About Hilary!

Hi there! Thanks for taking a gander at my pretty photos, I do work hard on them afterall. :)

I am a wedding and newborn photographer located in the lovely DuPont, Washington. I love to lindy hop and eat cooler ranch Doritos. I love weddings and babies in Olympia, Tacoma, Seattle, Portland and Whidbey Island.  If you dont live in one of those spots I bet I would come to where you're located to document your special days.

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Valentines Day Mini Session!

January 4th, 2012

I have been wanting a studio for a long time. The room in my old home was just too small but here in Washington we picked this house because of its “studio.” Well, that wasnt the only reason but it was definitely a perk.dupont washington childrend photographeralso, the first person to book will receive a free mini album as a thank you!

Jason is moving away to college in a few weeks and Julia wanted to take some photos to send with him. I thought that was a fantastic idea so I obliged. We met up in Olympia at the state Capitol building. Its a LOT prettier then Raleigh’s capitol building. Plus everything is green and wonderful.

Olympia Beloved Session

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Happy New Year!

January 1st, 2012

I hope your 2012 is 10,000 times better than 2011. :)

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This year has been absolutely wonderful. I have had the privilege to meet so many new, awesome people. You guys are awesome for trusting me in your families memories. I truly appreciate you. Thank you.

baby playing with christmas lights

 

This year instead of posting my favorites from the year Ill post a few of the kid I created this year. He’s adorable and I dont blog about him here because well, I was a photographer first. Not a mom. The roles have reversed a bit now, cause he needs a lot more attention than my business but I dont like mixing them all the same. Here are some of my favorites from this month. We’ve had fun with the Christmas theme.8 month old with christmas lightsbaby with reindeer antlers8 month old dressed up as Santababy on sled in studio8 month old with gnome hat8 month old in a Christmas stockingthe nightmare before christmas8 month old dressed for Christmas8 month old in a christmas present

 

Hannah and Peter found me through very unusual circumstances, Twitter. Her best friend Rachelle sent out a tweet trying to find someone available for the weekend after Thanksgiving and I happily replied. They got married at a cute little spot in Lacey, Washington - The Jacob Smith House. Its a cute little spot and is apparently one of the oldest buildings in all of Thurston County. It was the perfect setting for their wedding. Hannah really loves Peter. So much in fact that shes going to have his baby in April. So as you’re looking at these photos make sure you think “dang! that girl looks good!” Because she does. She is rocking that wedding dress. Hannah is a hottie. Peter likes beer and lasagne. He brewed three different types of beer for the wedding AND rootbeer. I think I drank more of that rootbeer than the kids did. It was scrummy. Peter sent me home with a bottle of his “I Do Brew” and my husband said it was quite scrummy as well. . When I first met with the lovebirds they were afraid of the rain. To be honest I was too and still am, definitely something I am going to have to get used to living in Washington. All the same, it was awesome out. Well, the sun wasnt out but there wasnt any rain and I liked the overcast skies. It was a bit chilly though.

 

wedding dress hanging from tree

Isnt her dress the bomb?

Also, as she was putting on her shoes she said “who says you cant find wedding shoes at Costco?” It made me laugh. Cute and comfy.macro ring shots

Peter gave her Dolce & Gabana’s Light Blue perfume. Her favorite Seattle Storm player wears it. I just love all the faces she made in only a minute.Jacob Smith House - First look

love the kiddos looking in on them..Jacob Smith House Lacey WashingtonJacob Smith House - Bride and Groom First lookJacob Smith House , Wedding party,  Lacey WashingtonGroom brewed his beer for the wedding

Her mom made all the cupcakes!Cupcake Tower

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The alteration bill was almost as much as the dress… so she got cheap heels. Bride and groom dance their first dancefather daughter dance groom kisses mother during dancelittle boys waiting to dance with the bride

You two rock. Keep on loving eachother and Ill see you in a few months for more photos!

 

lovely vendors:  petunia patch|  jacob smith house | anna kelly-glascoe (cupcakes!) | blue sky bridal