Summer Reception at Chateau Lill

The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. 

Oh man, I just have to share about the sweetest wedding reception I had the chance to capture at Chateau Lill! It was so fitting that this was the first hot day of the wedding season in June, filling the air with that delicious summer vibe. The couple, who are so in love and connected later in life, decided to celebrate their union surrounded by family that was meeting for the first time. You can only imagine the beautiful mix of emotions floating around!

One of the highlights of the day was how they did away with the traditional guest book. Instead, they had everyone write their well wishes on paper, fold them into paper airplanes, and send them off! It was such a fun and creative way to bring everyone together while adding a playful twist to the day. You could see the joy in every little moment as families chatted, laughed, and got to know one another.

The florals by Lilly and the Bee were absolutely stunning, perfectly capturing the essence of summer with bursts of color. And let me tell you about the music! Will Friend played a perfect blend of tunes that kept the atmosphere light and cheerful. They had their guests get to know one another through a game of trivia. It made everything feel so genuine and heartwarming—the kind of day that just calls for candid shots that tell a story.

Oh, and the couple had eloped in Hawaii before this celebration, which added another layer of intimacy and excitement to the day. Capturing those heartfelt moments was an absolute dream, and it felt wonderful to be a part of their unique journey. It’s days like these when you realize just how beautiful life and love can be, and how important it is to cherish every moment. If you’re looking for someone to document your memories beautifully, I’d love to chat!

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I’m the kind of person who finds magic in the little things. Growing up in Washington, I was surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest, where every trail, mountain, and misty shoreline sparked a sense of wonder and adventure. It’s where I learned to see the world not just as it is, but as it feels—a perspective that shapes everything I do as a wedding photographer.

I’ve always valued that photos are a testimony to the life we’ve lived in our time on earth and I’ll never downplay how important that is. My love of photography grew from a love of connection—the kind of connection that pulls two people together, intertwining their lives and stories in ways that feel both ordinary and extraordinary.

Your memories are so important to me - it's at the core of why i do what i do.

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The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. The core values of my business are rooted in kindness, authenticity, and celebrating people for who they are. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, fairness, and love—regardless of who they are or where they come from. At the heart of my work is the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and captured beautifully. 

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