Thank You Mafi/Larsen Family!

Who knew I would complain about a sunny day in the PNW? But, after this shoot I did! We had MONTHS of overcast and gloomy days and that was what I had planned for when scheduling this shoot, overcast skies. But instead, I got a bright full sun afternoon. Normally this can still be worked with, but somehow with a large group and scattered trees, I had a difficult time finding a place evenly lit to accommodate them! After countless hours of processing the images and numerous cuss words, I was able to turn a result that I could be proud of.

The sad thing with all my complaining is, they were an AWESOME family to work with! I can't tell you how much I love and admire the Mafi family. Heidi is one of the most talented/artistic people I know, which added to my need to produce great results. Talk about pressure! (self induced of course). Thank you Mafi & Larsen families for entrusting me with your family portraits.





*Objects on blog are sharper and bolder than they appear.

Thank You Wyman Family!

When the Wymans called to schedule their shoot, Heather was worried about the dog misbehaving. I was all prepared for the dog but no one prepared me for her husband! Just kidding Joe! I brought my husband along to help everyone smile, but this family turned the tables and had us laughing!
Thanks again Wymans for a fun morning. Our prayers were answered and the weather held out long enough for us to get some great shots. I know I am posting a lot, but I had a lot that I loved. Hope you enjoy them too!
PS. Aren't these kids the cutest?!


Labradoodle Dandy! Yeah, I said it.

What More Could You Ask For?

I have had it really good, many times. But, I have to say, this was my easiest shoot to date! The littlest dude was the cutest! His family had practiced with him before hand and when I would count to three, he would look straight at me and say "CHEESE!" It was so dang cute and made the whole family laugh, giving them genuine smiles as well. Not only was I in great company, but somehow we managed the most perfect weather as well. Thank you "L" family for a great morning!

Thank You Green Family!

This may be the absolute most patient family in the world! Not only were they rained on for half of their shoot (and kept smiling), but I went into labor 4 days after the shoot, when I thought I still had three weeks to go! Long story short, they are seeing their sneak peek after 3 weeks rather than 3 days!
Thank you Green family! Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated. You have been awesome to work with and as everyone can see, wicked cute too ;)

Thank You Gregson Family!

Thanks to a long Christmas vacation in Utah, I was able to do photos for my brother and his family. They haven't had their family photos done in YEARS! I like to flatter myself and think that it is because I haven't lived near them in years ;)
This may have been my fastest photo shoot to date. It was FREEZING! Despite the cold, I was really excited about what I was able to capture in such a short amount of time. The kids were great and really stuck it in there with me. Poor 20 month old Shaw was losing feeling in his hands and that is when we knew it was time to call it quits. Thanks guys for a fun afternoon and for bringing such cute kids into the world to call me Auntie!

Thanks 'B' Family!

I did this photo shoot nearly two weeks ago! That will give you an idea of how swamped I have been lately. Regardless, I am having fun doing all that I am doing and especially had a great time working with the 'B' family. You really will never meet nicer people in your life. The morning we shot was really cold and I didn't hear one complaint out of any of them, they just did what I asked and smiled! What more can you ask for?
This was also my first shoot with my new assistant. He did a great job at holding lighting gear in place for me, making the family smile (more like laugh) and keeping things comfortable and fun. Did I mention he is really good looking too?!
Yes, my husband has joined the Rahne Drop team and will be accompanying me on my shoots to keep things fun and have a second pair of hands and eyes to catch things I may miss while behind the camera. I really wish I got a picture of him holding my reflector while doing the splits over a river to get this shot. There are always good laughs when Sherman is around and I love him for it!

Thank You Hatch Family!

Have you ever had in your mind the exact way you wanted a certain situation to go? Has it EVER actually worked that way? Well, for the first time I can say, "working with the Hatch family is just THAT way!" They were the easiest and most comfortable clients I have worked with. I would start to tell them how I wanted them and mid sentence I would look up and they were in perfect formation with perfect smiles! When does that ever happen? I was so happy that the Heavens opened up and we found the most gorgeous couple of hours this weekend to shoot. Thank you Hatch family for a great morning and enjoy your preview!

Just Some Family...

Okay, so they are not JUST some family. This is my sister and her adorable family! Though, I have to admit I am not sure who I get more nervous shooting for, my family or "just some family." I obsess equally over the photo shoots and the end result. I think the only difference between shooting for family and for others, is that when shooting my family I can use phrases like, "Stop making that ridiculous face," "I have no idea if this is going to work" and make all the inappropriate noises I want :)

Welcome Baby Olivia!

Here are more of the 'H' Family as promised, plus some of new baby sister Olivia.



*Side Note* I completed the Seattle Rock-n-Roll 1/2 marathon and couldn't be more excited! It was an incredible event and I can't get over how much fun I had doing it! AND I actually lived to tell about it ;)

Zappe Family