I had a great opportunity to be one of the photographer’s at the shooting mixer organized by Emma Jane at the amazing venue in downtown Seattle, Hotel 1000. It was so much fun and I have a very photo heavy blog post to prove it! From venue, to details, to portraits and candids…

We were indoors all day for this one (although the reception area is an enclosed terrace – which is perfect for the rainy weather here) and found the natural light and modern decor beautiful to shoot in. There is an amazing light sculpture right inside the entrance that exemplifies the simple elegance and sophistication that the hotel offers. It was great to see some familiar faces, and new photographer’s I hadn’t met but hope to keep in touch with…such a creative and fun group!

I couldn’t say enough good things about the vendors that put so much hard work into making every detail amazing so I just want to extend my sincere gratitude for all of your hard work. Many, many, thanks to Emma (who also did the candy bar) and the amazing WWPAMX models Natalie, Kayla, Kiran, Tyease and Warren, Christy and Kristian. Also thank you to Josh for all of your coordination, When with SPA Studio, Sheila Birashk for make up and Absolut Hair Salon’s BB and Brittany for the hair. The designer dresses were from La Belle Elaine’s Bridal and they were certainly stunning, as was the jewelry from Bridal Boutique! The cake from Sugar Rush was not only a work of art, but sooo yummy! Petal and the Stem provided all of the flowers, include a wide variety of bouquets, all of which were so vivid and breathtakingly beautiful.

I did try out some different techniques, while shooting and with processing afterwards, and I’m really happy with how it worked out. With so many photographer’s, it does become a little challenging to get the shot you want, and I did miss a few, however I did steal Kristian away and shot exactly what I wanted in the chairs by the window and lamp…GQ Magazine – call me – hehe

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