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Tractors, Tulips, & lots of Splashing with this Cute Couple!

Sunday, May 23, 2010

I was lucky enough to spend half the day shooting an Engagement Session with a darling couple up in the Stanwood area. Wow, talk about fun….I sure had a great time helping with scouting out the spots on where all of this was going to place. Derek and Kelli are so easy going, and so much fun to be around, that I honestly didn’t want the day to end. They love the outdoors, so we couldn’t have started out with a better spot then tip-toeing through the tulips at the Tulip Festival at Tulip Town. After a morning full of tractors, tulips, and ice-cream we headed to Camano Island. Another perfect spot for a gorgeous day. These two would do anything for me… including getting in the freezing cold water so I could get the perfect shot! 🙂 You guys ROCK! 🙂

Derek and Kelli met through E-Harmony and became instant friends. Kelli is a manager for Aeropostale, and Derek is a middle school science teacher, and also coaches track. They love college basketball, hiking, golf, long drives, the beach, surprises, spending time with family, and friends, and eating out at Old Spaghetti Factory, and Brooklyn Brother’s Pizza when Derek isn’t cooking in the kitchen. They enjoy finding new adventures, finding things to smile about, and it sure shows when you spend time with this adorable couple!!!

Here are some of my favs:

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Getting to know you guys has been so much fun! I can’t wait for your BIG DAY in July you two! I am honestly counting down the days. 🙂

Love, Rachelle 🙂


Couples,Engagement

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Lovebirds, Fishbowls, and the Pouring Rain…

Sunday, May 23, 2010

CONGRATS to Sarah and Cameron! Finally the big day arrived after shooting their Engagement Session last Summer. The WEDDING DAY was a jammed packed day. 11 hours of non-stop shooting to capture all of the fun moments. Even with the pouring down rain these 2 lovebirds didn’t even notice. The ceremony was beautiful, and the lively reception was held at The Hotel Monaco, one of my favorite hotels! I am all about modern, and fun, so if your looking for this, this is the spot. And, I can’t forget to mention the fishbowls they provide in each of the guests room, along with it being a dog-friendly hotel. Gotta love those! 🙂

Sarah’s bouquets was one of my favorites, it was really elegant, and was designed by Denney Designs including all of the other arrangements. Also, her wedding coordinator, Tiffany Kirkpatrick was great to work with. You can find out more information on her services at http://docbytiffany.wordpress.com/

Here are some of my favs of the big day:

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Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

Rachelle Erickson Design & Photography, Wedding Photographer, Seattle Wedding Photographer, Portraits, Seattle top hotels, Hotel Monaco, Seattle Hotel Monaco

I wish you both many years of happiness! Congrats to the NEWLYWEDS!

Love, Rachelle 🙂

Couples,Portraits,Weddings

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It’s all about having FUN…it’s SPRING!

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

This gal seriously has it going on….BIG TIME! Karly is just so darling, has the biggest heart, the most fun personality, this girl will do anything for anyone, and just makes you SMILE, and LAUGH the whole time your around her! I had such a FUN afternoon with this gal…not only did I have a blast shooting Karly, the location itself could not have been more PERFECT. As most of you know I am a “PINK” nut….so to be able to shoot Karly next to this “PINK” Mustang, and the most amazing Cherry Blossom trees….well lets just say I was loving every minute of it. 🙂

Karly is an ambitious business woman, and works as an assistant vice president in downtown Seattle. She goes to Champion Centre in Bellevue, has a super amazing family. She loves her awesome friends, and the sweetest pup in the world named Mocha!

Here are some of my favs:

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Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Mustang

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Mustang

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Mustang

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Mustang

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Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Cherry Blossoms, Cherry Blossom Trees

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Cherry Blossoms, Cherry Blossom Trees

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Cherry Blossoms, Cherry Blossom Trees

Rachelle Erickson Photographer, Seattle Photographer, Eastside Photographer, Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Spring, Cherry Blossoms, Cherry Blossom Trees

Thanks so much Karly for such a fun afternoon! I just adore you girl, and I love spending time with you and your Mom! You both have inspired me, and blessed me more then you know. Thank You!

Big hugs,
Rachelle

Portraits

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May 6, 2010 - 9:24 pm

Phoebe - The cherry blossom trees, the blossoms on the floor, and the pink mustang make for such a fun backdrop. It looks like a fun session, very cute!

SENIOR SESSION – “RACHEL”

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

I have some very fun photos to share of a darling “SENIOR”! Rachel, is just simply adorable, and was so much fun to work with! I am telling you this girl, would do anything….she jumped up to the clouds, had us all laughing, and even got in the water and froze! (and we even survived the windy day, which actually made it more fun, but more challenging for me)

Rachel, is on the varsity basketball team, and plays golf at Bothell High School. You can tell how athletic this girl is…look at her FLY! Your a superstar my dear!

Rachelle Erickson, Photographer, Senior Photos, Kirkland

And you can view the fun SLIDESHOW HERE:

Click to play this Smilebox slideshow: SENIOR PHOTOS! SNEAK PEEK!

Thank you so much Rachel! I had a blast with you! Best of luck to you in the Fall at Bellevue College!
-Rachelle

Senior

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HAPPY HOUR BY MARISA! Design / Branding / Business Cards & Photos!

Thursday, April 8, 2010

I am very excited, and proud to see one of my great friends Marisa take it up a notch…she recently launched “HAPPY HOUR BY MARISA“. She offers one-on-one, partner and small group sessions. You can gather up your friends, and she can customize a work-out for your gang. How about a girls night out? You can get your groove on with Marisa for your Birthday, or a Bachlorette party. A very fun gift to give yourself, and those you care about!

Marisa is an Ambassador for lululemon athletica bellevue, and also teaches her training sessions and classes in Kirkland at Element 5. I am telling you after one class you will LOVE Marisa, and you will honestly be hooked! Marisa has a heart of gold, and is the best motivator, and fitness instructor around!

How about something you can do at home? Marisa offers a home challenge every month! This month its running or walking a mile “EVERY” day. Join in, it’s a lot of fun, it’s never to late. You can find out more info about the challenges and become a FAN on her Facebook page at: Happy Hour by Marisa

Here is the identity/branding I designed for her:

RachelleErickson,Designer,Photographer,Seattle,BrandingAnd, the business cards I designed, along with some of the photography I did for promo pieces I am working on.

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And here she is…. 🙂

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Some of Marisa’s HAPPY HOUR team members :

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And, one of my favs…the girl that always makes me laugh…

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Come try one of her Happy Hour classes out! You will LOVE it! I promise!

Very proud of you Marisa! You have been such an inspiration to me, and I appreciate everything you have done for me over the 21+years. I just adore you girl!

XO, Rachelle 🙂

Graphics / Design,Portraits

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