L. & B. | Adventure Session at Ruby Beach and Kalaloch Beach
This sweet and photogenic couple chose to have their romantic photo session with their two dogs.
The trip and photoshoot were planned for their first wedding anniversary. The couple decided to go on a hiking trip through the beautiful areas of Washington State. Since their pets were not present at their wedding a year ago, they really wanted to include them this time to add to the family photo album.
We started at Ruby Beach, where dogs must be on a leash at all times. However, this mischievous furry couple didn't want to sit still and kept trying to get farther into the water for a proper swim. That's why we decided to divide the photo session into two parts, with the first part spent with the dogs. For the second part, we went to Kalaloch Beach, where the famous Tree of Life with its spreading dry branches and roots stands.
The dogs stayed with my husband and assistant Pasha, who walked them around the beach while I continued to photograph. I captured them dancing in sunset light while L. and B. enjoyed each other's company.
We ended the day with lanterns at Ruby Beach, capturing the beautiful shadows of the rocks at sunset.
Thank you, L. & B., for such a wonderful day! I adore dogs and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with your fun pets.
I’M VALERIE, YOUR ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
My style is called “candid photography.” The idea is to preserve moments as they were, not as we wish they looked.
Before we speak, I ask you to fill out the contact form. It helps me better understand what you want to get from your elopement. Knowing precisely what you want, I can offer you the best locations, activities, and vendors. Don’t worry if you don’t have a concept for your event. Together we’ll find the best solution. What I really won’t do is force you to accept something that I suggested. This is your day, and I just help you to turn your thoughts, ideas, and dreams into reality.
Friendship is not something you can buy, but here you will get a real friend. Yes, I’ll be pretty much invisible during the elopement, but as with any intimate event, the elopement goes better when you are surrounded by people you trust. I’ll try to become that kind of person for your couple. I’ll help you to spend this day in a relaxed atmosphere. One of the most popular reasons why people choose to elope is the desire to spend the wedding day without haste and fuss. Your elopement will be adventurous but stress-free! I'll be your rock, your shoulder to lean on.
Finally, when we discuss all the details, and you choose everything from location and date to clothes and champagne, I’ll get my camera. At that moment, my purpose will be to capture your real feelings and emotions. I’m not going to tell you what to do and how to pose. Our common goal is to save these brilliant moments of your love story, not to do posed photography.
