Welcome to the Jungle Thanks for visiting my new blog!  I am thrilled with the new look, and hope you come back often to visit me.  I post regularly on everything from the latest shoots, to personal details like the number of times I smooch my dog on any given day.  If you are a reality-junkie like me, then you will be back!  I would love to meet you, and welcome you to my online fish-bowl.  come back soon!  Lisa

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A couple of weeks ago, I met up with Michelle and Bryan in Snohomish, at Swans Trail Farm.  It was so beautiful, and even had several barns that we could explore....major bonus!  It was a great honor to take part in their beautiful, kick-your-shoes-off-and-let-your-hair-down day. 

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A few portraits of the newlyweds-
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Yowza.
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It's LEGAL!!!
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Congrats to you both, and Bon Voyage a la San Juan!!
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A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of consorting with this fun and lively couple, along with their exceptionally fun bridal party.  Lucky me!  I had such a fun time...Even though I always work my tail off at every wedding, it's always great when it doesn't even feel like work.

Here are a few of my favorites from their day-
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Love their first sight of each other-
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Nothing like running into 'the law' on your wedding day-
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2-for-1 ring shot
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Meighan's wedding planner, Lisa Chambers made this AMAZING surprise candy bar for her...it was not only stunnng, but Meighan was stunned as well.
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So sweet!

Then it was time for some photo booth-Nut Factory-FUN!
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This reminds me, I need to go to church more...
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Raif and I had to get in the mix too.
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Shhhh...don't tell anyone-
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Any my FAVORITE photo booth image!!!
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Thank you Meighan and Brandon so much for including me in your big day!!  You are an awesome couple, and I'm so happy for you!!
Cheers, Lisa
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Jeff Honeycutt says:

These are great, Lisa!! So happy for Brandon & Meighan:) I'm glad the lipstick shot turned out...lol...wow, what a crazy day!

(07.08.10 @ 02:55 PM)
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As I'm easing back into my normal work schedule, I am excited at the idea of getting to work with new clients.  I had the pleasure of kicking off this season with an engagement session for Holly & Glen, all the way from the UK.  It was a lot of fun hanging out with you guys, and with all the volcano craziness, I am so glad you were able to make it back from Europe! 

Holly love, love, loves architecture, and since we couldn't give her photos with all the bells n' whistles of European castles, we decided to head over to the UW library, and fake it.
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Nothing wrong with a little study break.
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And finally, this one's for you Glen!
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Thanks guys, and I can't wait for your wedding....TOMORROW!
Lisa

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A few people might be wondering what I've been up to lately. I have a good excuse for being a fair-weather blogger...I promise!  I've been in the baby-making business.  I have to say, I think things have turned out pretty darn good for my first venture. Let me introduce you to the loves of my life (in addition to my amazing husband and baby-daddy, Raif). 

Fletcher, Grayson, and Hazel were born on February 2nd.  So, that makes today their 1 month birthday.  Here are a few snapshots that I took (very quickly) between feedings. Enjoy!

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Grayson loooves to pucker up....
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Uh, Hazel..sweetheart, Glamour Shots called, and they want their pose back.
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And one last shot of the girls.....
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There will definitely be more to come later!
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Rachel says:

Congratulations! They are positively adorable :)

(03.02.10 @ 03:05 PM)
Jaclyn Tran says:

I love your work and follow your blog. I was wondering when you would be back. I have to say, these pictures are well worth the wait. Congrats to your beautiful, healthy babies! I can’t wait to see more pictures. As always, these pictures are amazing.

(03.02.10 @ 04:48 PM)
Emily Colby says:

Congratulations Lisa! Todd and I are so happy for you and your hubby. :-)

(03.30.10 @ 11:11 AM)
Jessica Lenz says:

Congrats! They are precious!

(04.20.10 @ 02:39 PM)
Chris Elliott says:

Lisa and Raif~ Congratulations!!! What a wonderful surprise! I was thinking about you today and decided to look on your website, OMG, i am so happy for you both> Triplets?!?!?! They are gorgeous!! I hope everyone is doing well, give the office a call sometime, i'd love to catch up with you.
Love,
Chris xoxo

(04.23.10 @ 01:44 PM)
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OK, so if we haven't been able to tell you personally, we are expecting.  Only, not in the traditional sense.  We are actually expecting triplets!!  We couldn't be more thrilled, and are counting the days until we get to meet our new family members: two sweet little girls, and a strapping boy. 

Thanks to everyone for your support thus far!  I will be on maternity leave starting the end of this week, and will be back the end of March.  I will be checking email periodically, and updating you all with some photos upon their arrival. 

Here I am sporting my ever-expanding belly!  Cheers, Lisa
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Rachel says:

wow...congratulations! That is so exciting! You look amazing :)

(12.08.09 @ 03:53 PM)
kim hayes says:

omg! congrats! you are adorable! :)

(12.09.09 @ 02:07 PM)
Anonymous says:

Lisa, You are soooo cute..you could be in a "Pea IN a Pod" add. Can't wait to see the babies. Holly

(12.17.09 @ 05:02 PM)
Kat Speyer says:

Oh my gosh, CONGRATS! I'm so envious... I'd love twins, but a baby isn't in the plans for now. Enjoy your pregnancy and good luck with your new babies. :)

(12.22.09 @ 03:46 PM)
Cami Bradley says:

Congratulations Lisa!!! I hope everything goes smoothly. You look beautiful!

(01.08.10 @ 10:34 AM)
Kim Charie says:

You look so cute! So happy for you, congrats again!

(01.13.10 @ 11:37 AM)
courtney bowlden says:

OMG! you are amazing! i love your work!!!

(01.17.10 @ 08:25 PM)
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These two Ballard residents stayed local for their nuptials, getting married at the Canal, on the Ballard locks.  It was a gorgeous day, and we definitely made the most of it, by exploring the gorgeous gardens. 

Here's the gorgeous couple meeting up in the gardens for the first time that day-
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I love it when couples incorporate their pets into their wedding....and why not? they're family too!  Hannah and Ryan had their two Great Dane's in the bridal party.  Too cute!
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They had two delicious-looking cakes, one of which was made in the shape of a giant Air-Jordan sneaker, just to match the groomsmen shoes.  fun!
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It was a very laid-back and fun reception, as you can see....
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and one more of the bride...
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Congrats to you both!!
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These two lovebirds were married in Redmond, and celebrated their reception at De Lilelle Cellars in Woodinville.  The venue was stunning, and there were even several sheep on the property.  There are some weddings that I attend where the the couples are so in love that it's truly inspiring.  This was one of those weddings.  Congrats you two!

A fun, fitting the veil shot of Dede-

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I love how Jesse got emotional at the first sight of his new bride-

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They wanted one of *those eye shots*.   I always aim to please!

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We took a little moment to have some fun with the sheep.  There were apricots on the ground, and the sheep would "beh-eh-eg" for you to feed them!

 

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And just a couple more portraits...

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This adorable and fun-loving couple were married at their family vacation house in amazing Friday Harbor, in the San Juan Islands.  Raif and I went here on our first anniversary, and it was as breathtaking as ever.  It's definitely a fantastic place to get away, or to get married!   Here are a few from Jackie & David's wedding day, starting with a couple of getting ready shots-

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The reaction of Jackie's mother seeing her in her dress was so sweet -
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Then it was time for the bride and groom to see one another, so I had David wait in this little cove -
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The bridal party -
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The light during the ceremony was just gorgeous!
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One of my favorite moments was at the beginning of the ceremony, when Jackie just couldn't hold it in, and gave her soon-to-be hubby a big smooch.  I love that the minister tried to stop her...nice try -
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After the ceremony, the sun was setting, so we grabbed a couple of sunset shots...Jackie's favorite -
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And a couple of final shots...
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Love this one!
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and finally, the RINGS!
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Congrats you two!!
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Anonymous says:

The bridemates are smoking hot!!!!

(10.23.09 @ 03:40 PM)
courtney bowlden says:

that bathtub picture was amazing! how did you do it?!

(01.17.10 @ 08:53 PM)
anniversary invitations 50th says:

did you celebrate your anniversary there? It would really be nice!

(05.25.10 @ 07:47 PM)
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Maria and Alan are some of our absolute favorite people on the planet!  So, you can imagine how thrilled we were to share in their wedding day.  It was actually held at the same location that Raif and I were married at 4 years ago, so it definitely brought back memories for us.  Here are some images from their day, starting with the always beautisimus, Maria-
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Alan just couldn't resist professing his love for Maria-
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Loved this moment between them during the ceremony-
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Maria dancing with her Papa-
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Then it was Nut Factory time!!!
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And a couple more of my oh-so-shy husband.  Honey, I'm sorry, but that's gross...
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And now for our state bird.
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Congratulations to you guys...we love you!!!!
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I realize that I've been MIA lately, and have been the world's greatest blolacker (blog-slacker).  A lot has been going on behind the scenes, and I will update y'all very soon. 

So, special thanks to Jessica and Karl for being patient with me!!  I am excited to share some images from their special day.  It was held on the 4th of July at the Edgewater Hotel.  You may recognize these two stunners from their engagement session a couple of months ago-
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Some portraits of the two love-birds -
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Jessica was just glowing during the ceremony!
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The Space Needle!!!!!
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awesome moment #328...
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Cheers to you both!!!
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Kat says:

Jessica has a gorgeous smile. And I love the photo of the freckled kid. Yay!

(08.14.09 @ 12:18 PM)
Aunt Diane says:

What awesome pics - - I can't wait to see them all!!!!

(08.17.09 @ 03:49 PM)
Molly Tinsley says:

Lisa you are amazing!! It's so crazy to think that you shot our wedding 3 years ago! I check your website periodically because I just love looking at your photos. Some day I may have to hit you up for some pictures of us and our two little ones :) So glad to hear you're doing well! Take care.

(08.28.09 @ 08:21 PM)
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