen by the Karahan family to do their OpLove session. Operation Love photo sessions are created for military families. It is a wonderful program that honors those serving our country.

Dad is scheduled to deploy to Iraq in a few short weeks; and as you can see by this video, his family is going to miss him a ton! We are sure he is going to love every one of the images he gets to take overseas with him to enjoy during the six months he is gone.

What a brave and wonderful family they are!
Thank you, Karhans!

Erin and Heidi

Gig Harbor Family Photographer {Happy Birthday, Grandma!}

It's Grandma's birthday! This fun family got together to surprise Grandma with a portrait of the grandkids - such a great idea. We enjoyed a sunny evening on the water in Gig Harbor, and got some great images for this family. I'm so glad they were enjoying the experience! It was my pleasure to help them honor Grandma with a great birthday gift. ~ Heidi

Sweet Fox Island Puppy {Goldendoodle}

Do you love him? Sweet little Cedar is just nine-weeks-old. He is fun, playful, happy, and curls up for sweet little naps the arms of those who care for him. He is well-loved by his big sister and brother, and I can already tell he's going to be a perfect family pet for them. ~ Heidi

Amy {Steilacoom Senior Pictures}

When I first met Amy I knew we would have a fabulous photo shoot and boy was I right! Her outfits were perfect and it was really fun to photograph in downtown Steilacoom where I have never photographed before!


Amy's mom was a super help, always willing to do whatever we needed to make Amy's session the best. And Amy's brother dropped off sweet Max- the most well behaved dog I have ever had the pleasure of photographing (I have plans for you Max!).


Once we finished up in downtown Steilacoom we headed off to a beach (no clue which one but it was very cool!) to complete Amy's session with Trash the Dress! It was pretty wild at this beach because it was SO windy. But we embraced the wind and really made it work for us. Oh my goodness- it was awesome!
Erin