Family Session at Scenic Beach State Park | Bremerton Family Photographer

I photographed this sweet family over the summer down at Fountain Park. This time, we got back together for a cozy fall session at Scenic Beach. 

I love getting to work with friends. They are so natural in front of the camera and with these two cute boys - extra cuddly! 

We took our time, letting big brother splash in the water and look for crabs. Scenic Beach State Park in Seabeck, WA is a little boy's paradise and a photographer's dream location.

Thank your R&S for spending the afternoon letting me chase you around with my camera. The love for your boys is apparent in every hug and giggle! - Ashleigh 

Family Session at Faye Bainbridge Park | Bainbridge Island, WA

When I got an email from a friend who has since moved about a quick family session while they were back visiting, I was thrilled. We decided to meet at Faye Bainbridge Park in Bainbridge Island to enjoy the warm sunshine and ocean breeze. 

Family Session at Kitsap Lake in Bremerton, WA

Every time I get to photograph this family, I get excited. Evie never disappoints and her parents are pretty well behaved too ;) 

We spent a beautiful Sunday afternoon by the water at Kitsap Lake Park. I love this park because it's so diverse. Rustic lawns, willow trees, water... it's just beautiful! 

Family Session at Harborside Fountain Park in Bremerton, WA

I love getting to watch families grow. When I first met Melissa, she was a mom to a beautiful little blonde named Ava. Fast forward two years later and she added an independent, baby wipe loving, little guy who's eyes and pouty lips will melt you into a puddle. 

We spent an evening playing in the fountains at Harborside Fountain Park. It's a cute little park tucked between the Navy Shipyard and the Ferry Terminal. As the name suggests, there are huge fountains that guide you from the street down to the water. It made the absolute best location! 

Ava quickly became my little sidekick. She was so good at helping me with her brother - even though, as most little brothers can attest, he just wanted to do things for himself! Her blue eyes lit up when I told her to let me know her ideas for pictures. I must say, most of her ideas were awesome! 

And then there was little Eli. I wish you could have seen him scoot closer and closer to the fountain until his little fingers were finally splashing in the water.

I literally could have photographed this family all night. But alas, the sun slipped behind the horizon and bedtime came. 

Melissa and Tony, 
I had so much fun spending some time with your beautiful family. You're kiddos were an absolute joy to work with. I hope you you can look back at these pictures and remember that warm summer night when Eli only wanted to hang upside down and Ava wanted to come work with me. 
Ashleigh 

Family Session at Point No Point | Bremerton Family Photographer

There's one constant with the military: Change. Brittany and her family just moved to Port Orchard, Washington as her husband gets ready to start a new tour. They had lots of family in town to help them explore their new city so they ventured up north to Point No Point for some family pictures at the beach. 

This is one of my most favorite locations! Point No Point is one of the few sandy beaches in the area and it has an amazing view of Seattle and Mt. Rainier. 

Family Session in Silverdale, Washington

This is the blog post I didn't want to write. You see, this is a blog post for the session Pam always said she and Kyle needed to do before they left Washington. We did the session earlier this week so you know what that means. 

I first met Pam at a 1 year old's birthday party a few months after we moved to Bremerton, WA. Our meeting was a little like fate because neither of us even had kids - we were both friends of the mom. We got to talking and we quickly realized we were both from the east coast, then both from Georgia and then from the same county. In fact, we grew up just miles apart. Crazy, right?!?

In the years since that first meeting, Kyle and Pam have become some of our closest friends. They are two of the kindest people you'll ever meet. They love on people and their love for each other shines. 

The time has come for Kyle to hang up his cover and stay on dry land for a long while. I know they've been waiting for this day for a long time. While I'm so sad to see them go, I cannot wait to watch this next season of life unfold for them. 

Mommy & Me | Family Photography | Bremerton, WA

 I love Mommy and Me sessions because mom is usually behind the camera. There is just something magical about watching a mom play with her children. Their little eyes light up and hearing giggles... sigh. Childhood is so fleeting. 

You might recognize this family from their maternity family session last fall. I was so happy they came back for a Mommy & Me Session. 

Mom picked the location - a local park with amazing views if you're willing to drive a zig-zag road down to the water. I must say, it was quiet worth it! As soon as I made it to the parking lot, I spotted this little patch of grass where the sun was sparkling through the trees. After we spent a few minutes making wishes in the grass, we headed toward the water to see "the powerful waves." The tide was too high to go down to the water which was a bummer because we couldn't walk around the bend to see Mt. Rainier. The girls did have fun climbing on the rails of the pier. Little Miss A was so careful to put her clip on her dress for safe keeping and was devastated  when her clip fell off her dress into the water. Poor little thing was so upset. After A and her mom had a moment to discuss the fish with a beautiful clip on her head, A was back to her crazy self in no time. Don't you just love 4 year olds? 

Thank you for allowing me to be your family and maternity photographer in Bremerton, WA.

If you’re interested in Bremerton area family photography, please contact me as soon as you can. I'm currently booking through July 2015 for portrait sessions of all kinds. Leave a comment below if you enjoyed the photos!