I'm so happy to be able to share the news that my work was featured today on one of my favorite blogs, Light Inspired!  I would love it if you took a moment to check it out! (click HERE) Thank you!

Sandra

All of this lovely sunshine we're been having is reminding me that Spring is really here!!  And with spring, comes the oprotunity for family photo sessions outside!!  Woohoo! I'm always asked what are the best parks for out door family session, and I always say "it depends on what you want".

• Do you want cool urban photos?
• Are you looking for a great beach with tall grass and sunset views?
• Are you afraid that your toddler will end up a muddy mess and would really love somewhere that has paved paths?
• Do you love the look of big dramatic trees?
• Or would you rather have great city views?

Well to help you organize your thoughts, I've put together a handy dandy little chart that lists all of my favorite parks and their attributes.  Please use it to find the park that works best for you!  And then give me a call or send me an email to set up your family session!

I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!

-Sandra

Love the chart?  Think others will too?  Well then feel free to share it on Facebook!  Tweet it!  Pin it!  Sharing is caring my friends!

Let me introduce you to the lovely Helena Gogo, daughter to friend and photographer extraordinaire Christina Mallet, and quite possibly the cutest little girl EVER!!!

My beautiful boy.

Here are a few images from a recent film shoot I did with my little friend Owen.  I've work with Owen since he was born.  He's normally a pretty smiley guy!  But this day he was very serious, and I have to say, I loved it.  His mood fit perfectly with the mood of this dark grainy film.  So serious, but still so sweet! images shot on my Mamiya 645 using Ilford Delta 3200

Katy Roberts of VOWS Wedding and Event Planning and I have been colleagues for over ten years!  One of the first weddings I ever shot was one of the first weddings she ever planned.  Since that time we have watched each other grow sucessful businesses.  We've work countless weddings and events together.  Most important of all, we've become friends.  As friends we have seen each other through both good and bad times.  She is dear to my heart.  And I can not begin to tell you how much I adore her husband Ty. Peter and I were honored to participate in their beautiful Maui wedding!  I photographed them and played ukulele for the ceremony.  Peter officiated.  Despite the crazy Hawaiian wind (and there was a lot of it!!) It was a perfect day!

We love you Katy and Ty!!!

Last week my husband and I flew to Maui for the wedding of our dear friends Katy (owner of Vows: Wedding and Event Planning) and Ty Roberts.  I had the great privilege of both photographing the wedding, and playing Ukulele for the ceremony.  Peter, my husband, officiated.  The wedding was gorgeous (I'll be sharing photos soon)!  But before the wedding, Peter and I had a few days to explore and relax.  I think our trip is best summed up by this series of portraits I took of Peter.  We had a blast!  And I must say, I'm pretty lucky to be married to such a totally fun, handsome and talented guy!

Friend, does this sound like you?

• You have a fancy new camera and lens, but always shoot on auto.
• You feel frustrated that your pictures don’t look the way you want them to. Ever.
• You really want to learn how to use your camera but the instruction manual that came with it: a) scares you b) puts you to sleep c) reads like its in a foreign language or d) all of the above.

Would you love to:

• Shoot without using “auto” mode!!!
• Know how to perfectly expose your images.
• Rock composition and take your photos from snap-shots to works of art.

Let me help you!

I’ll be teaching a beginner’s photography class on April 6^th from 10:00 to 2:00

In this class you can expect to learn:

• The basic rules of good exposure and composition.
• Shooting in manual mode.
• An understanding of light, and how best to use it.
• Tips and tricks for getting great photos of your kids.  It can be done!

As part of the class you will also get:

• One-on-one feedback and instruction time so that your individual needs and questions will be addressed.
• Lots of practice time! Yes, we will have models of all ages for you to work with!
• Access to a private Facebook Group where you can share your photos, ask questions and learn from others in the group.  I’ll also be on the Facebook page to answer questions and give feedback well after the class is over!
• And I’ll feed you.

Details:

• Class will be held at my Greenwood studio on April 6^th from 10:00 to 2:00.
• The cost of the four hour class is $250 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration)

Space is limited, so sign up today!  Shoot me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com) or give me a call (206.841.2260)!

Please note, if you are an aspiring professional photographer, this may not be the class for you.  For information on one-on-one mentoring or professional portfolio reviews, please give me a call (206.841.2260) or send me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com)

My children rarely let me take their picture any more.  I usually have to sneak a pic or two when we're out doing something.  So the fact that they let me take them up to my studio and take these photos is a big deal!!!  And it makes me love the images even more!! shot on my Mamiya 645 using Portra 400

I love that I was able to capture this sweet family cuddle puddle at this morning's session.  I love the love in this photo!