The Billings Family

Words can’t really sum up what I want to put into this blog. If you’ve had me photograph your wedding, there is a high chance you’ve met one part of this family (aka, Brent Billings). You would know he’s easy to talk to, kind, thoughtful, and considerate. You would know he’s smart, and has your best interest at heart. What you wouldn’t know immediately is that he has an incredible wife, and two beautiful and energetic boys. Not to mention a puppy (Maple) that has maybe more energy than she knows what to do with. The thing is, photos can capture only a small portion of who this family is and what they represent to me. But being able to share them here is such a privilege. I hope you love them!

The German-Murrey Family

I’m not actually not sure how long it has been since I met Julie and Doug for the first time. But I do remember the shoot, in Manito park as they announced their pregnancy for their first child, Rosalie. I remember the fall colors, their dogs (their only “children” at the time, and how kind and easy to get along with they were. Over the years I've had a huge privilege of watching their family grow, in good and bad times, and being able to capture the smiles and memories that come along with it. So adding another year to that history isn’t just a small thing, it becomes bigger and bigger each year they ask me. And I love the fact I get to share these photos here first. I hope you love them!

The Phillips Family

I still remember the day I met Jake and Allie. We were at a wedding, and they were the best man and maid of honor. They were kind, so, so helpful, and were part of an amazing group of friends. I remember even getting a chance to talk theology with them at the wedding (something I love to talk about). It was years later I had the chance to take photos of them and their growing family, and I believe this may be the third time now! It’s such a huge compliment, and I absolutely love seeing them every time they have me come out to take their photos. Those boys are growing, and growing fast! Here are some of my favorites from the shoot.

Wagstaff Family Photos Downtown Spokane

It was several years ago now that I had the chance to meet the Wagstaff family. At that wedding, they were kind, beautiful and such a beautiful family. Several years later I had the chance to do their family photos, and every year since then. What has struck me over the years is just how kind, thoughtful and amazing this family really is. Not just in their interactions with me, but in how their kids interact with me, with each other, and their parents. There is a true joy here, and I love being able to capture it. Here are some of my favorites from this years family photos with the Wagstaffs.

Gabe and Mary's Family Photos!

It’s crazy to me to think that Gabe and Mary’s wedding was a couple of YEARS ago, which just blows my mind. Their wedding was amazing for so many reasons, but to be contacted later and asked to photograph their growing family was such a huge compliment. Being able to be there for the engagement, wedding, and then watch a family grow? Man. It was so great to see them and their absolutely beautiful daughter. But now I have the chance to share these family photos! I hope you all love them as much as I loved taking them.

The Durocher Family's Photos in Spokane Valley

Last year I had the chance to meet Jacob and Fong at Jacob’s sisters wedding (Shout out to Hunter and Becca!) and I really enjoyed speaking with them. Well, really, I enjoyed speaking with the whole family. They were kind and easy to talk to. So when Jacob reached out to me this year and asked if I could do some family photos for him and his beautiful family of three, I was excited. Not only are they gorgeous people, but they are so easy to get along with too. This particular shoot was a lot of fun, and i’m excited to share.

The Blog

Brent Looyenga is a Spokane wedding photographer based IN SPOKANE WASHINGTON and Coeur d’Alene Idaho area. He loves people and specializes in wedding, engagement, family and senior photography. You can like Looyenga Photography on Facebook or follow them on Instagram.