Frequently Asked Questions

Sessions take place across Seattle and the Eastside for university graduation (Bachelor, Masters, Doctorate), high school seniors, couples, and families. Popular locations include:

• University of Washington (UW) Campus: The Quad, Drumheller Fountain, Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Memorial Way, and Red Square.
• Discovery Park (coastal bluffs and lighthouse)
• Green Lake Park (walking paths and boat docks)
• Pioneer Square (historic brick architecture)
• Gas Works Park (Seattle skyline and lake views)
• Kerry Park (Space Needle and skyline viewpoint)

Mountain sessions are also available at Snoqualmie Pass, North Cascades, and Mount Rainier under flat-fee destination packages.

Yes. I assist with choosing the ideal location and lighting, and guide the session with natural prompts and movement rather than rigid posing.

Yes. Adventure portrait sessions are available across the Cascades. Popular locations include Rattlesnake Ledge, Poo Poo Point, and Gold Creek Pond. Trail hiking time is included in flat-fee destination packages.

Travel is free within a 30-minute drive of the U-District and near Link Light Rail stations. For mountain locations, flat-fee weekday packages cover Snoqualmie Pass, Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Park.

Clients are responsible for checking, securing, and paying for any required photography permits or park admission fees. If an unforeseen permit restriction occurs on location, we transition to a nearby backup spot.

Most high school seniors shoot between August and October to receive finished images ahead of yearbook deadlines. Spring cap-and-gown sessions are also available closer to graduation.

Top locations by aesthetic include: Coastal & Natural (Discovery Park, Golden Gardens), Collegiate (UW Quad, Suzzallo Library), Gardens & Foliage (Washington Park Arboretum, Bellevue Botanical Garden), and Urban (Pioneer Square, Gas Works Park).

Yes. Peak autumn foliage in the Seattle area runs from late September through early November. Booking by mid-October ensures full gallery delivery in time for holiday card printing.

UW Quad cherry trees typically reach full bloom between mid-March and early April. Booking in January or February is recommended. Early morning sessions (7:00 AM–8:30 AM) are recommended to avoid crowds.

Standard sessions include: at least 20 fully edited high-resolution digital images in a private online gallery, social media carousel layout, natural retouching, location and styling guidance, and 3 same-day or next-day previews.

Sessions include up to 2 coordinated outfits. Coordinating two easy-to-change looks ensures variety while maximizing session time.

Only fully edited, finished photos are delivered. Unprocessed RAW files are unfinished working files and are not available for download or purchase.

Submit an inquiry through the contact form, email, or Instagram. Once we confirm dates and session details, an agreement and deposit link are sent to reserve your slot.

A deposit is due upon signing to reserve your session date. The remaining balance is due upon session completion via Cash or Zelle. Gratuity is strictly voluntary.