Face to Face

In recent months my photography focus has changed directions, which has forced me to UP my portrait game. In the process I have found it to be equally challenging as it is satisfying. I am so grateful for these new opportunities and find it a blessing to be challenged in my field of expertise after all these years of photographing.

My weekends are filled with mini photo sessions that range from family portraits, models, engagement sessions, to headshots and pet portraiture. It keeps me on my toes and allows me to tap into that creative space to bring my subjects personalities out as well as provide them with a unique and fun photo session. It is very reminiscent of my old Wedding Photography days. Which has peaked my interest and desire to photograph more destination ( and elopement) weddings again! So, keep me in mind if you or someone you know is in search of a wedding photographer ! I have examples of past weddings on my blog and in my archive section on my website :-)

In this blog post I have a few images from some of my favorite sessions with Shoott. My clients have all been so amazing, and I have fond memories and stories from each of them. So, this is a thank you to you all that have trusted me with your time and I hope your photos are cherished for a lifetime.

Peter & Picara {Spain Wedding}

Magical.

Is the best word to use when describing my cousin's wedding in Spain.

It was a long journey from Seattle to San Sebastian, Spain!  But I felt so lucky to have been invited to photograph my cousin's special day.  

Day 1

My trip began in Madrid, where I met up with my family and quickly settled into our hotel.  Then we immediate dove into the Spanish culture by cafe hopping, walking around town, and eating wonderful food!

Day 2

We arrive to our Villa in San Sebastian.

After bringing our luggage in and figuring out our sleeping arrangements (it was like an episode of the Real World) we ventured into town and grabbed our first meal in San Sebastian. We accidentilly ended up in this amazing little restaurant that had award winning Cheesecake. 

We made sure to bring a whole cheesecake back with us to the Villa! It was damn good.

Day 3

I highly enjoyed my first full day in San Sebastian.  Before the wedding festivities got started I spent the day with my cousin, Frankie, and his lovely wife.  It was so laid back and enjoyable to just meander around town.  It was my first time visiting Spain, and I was trying to make the most of my short time here.

We wandered around and stopped for gelato, tapas, espresso, and decadent desserts.  Thank goodness we walked, because by the time we got back to the house, we had to get ready to eat again.  

A quick dip in the pool before getting all dressed up...why not?! 

Then we are all off for a mind blowing dinning experience at Mugaritz.

 24 individually tailored courses from the no.6 restaurant in the World.

A sneak peek behind the scenes 

The lovely parents of the Bride & Groom

The whole wedding group in front of Mugaritz

Day 4 : Wedding Day

With the big day ahead of us, we enjoyed breakfast at the Villa and began the process of getting ready!  It was a day full of family, love, celebration, the joining of families, food, joy, happiness, and pure beauty.  It simply was wonderful, from start to finish.  It was very Peter & Picara!

the first look...

The Ceremony 

My favorite part of the 'Wedding Day' was having the chance to take the newly weds into town and photograph them on the streets of San Sebastian. The looks on people's face as these two walked by them was so fun to watch. Also, the custom dress my cousin wore had people jaw dropping.  

Paparazzi 

Reception dinner at Rekondo

{ where incredible food was consumed and a variety of unique bottles of wine, including a bottle from 1920! }

Day 5

We spent the last day in San Sebastian wandering around leisurely, shopping for souvenirs, and keeping it low key.  The previous nights festivities had everyone in a 'slow' moving pace. 

Pop Up Pasta with Cary Kemp

Mark Fuller & Cary Kemp are now hosting Monday night PopUp Pasta at Quadrato, in West Seattle. Cary invited me to experience the whole process from start to finish. 

I have had the pleasure of working with Cary at Pizzeria 22 in the past and was so excited to share some more love for him and his new restaurant.  

Being 100% Italian and growing up with Pasta at the dinner table weekly, made this experience more personal & special to me.  Sharing a kitchen with a chef and seeing him work can be a very unique and intimate experience.  While music and laughter fills the space you sit back and enjoy the process.

All prep work complete!  Now, we sit, sip on wine, and soak in some sunshine till opening.