Essence of Us Photography
@essenceofus-photo.bsky.social
Puget Sound area wedding, engagement, and bridal boudoir photographer
Serving King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Mason counties. Available for travel!
Now Booking through 2026
www.essenceofusphotography.com
Serving King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Mason counties. Available for travel!
Now Booking through 2026
www.essenceofusphotography.com
Why I switch lenses during your session...
One of the reasons I photograph with a two-camera setup is so I can move seamlessly between different lenses —each one shaping your story in a slightly different way.
#mountrainierengagement #shootingwithintention #seattleengagementphotographer
One of the reasons I photograph with a two-camera setup is so I can move seamlessly between different lenses —each one shaping your story in a slightly different way.
#mountrainierengagement #shootingwithintention #seattleengagementphotographer
October 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Why I switch lenses during your session...
One of the reasons I photograph with a two-camera setup is so I can move seamlessly between different lenses —each one shaping your story in a slightly different way.
#mountrainierengagement #shootingwithintention #seattleengagementphotographer
One of the reasons I photograph with a two-camera setup is so I can move seamlessly between different lenses —each one shaping your story in a slightly different way.
#mountrainierengagement #shootingwithintention #seattleengagementphotographer
New on the blog! This WithinSODO wedding editorial brings together industrial charm and romantic elegance in one unforgettable setting — I’m so excited to finally share the full gallery and story behind the shoot.
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #WithinSODOWedding
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #WithinSODOWedding
October 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
New on the blog! This WithinSODO wedding editorial brings together industrial charm and romantic elegance in one unforgettable setting — I’m so excited to finally share the full gallery and story behind the shoot.
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #WithinSODOWedding
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #WithinSODOWedding
Want that just-married moment to really shine in your wedding album? Choose bubbles for sparkle + whimsy—they photograph beautifully in natural light and add an ethereal glow to your exit shots. Pro tip: get the big bubble wands or automatic bubble machines for more oomph!
#CeremonyExit
#CeremonyExit
October 21, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Want that just-married moment to really shine in your wedding album? Choose bubbles for sparkle + whimsy—they photograph beautifully in natural light and add an ethereal glow to your exit shots. Pro tip: get the big bubble wands or automatic bubble machines for more oomph!
#CeremonyExit
#CeremonyExit
I adore sessions that lean into what feels natural for each couple. Whether it’s a bustling coffee shop, a quiet walk by the water, or a golden-hour overlook, the most meaningful photos are the ones that feel like you.
☕@currancoffee
#TacomaEngagement #TacomaWeddingPhotographer
☕@currancoffee
#TacomaEngagement #TacomaWeddingPhotographer
August 20, 2025 at 9:17 PM
I adore sessions that lean into what feels natural for each couple. Whether it’s a bustling coffee shop, a quiet walk by the water, or a golden-hour overlook, the most meaningful photos are the ones that feel like you.
☕@currancoffee
#TacomaEngagement #TacomaWeddingPhotographer
☕@currancoffee
#TacomaEngagement #TacomaWeddingPhotographer
From Chinese and Vietnamese traditions to Korean Paebaek and Japanese tea rituals, tea ceremonies honor family, heritage, and the joining of two lives with deep respect and gratitude.
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #KitsapCountyWeddings #SeattleBride #PNWWeddings #TeaCeremony
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #KitsapCountyWeddings #SeattleBride #PNWWeddings #TeaCeremony
August 19, 2025 at 9:32 PM
From Chinese and Vietnamese traditions to Korean Paebaek and Japanese tea rituals, tea ceremonies honor family, heritage, and the joining of two lives with deep respect and gratitude.
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #KitsapCountyWeddings #SeattleBride #PNWWeddings #TeaCeremony
#SeattleWeddingPhotographer #KitsapCountyWeddings #SeattleBride #PNWWeddings #TeaCeremony
While my heart usually lives in golden hour light and architectural lines, there's something magnetic about the simplicity of white walls. Sometimes the best creative growth happens when you strip everything back to just two people being authentically themselves.
#studiophotography
#studiophotography
August 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
While my heart usually lives in golden hour light and architectural lines, there's something magnetic about the simplicity of white walls. Sometimes the best creative growth happens when you strip everything back to just two people being authentically themselves.
#studiophotography
#studiophotography
Ingrid & Juno’s wedding was sunshine, laughter, cranes, ramen (yes, ramen!), and so much love — all set against a bright Seattle summer day at Ray’s Boathouse.
Their story (and plenty more photos) is now on the blog
#SeattleWedding #RaysBoathouseWedding #GoldenGardens #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
Their story (and plenty more photos) is now on the blog
#SeattleWedding #RaysBoathouseWedding #GoldenGardens #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
August 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Ingrid & Juno’s wedding was sunshine, laughter, cranes, ramen (yes, ramen!), and so much love — all set against a bright Seattle summer day at Ray’s Boathouse.
Their story (and plenty more photos) is now on the blog
#SeattleWedding #RaysBoathouseWedding #GoldenGardens #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
Their story (and plenty more photos) is now on the blog
#SeattleWedding #RaysBoathouseWedding #GoldenGardens #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
One year ago, these two said “I do” surrounded by love, laughter, and a plethora of beautiful backdrops. Photography is more than just one day—it’s a living reminder of how your story started.
Happy Anniversary, J & L 💛 Here’s to many more chapters of love ahead.
#OlympicNationalParkElopement
Happy Anniversary, J & L 💛 Here’s to many more chapters of love ahead.
#OlympicNationalParkElopement
August 3, 2025 at 4:01 PM
One year ago, these two said “I do” surrounded by love, laughter, and a plethora of beautiful backdrops. Photography is more than just one day—it’s a living reminder of how your story started.
Happy Anniversary, J & L 💛 Here’s to many more chapters of love ahead.
#OlympicNationalParkElopement
Happy Anniversary, J & L 💛 Here’s to many more chapters of love ahead.
#OlympicNationalParkElopement
Thinking about going all-out for your engagement session? --- Don’t shy away from formal wear!
A sleek tux and a stunning gown can instantly elevate your photos and add a timeless, editorial feel.
#SeattleEngagement #SeattleWeddingPhotographer #DowntownSeattle
A sleek tux and a stunning gown can instantly elevate your photos and add a timeless, editorial feel.
#SeattleEngagement #SeattleWeddingPhotographer #DowntownSeattle
July 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Thinking about going all-out for your engagement session? --- Don’t shy away from formal wear!
A sleek tux and a stunning gown can instantly elevate your photos and add a timeless, editorial feel.
#SeattleEngagement #SeattleWeddingPhotographer #DowntownSeattle
A sleek tux and a stunning gown can instantly elevate your photos and add a timeless, editorial feel.
#SeattleEngagement #SeattleWeddingPhotographer #DowntownSeattle
These two showed up dressed to impress and brought so much love, laughter, and easygoing fun to their engagement session. I loved every second of capturing it!
📸 Head to the link in my bio to see the full session!
#TacomaEngagementSession #PNWEngagement #WWseymourBotanicalConservatory
📸 Head to the link in my bio to see the full session!
#TacomaEngagementSession #PNWEngagement #WWseymourBotanicalConservatory
July 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
These two showed up dressed to impress and brought so much love, laughter, and easygoing fun to their engagement session. I loved every second of capturing it!
📸 Head to the link in my bio to see the full session!
#TacomaEngagementSession #PNWEngagement #WWseymourBotanicalConservatory
📸 Head to the link in my bio to see the full session!
#TacomaEngagementSession #PNWEngagement #WWseymourBotanicalConservatory
After the most incredible few months welcoming our little one into the world, I'm excited to announce that I'm fully back behind the camera and ready for what's ahead!
To my couples who've been patiently waiting and supporting me during this time—thank you from the bottom of my heart.
#BackToWork
To my couples who've been patiently waiting and supporting me during this time—thank you from the bottom of my heart.
#BackToWork
July 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM
After the most incredible few months welcoming our little one into the world, I'm excited to announce that I'm fully back behind the camera and ready for what's ahead!
To my couples who've been patiently waiting and supporting me during this time—thank you from the bottom of my heart.
#BackToWork
To my couples who've been patiently waiting and supporting me during this time—thank you from the bottom of my heart.
#BackToWork
Weddings often bring a wave of emotion, but there’s something especially meaningful about the love between a mother and daughter on this day. A lifetime of support, laughter, and growth leading to this moment—helping her step into a new chapter, heart full and eyes shining.
#WeddingDayEmotions
#WeddingDayEmotions
July 19, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Weddings often bring a wave of emotion, but there’s something especially meaningful about the love between a mother and daughter on this day. A lifetime of support, laughter, and growth leading to this moment—helping her step into a new chapter, heart full and eyes shining.
#WeddingDayEmotions
#WeddingDayEmotions
Just shared Maura & Alex's dreamy Washington Park Arboretum engagement session on the blog! Seattle couples - if you're looking for the perfect engagement session location, Washington Park Arboretum should definitely be on your list! 📸
#WashingtonParkArboretum #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
#WashingtonParkArboretum #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
July 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Just shared Maura & Alex's dreamy Washington Park Arboretum engagement session on the blog! Seattle couples - if you're looking for the perfect engagement session location, Washington Park Arboretum should definitely be on your list! 📸
#WashingtonParkArboretum #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
#WashingtonParkArboretum #SeattleWeddingPhotographer
Let’s talk about something every couple worries about: the weather. ☀️🌧️
Here’s the truth from a professional photographer’s lens—any weather can create stunning wedding photos. I come prepared to work with whatever the sky brings and make it magical either way.
#PNWWeddingPhotographer #RainOrShine
Here’s the truth from a professional photographer’s lens—any weather can create stunning wedding photos. I come prepared to work with whatever the sky brings and make it magical either way.
#PNWWeddingPhotographer #RainOrShine
July 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Let’s talk about something every couple worries about: the weather. ☀️🌧️
Here’s the truth from a professional photographer’s lens—any weather can create stunning wedding photos. I come prepared to work with whatever the sky brings and make it magical either way.
#PNWWeddingPhotographer #RainOrShine
Here’s the truth from a professional photographer’s lens—any weather can create stunning wedding photos. I come prepared to work with whatever the sky brings and make it magical either way.
#PNWWeddingPhotographer #RainOrShine
July 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
You’ve poured heart and soul into every detail of your wedding day. My job? To document it in a way that helps your memories live on for generations.
#WeddingDetailsMatter #WeddingFlatlays #DetailShots #PNWWeddingPhotographer
#WeddingDetailsMatter #WeddingFlatlays #DetailShots #PNWWeddingPhotographer
July 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
You’ve poured heart and soul into every detail of your wedding day. My job? To document it in a way that helps your memories live on for generations.
#WeddingDetailsMatter #WeddingFlatlays #DetailShots #PNWWeddingPhotographer
#WeddingDetailsMatter #WeddingFlatlays #DetailShots #PNWWeddingPhotographer
Your engagement session is your practice run before the big day—where you get comfy in front of the camera and we build that oh-so-important connection. Engagement sessions are full of movement, laughter, and sweet in-between moments that make the real magic happen.
#PNWEngagementPhotos
#PNWEngagementPhotos
July 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Your engagement session is your practice run before the big day—where you get comfy in front of the camera and we build that oh-so-important connection. Engagement sessions are full of movement, laughter, and sweet in-between moments that make the real magic happen.
#PNWEngagementPhotos
#PNWEngagementPhotos
Reading messages like this never gets old. I’m beyond grateful for the trust my couples place in me on one of the most meaningful days of their lives. Taking the time to thank me directly with sweet messages like this means the world.💍✨
#ClientLove #KitsapCountyPhotographer
#ClientLove #KitsapCountyPhotographer
July 8, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Reading messages like this never gets old. I’m beyond grateful for the trust my couples place in me on one of the most meaningful days of their lives. Taking the time to thank me directly with sweet messages like this means the world.💍✨
#ClientLove #KitsapCountyPhotographer
#ClientLove #KitsapCountyPhotographer
This moment was captured immediately following the first look. I LOVE this shot because it shows the intimate moment enjoyed by this sweet couple as they prepare to say 'I do!'
#firstlook #weddingday #weddingtimeline #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning #weddingtips
#firstlook #weddingday #weddingtimeline #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning #weddingtips
July 6, 2025 at 3:11 PM
This moment was captured immediately following the first look. I LOVE this shot because it shows the intimate moment enjoyed by this sweet couple as they prepare to say 'I do!'
#firstlook #weddingday #weddingtimeline #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning #weddingtips
#firstlook #weddingday #weddingtimeline #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning #weddingtips
Your wedding day flies by in what feels like minutes, but the memories last forever ✨
Here's why investing in professional wedding photography is one of the smartest decisions you'll make.
#weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning
Here's why investing in professional wedding photography is one of the smartest decisions you'll make.
#weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning
July 5, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Your wedding day flies by in what feels like minutes, but the memories last forever ✨
Here's why investing in professional wedding photography is one of the smartest decisions you'll make.
#weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning
Here's why investing in professional wedding photography is one of the smartest decisions you'll make.
#weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning
Ever wondered what's in my camera bag?
🎒 Dual camera bodies
📷 Multiple lenses
🔋 Extra batteries & memory cards
💡 Portable lighting
🧻 Emergency kit
The goal? Being so prepared that couples never have to worry about their photographer being ready for their big day.
#weddingday #cameragear
🎒 Dual camera bodies
📷 Multiple lenses
🔋 Extra batteries & memory cards
💡 Portable lighting
🧻 Emergency kit
The goal? Being so prepared that couples never have to worry about their photographer being ready for their big day.
#weddingday #cameragear
July 3, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Ever wondered what's in my camera bag?
🎒 Dual camera bodies
📷 Multiple lenses
🔋 Extra batteries & memory cards
💡 Portable lighting
🧻 Emergency kit
The goal? Being so prepared that couples never have to worry about their photographer being ready for their big day.
#weddingday #cameragear
🎒 Dual camera bodies
📷 Multiple lenses
🔋 Extra batteries & memory cards
💡 Portable lighting
🧻 Emergency kit
The goal? Being so prepared that couples never have to worry about their photographer being ready for their big day.
#weddingday #cameragear
Sometimes the most beautiful love stories begin in the most unexpected places 💕
#engagementphotos #engagementsession #engagementphotographer #bridetobe #groomtobe #couplesession #romanticphotos #engagementshoot #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #TacomaEngagement #PierceCounty #KitsapCounty
#engagementphotos #engagementsession #engagementphotographer #bridetobe #groomtobe #couplesession #romanticphotos #engagementshoot #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #TacomaEngagement #PierceCounty #KitsapCounty
July 1, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Sometimes the most beautiful love stories begin in the most unexpected places 💕
#engagementphotos #engagementsession #engagementphotographer #bridetobe #groomtobe #couplesession #romanticphotos #engagementshoot #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #TacomaEngagement #PierceCounty #KitsapCounty
#engagementphotos #engagementsession #engagementphotographer #bridetobe #groomtobe #couplesession #romanticphotos #engagementshoot #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #TacomaEngagement #PierceCounty #KitsapCounty
After years in the wedding industry, I’ve heard vendors discuss the same regrets pop up again and again from couples—and I’m sharing exactly how to avoid them in my latest blog.
Bonus: Grab the FREE printable checklist to make sure you're covered from day one.
#WeddingPlanningTips #WeddingRegrets
Bonus: Grab the FREE printable checklist to make sure you're covered from day one.
#WeddingPlanningTips #WeddingRegrets
June 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
After years in the wedding industry, I’ve heard vendors discuss the same regrets pop up again and again from couples—and I’m sharing exactly how to avoid them in my latest blog.
Bonus: Grab the FREE printable checklist to make sure you're covered from day one.
#WeddingPlanningTips #WeddingRegrets
Bonus: Grab the FREE printable checklist to make sure you're covered from day one.
#WeddingPlanningTips #WeddingRegrets
✨ Planning your engagement session should be fun, not stressful! Swipe through to see the most common mistakes couples make when planning their engagement photos - and how to avoid them!
#engagementphotos #kitsapphotographer #pnwengagement #engagementphotography #weddingplanning #weddingtips
#engagementphotos #kitsapphotographer #pnwengagement #engagementphotography #weddingplanning #weddingtips
June 24, 2025 at 5:05 PM
✨ Planning your engagement session should be fun, not stressful! Swipe through to see the most common mistakes couples make when planning their engagement photos - and how to avoid them!
#engagementphotos #kitsapphotographer #pnwengagement #engagementphotography #weddingplanning #weddingtips
#engagementphotos #kitsapphotographer #pnwengagement #engagementphotography #weddingplanning #weddingtips
Summer wedding season is here in beautiful Kitsap County! 🌞👰🤵
Our top 5 summer wedding tips will help you stay cool and collected on your big day!
#KitsapWeddings #PNWSummerWedding #SummerWeddingTips
Our top 5 summer wedding tips will help you stay cool and collected on your big day!
#KitsapWeddings #PNWSummerWedding #SummerWeddingTips
June 19, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Summer wedding season is here in beautiful Kitsap County! 🌞👰🤵
Our top 5 summer wedding tips will help you stay cool and collected on your big day!
#KitsapWeddings #PNWSummerWedding #SummerWeddingTips
Our top 5 summer wedding tips will help you stay cool and collected on your big day!
#KitsapWeddings #PNWSummerWedding #SummerWeddingTips