Hi, I'm Michele! I'm a family and portrait photographer based in Bellevue, Washington, and a mom of two.
My family is my inspiration. They're my team. My girls are silly and perfect and remind me every day that the ordinary moments are actually the ones worth holding onto, the small things that end up meaning everything. And my husband keeps me grounded, always reminding me that life doesn't have to be so serious.
That perspective shapes everything I create. I'm not drawn to perfectly styled sets or stiff poses, I'm here for real life. The hand-holding, the laughter, the in-between moments no one else thinks to catch.
That's what I photograph. Real connection, soft light, and images that feel as good as they look.
“What excites me most is catching the real-time chaos and tenderness of family life, then handing it back as something you can hold onto.”
I believe your family photos should look like your actual family. Not a version of your family that holds still and smiles on command (because, let's be honest, that family doesn't exist). I want to capture who you are right now, in this season, with all the beautiful mess that comes with it.
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I grew up in Southern California, but after more than a decade in Washington, it truly feels like home. These days, you'll find me based in Bellevue, photographing families all over the greater Seattle area. I love meeting families in places that are meaningful to them, whether that's a quiet neighborhood park, a favorite Seattle spot, or the comfort of home where everyone can simply be themselves.
My husband and our two girls. Becoming a mother has completely changed the way I see the world. It's taught me to find so much joy in the ordinary and to appreciate just how quickly these seasons of life come and go. That's why this work means so much to me. I want to create photographs that let you step back into this season years from now, not just to remember what everyone looked like, but to remember what it felt like.
At the risk of sounding too simple…just you! The real, wonderful version of your family. The way you make each other laugh, the sideways glances when your kids do something completely unhinged, real love and genuine play. Those are the moments that tell your story, and they're the ones I'll always chase.
A session tailored to your family. Casual, warm, maybe your favorite song playing in the background. No matching outfits required, no stiff poses. We'll walk, play, snuggle, and laugh. I'll catch all of it.
My approach is natural, warm, and relaxed. I'll guide your family through gentle prompts and real interactions rather than stiff poses. Mostly we'll just hang out together, and I'll catch what happens.
I'm drawn to images that feel lived-in and honest, not overly posed or perfectly polished. If you're looking for photographs that reflect real connection and the beauty of your family as you are, you'll feel right at home here.
I'm a mom who gets it. I know what it takes to get everyone out the door, and I know the magic that happens when you stop trying to make everything perfect and just let your family be themselves.
I'd love to hear about your family and what you're looking for. Let's talk about making it happen.
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