"A friend of a friend referred me to you!" I love those types of clients! Morgan needed some up to date images for her portfolio and I was happy to help. Her sweet personality, crystal blue eyes, and blonde locks made it easy to get some beautiful natural looking shots that weren't over the top with makeup or clothing but more everyday her.
Great job Morgan and good luck with all your endeavors!
I remember the day I got my first DSLR. It was an entry level Nikon camera. Came with two lenses and a strap. I felt like a million bucks walking around with that thing around my neck, taking pictures of just about everything and everyone I saw. That feeling came to a crashing end when I came home and loaded the images to my computer. They were too dark, too light, to harsh; just flat out not good. My dream of being a photographer was over ( do you hear the violins playing in the background).
Needless to say, it took time to learn how to take good images with the camera and lenses I had. I spent countless hours/ days/ months searching the web to learn "tricks" and tips on how to get solid images that I would be proud enough to print and display. It was hard and frustrating at times, mostly cause I didn't have anyone who could sit down and just show me "what this button does".
After many years of trial and error, I think I've learned a few things and I'm excited to help YOU get the most out of your camera! I am by no means a teacher or specialist on the subject, but I'm happy to share what I know so that you can feel more comfortable with your skills documenting your family, kiddos, adventures, vacations, etc.
I'm working on a photography meet up in Vancouver, WA in the next couple weeks. If you are interested in being a part or know someone who would be, feel free to email me at irenepphotography@gmail.com or message me on FB.
Can't wait, its going to be awesome!
Once a year I volunteer at the "Lights of Hope" auction put on by EOR (they do amazing work, check them out! http://www.ethiopianorphanrelief.org/). At this event, I have been lucky enough to meet many amazing/ generous people that have a heart for adoption/ orphan care/ making a difference in the world.
Molly was one of those people that jumped on the opportunity to book a session and support my trip to Kenya! Thank you Curran Family! Here's a few favorite shots from our session together!
I don't mean to brag but I have THEE BEST clients, truly amazing! And when they refer their friends to me, I know they're going to be awesome as well!
The Martin family was one of those families refereed to me by the Enyearts (thanks Lauren!). They were so sweet, flexible with every idea I had and just a joy to photograph. Their youngest definitely made me work for a smile, but we were really happy with the shots we got!
There are some subjects that always look good in front of the camera, they don't even have to try. I have come to realize that I'm definitely not one of those people ( I have to work for good pics of myself) however Tatyana and her three girls are. No matter where we go, the style of shoot or time of day, their session always turns out stunning. This one ended up being no different. The setting at Pittock Mansion, plus the less saturated edit throughout created an old-world/ elegant feel that I absolutely love.
Five plus years ago, I nanny-ed for the Sale family. The youngest was 3 at the time and I'll never forget his crazy mohawk hair cut and obsession with blueberries. Now the kids are all grown up and as tall if not taller then me. Time sure does fly but its fun to see them again and catch up on school/ hobbies/ life.
SR. sessions can be difficult, especially when working with guys because frankly most don't even want to be there! In those situations trying to get a "natural" smile can be a challenge to say the least, however Gage was the complete opposite. Our shoot was short, laid back and to the point. I'm really happy with the shots we got and how we could incorporate his love for dirt bikes into the session.
Congratulations Gage, class of 2017!
I've known the Lefitz family for many years now and its been a blast watching their family grow from one child to two children to now both of them in school.
Its a privilege as a photographer to be a part of huge milestones in peoples lives, or even just a yearly Holiday picture. We've had several sessions together over the years, but this one has to be my favorite thus far.
