Tag Archives: Family Portraits

Paradise in the Spring {Magical Maui}

Maui–what an absolutely magical place to be, especially when the gray skies and sideways rain are pelting the PNW.  A very special group of people needed some photographic coverage (ahem) and beach portraits while on holiday, and I was just the tiniest bit thrilled to oblige… We had such fun with the wild kids who had sand in the most amazing places … And then another fun shoot wandering the streets of Lahaina.  Great to see such good friends creating memories together.

Two of my favorite people were able to join me — we rented a Westfalia camper van to explore the island.  What a cool way to dive into the island, meeting the most interesting folks along the way.  Adventuring with your friends in paradise is pretty spectacular, watching the sun set at a different beach every night, swimming in the ocean, eating chocolate covered frozen bananas, living out of a cooler, feeling the salty grit in your hair, smelling the warm, tropical air, the freshest fruit picked right off the trees, and the slow wash of meditative waves cleansing our minds and our souls.  It was a heavenly trip, full of quiet contemplation, soulful conversations, and a lot of gratitude.  This life is so full of mystery and beauty. I hope to always find and honor the magic of this world.  Cheers to loving adventures and traveling the world!

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Spring is here and with it, NEWBIES {Newborn Portrait Session, Olympia, WA}

I luuuuurve babies, especially the babies of my siblings. The baby of our family just welcomed his second little one, Gracen, into the world last week.  It never ceases to amaze me holding a newborn–she was just inside someone else, hours earlier… fahreekee and awesome…and now, boom, out, being a cool baby.  It was so darn sweet to see her older sister Payton holding her, singing her songs, and just being a darling 2 year old.  Dang these girls are sweet!  Thanks for hanging out with me today you cute cuties.

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Cheeks and Chubs, Jack’s 3 month portrait session {Olympia baby photographer, Olympia, WA}

Babies!  It’s such a treat to have little ones in the studio, especially when they have cheeks like Jack.  This sweet little guy is such a happy, smiley, cooing, drooling bundle of cuteness!  His momma Nichole is already his biggest fan, laughing easily over our failed #Pinterest attempt to cover his face in red lipstick smooches.  Dang it!  How to keep those smooches smear free is beyond me!  Still completely adorable though…  I can’t wait to see what he does next! xo_DSC4116 _DSC4199 _DSC4234 _DSC4321

Kids Keep You Looking Young {Family Portrait Session, Olympia, WA}

I’ve been friends with Mark for nearly (choke) 30 years.  He and his gorgeous wife Danacia clearly don’t seem to be aging–or at least not as quickly as others!  Maybe it’s the fact that they have to be active chasing around three little ones.  Their oldest was the epitome of Big Brother, trying to set a good example for adorably rambunctious twins.  They were all so darling, and Mark and Danacia just kept smiling through it all, surrendering to the delightfully entertaining chaos that is their daily life.  Cherish it you guys…because it passes much too quickly. xoxo

Thanks for coming to see me!  I loved how my name was pronounced: Coort-ten-naaaay.  I just may change it….

 

flexing those mini muscles, family portrait session, Olympia, WA

One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is documenting growing families. I photographed Justin and Lindsey’s wedding just a few years ago… and now here they are, two little boys and another little one on the way! Time sure does fly : ) Such sweet little boys–although Judah needed a bit more coaxing before stepping front of the camera for me. Harper was game for anything though! As much fun as a little girl would be, the boy energy is pretty crazy fun too! Can’t wait to meet the newest addition soon! Love you guys!!!montage

It's all about family… Family Portrait Session, Olympia, WA

I have met some of the sweetest people in my career. Take the McCann family–not only are they all completely adorable, but they are mega smilers. I like smiling, in fact along with Buddy the Elf, it’s my favorite. You simply feel good when you smile, am I right or what?#2937
It’s a very subtle, but powerful statement having your family photo on the wall. Something you see every single day…who you are connected to, who has your back and who will love you just because. It’s so important to reinforce that, every single day. Because frankly, our days here, together as a family, are limited. We need to treat them as treasured time. Starting right now. Sending hugs and hallahs out… Make this a year to count. Cortney

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Get Yourself Some Swagger Wagon Action, Family Portraits Olympia Style

The recent Toyota campaign for the Swagger Wagon: Sienna SE makes me rolf lol and lmbo (laugh my bum off–keep this clean). I had to take stock of the awesome “Swagger Wagon-esque” families I know–and there are a LOT! So in honor of all those sweet minivan driving madres and padres is the Ultimate Hookup Special–Family Portrait Session for $100 July only. We all know you deserve this–and I just may have a sweet swag bag for you too! Call the studio to schedule your Ultimate Hookup Special today–space is limited!! 360.357.2889 Let’s face it, you have things to do, like rolling in your sweet ride to soccer practice.Marshall-#7164