The moment this adorable family walked into my  Seattle studio, I knew it was going to be a great photo shoot. 

This little lady was so much fun to work with.  And her parents could not have been any nicer!  

It was all made better when, after sending out their gallery, I received this email:  "Sandra.  I am dying.  Going to cry.  I LOVE THEM ALL SO MUCH.  You don't understand.  I'm such a critical person and usually always lean towards hate vs. like for any and all photos and I love these.  You are magic."  

Documenting families, creating images that will stand the test of time, really is my life's work. 

Freezing moments.

Stopping time.

Showing love and connection. 

That is why I became a photographer

Plus... can this baby be any cuter?!!!  I really do love my job!

All images captured using Fuji 400h film with a Hasselblad H2. 
Processed and scanned my Richard Photo Lab.

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Halloween is such a great holiday for kids and adults: they get to dress up while we get to see our little ones in some of the cutest outfits possible! I mean really, who doesn't love a baby in a Halloween costume? 

That is why I've decided to have a little Halloween party here at the studio on  October 29th!  All morning, from 9:00 to 12:00 I'll be having five-minute mini sessions designed to highlight your kids in their best and cutest costumes!  The 29th is also the date for the Greenwood neighborhood Trick or Treating event!  So why not make a day of it?!  Stop in for a photo, then hits the streets for some Trick or Treating fun!!

 Click here to reserve your five-minute slot*. 

You can also check out our Pinterest page for costume inspiration!

*The session fee is only $50 and includes digital files.

Holy moly.... these photos definitely fall under the category of I can't even...!

I knew from the moment this cutie came into my little Seattle studio that this was going to be a great shoot.  She was all smiles from the first moment she walked through the door and we had so much fun together!

From now on whenever someone asks if 6 months old is a good time to come in for photos, I'm just going to email them these pictures! 

Such a fun age, and SUCH and gorgeous little girl!

I love all babies.  I do.  

But as the mother of twins myself, I have to be honest, when twins come into my studio, my heart skips a beat.

These two brothers were just too much!  They snoozed through most of their photoshoot, and then work up near the end, allowing me to get some great photos of their pretty eyes looking right into the lens.

Adorable!

The adorable Brothers family came into the studio on a rare sunny Seattle day back in January. 

This time of year, I get so used to the dark days of winter that I forget what it is like to have natural light to work with.  This gorgeous day reminded me how much I love natural light and just how beautiful the results can be.

And, as if the sunshine wasn’t enough, I had this sweet family and their adorable newborn to work with. He snoozed through the entire photoshoot. 

We all had a wonderful time, and the photos that we got as a result are just magic.

As the mother of twins myself, I kind of fall to pieces when twins come into the studio.  I mean, the only thing better than a newborn baby are two newborn babies, right?!

This brother and sister duo were just the cutest!  Seriously!  So tiny, and so content to lie there next to each other, all snuggled up.  

This shoot is also special to me because I've worked with this family before.  I've seen them go from a three to six, and I have to say, the best part of my job (aside from cuddling newborns) is watching families grow.  I love it!

Images captured on a Contax 645, with Fuji 400h and strobes.
Processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.

Now that the Holidays are over, I think it's time to catch up on my blogging!  

I knew the moment this family walked into my studio that this session was going to be amazing! They are all adorable!  And this cute little guy was so much fun to work with!  And then there was that red hat!!!  Too cute!

I hope you enjoy these as much as I do!

-Sandra

Images captured on a Contax 645 with Fuji 400h.
Processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.

Photographing babies always brings a smile to my face, but this little baby made me laugh out loud.  Such a cutie!!

All images created using a Contax 645 and Fuji 400h film.  Processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.

Babies are always adorable!  But this little baby is just straight-up hilarious! These images are the first eight photos I took on this roll of film.  I lined them up in the exact order they were shot.  And each photo was taken just seconds apart from the previous photo.

Happy.  Sad.  Happy.  Sad.  Happy.  Yes!  Happy.  Wait, not sure.  Okay... sad.

Too funny!

Images taken in studio on a Contax 645 with Fuji 400h and a strobe.  Processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.

Hello! And happy July! I'm finding it hard to believe we are already half way through the year. And although I am thoroughly enjoying this weather and spending time summering it up with my family, I can't help but think Fall is just around the corner and for me, that means the busy season.

September and October are always crazy busy as families start to plan for their holiday photos. But to me, July and August are the best times to come in for a session. Summer in the Northwest is gorgeous! Why not take advantage of it and beat the Fall rush?

And, if you are wondering where to schedule your summer photo session, let me tell you a bit about one of my favorite Seattle locations, Golden Gardens.

Golden Gardens is the quintessential summer spot. It's tall sea-grass, sandy beach and water and mountain views make it a favorite of mine.

Things to keep in mind when booking a summer session here:

• If you want water/mountain views, be sure to book your session in the late afternoon to ensure the best light!
• Parking can be tricky, especially in the summer, so plan a little extra time. And if you don't mind a bit of a hike, consider parking up the hill at the dog park and walking down. The parking spots are in the shade, and the walk through the trees to the beach is quite lovely.
• Remember you are at the beach, so plan your outfits accordingly (not all shoes are sand friendly). For clothing inspiration visit my "what to wear" board on Pinterest.

When finished with your session I recommend heading over to Little Coney for a soft-serve ice-cream cone, or to Ray's Boathouse for dinner and a beer! Fun!

And don't forget, if you do want a fall photos session, it's best to book early! Send me an email and get on the books today!