An Oregon Coast couple’s adventure photo session with their two dogs
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San Juan Island Wedding Photographer- Sunrise Session
A beautiful sunrise wedding portrait session on San Juan Island. We hiked up to a local lookout, where the couple changed on the hillside before doing their first look together.
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Exploring the North Cascades for their engagement session
North Cascades Adventure Engagement Session
A adventure Engagement session spent backpacking in the North Cascades.
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San Juan Islands Elopement Photographer- S&S
A small intimate wedding in the San Juan Islands.
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Deception Pass Engagement Photos - C&H
Adventurous engagement photo session with Kestrel Bailey Photography at Deception Pass State Park.
Read MoreSan Juan Island Elopement Photographer- S&R
Intimate San Juan Island elopment at Olympic Lights B&B. Olympic Mountains in the background while this couple was married in front of three of their closest friends.
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San Juan Island Beach Family Session- The Andersons
A lifestyle, adventure family photo session on San Juan Island.
Read MoreNorth Bend Engagement Shoot
Engagement Session taken exploring North Bend, Washington
Read MorePalouse Falls Engagement Session
An adventurous engagement session hiking around the Palouse Falls. We even had a rainbow make an appearance!
Read MoreSan Juan Island Elopement- American Camp
A beautiful, stormy day elopement out at American Camp on San Juan Island.
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Lime Kiln State Park Wedding- San Juan Island
On May 6th, 2017, I photographed one of my favorite San Juan Island Weddings. Early that year I had met Lauren and Micah for the first time for their rainy day engagement photos at Deception Pass. They were some of the easiest people to photograph, and so obviously madly in love with one another.
I love heading back home to San Juan for weddings. I met Lauren at Island Inn (at 123 West) where she was getting ready. This place has many memories for myself, as I actually use to work here back in high school! As always, the place was perfect, and gave me a beautiful backdrop to work with as Lauren got ready with her family. Ferah Uri with Beauty by Furi did her makeup magic, while Shawna with Island Roots did a beautiful job with Lauren's hair.
In the background, the Washington State Ferries came in while the sun broke through the clouds.
While Lauren readied herself, Micah was near by in the Friday Harbor Yacht Club getting ready with his friends, before driving out in the shuttle bus to await his bride at Lime Kiln State Park.
Lauren followed after, and arrived at Lime Kiln to receive her incredible floral piece created by Erin with Camas Design (who also did all the florals for this wedding). Lauren, escorted by her father and Micah's sister, made her way down the Madrona lined path towards the lighthouse, and the loving arms of her very soon to be husband.
Beautiful live music added to the sounds of the waves hitting the shores, as Oliver Strasser played acoustic guitar. The moment Lauren appeared, and began walking down the path, Micah was tearing up. The joy and excitement was palpable. Through tears and joyous laughter, they vowed their lives to one another, sealed with a kiss.
After the ceremony, it was time for a tour of the island lighthouses! First, we went up in the Lime Kiln Lighthouse. Then, out to Cattle Point for a few photos!
After this, it was time to head back to the Yacht Club for the fantastic reception coordinated by Becki Day and delicious food created and catered by Deb Nolan. These two danced their night away with their loved ones.
Collaborative Styled Shoot
A collaborative styled shoot featuring Bellingham Wedding Vendors, and featuring images taken by Kestrel Bailey Photography.
Read MoreBlair and Mama Bear
Here is one of my besties and her adorable daughter, Blair. Enjoy!
The Kings
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Introducing: Teegan
Introducing baby Teegan! Teegan is only about two weeks old at this point. She is the first human baby for Teela and Megan, but has two fur siblings who I am sure she will hang all over as soon as possible. It was an honor to come hang out with Megan and Teela only a week after Teegan was born. Teegan was pretty cooperative as well; opened her eyes part way through and just stared down the camera best she could.
Welcome to the world, little T!
Lauren+Micah
Even though we hadn't met before, I have been coordinating plans to meet Lauren and Micah for several months. With their island wedding swiftly approaching in May, it was time for an engagement session to get to know one another. We decided to meet at Deception Pass State Park, a great meeting up point as they left the island and I headed to it before a big snow storm hit.
We met, and I explained my casual style briefly. I saw relief flood both of their faces when I talked about wanting to have fun exploring together, and finding more natural poses while having a good time. And boy did we ever have a blast!
These two were such a joy to hang out with. We were all laughs, smiles, and also in a state of wonder as we explored the cliffs around Deception State Park. It was the perfect moody weather to bring out the blue/green color in the pass, with mist hanging in the trees around us.
I am so excited for Lauren and Micah's wedding in May. Thank you for such a fantastic adventure!
The Bailey Family
Two children, one teenage, a handful of animals, and a couple madly in love. Cue the Bailey family (and one of my awesome brothers).
Stacey and Ben have now been together 7 years as of today. This family has been blended together with much love, care, fun, and handwork. Each year this family chooses many travels and adventures to embark on together; one of these adventures being Lyralu, the adorable little red-coated toddler showing off that spunky personality in these photos. Another, being the travel bus that this family lives on during travels.
Welcome to a huge part of my family, and heart :)
