A warm outdoor portrait against a white building wall with a bright sunflower accent.
A loving moment captured between parent and child outdoors against a white wall with greenery and a sunflower.
lifestyle and Fine Art Photographer


A Sweet Summer Family Session at Nisqually Wildlife Refuge

Let's Set The Stage

The sun was playing its golden symphony, and the warmth of August enveloped a sweet family—mom, dad, and their energetic two-year-old. Our story began when this wonderful trio responded to a model call for a cake smash, marking the first chapter of our photographic journey together. Fast forward to a sun-soaked day at the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge, where we embraced the beauty of nature, bugs and all.

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The air was filled with laughter as we navigated the rustic charm of barns and the tranquil allure of the boardwalk. However, our toddler, true to his spirited nature, had other plans.


The allure of barns and boardwalks didn't quite capture his attention. Yet, armed with creativity, we turned the session into an adventure of games, joyful swings, and, unexpectedly, a game of berry-throwing that had him gleefully engaged.


In a delightful twist, I later discovered that this impromptu family session coincided with the little one's birthday—what a way to celebrate turning two! The day may have been warm, the sun showing off its brilliance, and the bugs quite insistent, but the love and laughter shared among this family were the true highlights.


Now, without further ado, let's relive those sun-kissed moments and candid smiles through the lens of this heartwarming family session at the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge.

A family shares a joyful moment together outside a rustic white barn on a sunny day.
A heartwarming outdoor photo of a parent and toddler holding a bright sunflower against a rustic white barn wall.
A tender candid moment between adult and child against a white brick wall, holding sunflowers on a sunny day.
A toddler in vintage-style clothing stands on grass near a sunflower and white chair outside a rustic building.
A family sits together on a blanket outside on the grass near a building on a sunny day.
A small child sits in a white plastic chair on a grassy lawn next to an old stone building.
A family stands together on a wooden bridge in a wooded area during golden hour lighting.
A young child walks on a wooden bridge path through nature wearing casual summer clothing.
A couple and small child walk together on a wooden footbridge surrounded by lush green trees.
A happy family laughs together while spending time outdoors in front of a stone building wall with a sunflower.
A toddler in a gray button-up shirt holds hands with adults while standing outside in golden sunlight.
Close-up portrait of a toddler in a gray shirt looking away with soft focus background.
A small child sits in a vintage white rocking chair outdoors wearing a grey shirt and khaki shorts.
A small child holding hands with an adult while playfully posing on a wooden bridge walkway.
A loving family shares a joyful moment together outdoors in warm sunlight.
A joyful family moment captured on a wooden bridge in nature while sharing laughs together on a beautiful day.