Judy & Larry :: 50th Anniversary

Fifty years of marriage. It’s a rare sight in this day and age, but today I was able to see it for my own eyes. Fifty years of marriage involves a trust, a kindness, and a respect with one another that carries you through the thick and thin. Imagine it…sharing 50 years with a person. They know you better than you know yourself. They know your quirks, your fears, your regrets, your passions. Everything about you and your life is wound up in this other remarkable person that you have chosen to share your life with. I am often asked to photograph newly engaged couples…two people at the beginning of their love story. Today I was lucky enough to see the other side. I was able to witness love and admiration pour from a couple that has spent basically their entire lives together. I was also able to see the badgering :) “Do I really have to get closer?” teased Larry, as he lovingly cuddled into Judy. Sorry to all of my other couples, but I think Larry and Judy have become my favorite. They are precious and I can’t wait to see them again.

{they invited me to the mountains…I will be waiting for my official invite!}

I feel so blessed to have been able to capture their love…I hope they love their pictures.

Brandon...I can't wait to spend 50 years with you! 47 more to go...brace yourself! :)

2011 Seniors :: Pricing

Attention all 2011 Seniors!

Here is my senior portrait pricing for this summer.

Also offering:

Senior Snap Session :: $75

Includes: 30 minute session / 1 location (photographer's choice) / 1 outfit change / disc w/ edited images / online proofing gallery

Additional products:

5 x 5 or 5 x 7 Coffee Table Book Album :: $130

Professional Prints :: email me for pricing details

Customized Graduation Invites :: email me for pricing details

Email me today at jrphotography@gmx.com to book and discuss your session!

Andrea & Mark :: Engagement

Mark, or Boom as we call him, and my husband were on the same team during training for their job in the Air Force. While Brandon and I were dating, I met Boom and I couldn’t help but realize he looked JUST like my BROTHER! He is still in denial about this, but yes, Boom…I still think ya’ll at least could pass as cousins. And Boom, not only do you look like my brother, you are a brother to me. While Boom lived with Brandon and me for about a year, he always mentioned a girl named Ann. Every date he went on or every girl he met never compared to Ann. Ann, or Andrea as I know her, was the girl Boom had grown close to and dated before he enlisted in the military. Andrea and Boom knew of each other in high school, but ran with different crowds. Boom and Andrea graduated high school and went along their separate paths. It wasn’t until college when they reunited and realized there was a spark.

The summer of 2007, Andrea came to visit Spokane. Andrea and I hit it off instantly. Her down to earth, relaxed personality and consistent smile is impossible to not love. It was obvious that there was no other girl in the world for our Boom. Seriously, if anyone ever asks me “do you believe in soul mates”, I would say yes because of my friends Boom and Andrea. It is hard to imagine two people more compatible. I mean come on…who else is going to put up with Boom playing video games until 4 am :) A few months later, Andrea moved to Washington. We all lived together for a year and then we went our separate ways once Henry was on his way. We have and always will remain close friends and they are our family. This Christmas when Andrea sent us the text, “We’re Engaged!” we were ecstatic! This summer in August, Boom and Andrea will become husband and wife in Cancun, Mexico. I am thrilled beyond belief to be able to join them and capture one of the most important days of their lives.

Now Andrea was not too keen on the idea of engagement pictures, but of course I forced her into them! Look how marvelous they turned out! What a beauty! The location is Manito Park and the light was beautiful that day. It was a little chilly and I made them trek all over the place. They were champs about it and I think the end result was worth it.

Here is the invite I designed with their inputs. I think it is unique and perfect for their Mexico beach theme.

I love you two and I can't wait for your wedding!!