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.

Alabama Family at Red Horse Mountain Ranch

I had the chance to meet the Prager family’s men when they were on a guys trip to Red Horse Mountain Ranch in Harrison, Idaho. It was a blast. Not only is the location absolutely stunning, with mountains, horses, and a beautiful situation, but the guys themselves were super kind and easy to talk to. I had a blast getting some great photos of them, and I loved how interactive the horses were! Even if they literally stood in the way at times.

Epperson Family Photos

I know I talk about this a lot, but I do that because it’s true. The compliment of being able to see the same family every year is immense. The idea that you can take someone’s photo, capture them, and they come back a year later and say “hey, you did such a great job capturing the most valuable thing in life, we want you to do it again.” humbles me. This is even more true with Kevin and Alex and their beautiful family, as i’ve had the chance to be there from their engagement, to the pregnancy announcements and now to their beautiful family of five. In addition to that, getting to meet even more people in their family this time was huge, and so so great. I’m very excited to share these ones from our big family shoot out in the fields.

Bressi Family Photos in Coeur d'Alene

I only got to meet the Bressi family the day we took their family photos, but man, they are a kind group. Their baby boy just recently turned one (which is why we were taking the photos) but their older boy was nine, so he was pretty easy to photograph too. Not only that, but the weather really worked out for us and we got some great warm tones. I’ve been looking forward to sharing this one.

Nora at Coeur d'Alene Beach in the Fall

I can’t decide if this was the third or fourth time i’ve had the chance to photograph Nora, but each and every time has been a blessing. The things i’m seeing now as she has gotten older (almost 11!) is the women peeking out from inside. She has a mix of playful girl and spunky teenager in her and it’s a lot of fun to see both. Here are some photos from our recent shoot together, showing off a little of both sides.

Misty Morning Family Shoot with the Raymond-Becker Family

I worked with Shannon for months trying to get the details surrounding this shoot ironed out. Things were always changing, but in the end, on a misty (and at one point, very very rainy) morning, I was able to be there when the Raymond-Becker family was reunited again. The emotions were high, joy was clear, and it was such a fun family shoot to be a part of. I truly enjoyed meeting them, even for the small period of time I had the chance to speak with them. I’m excited to share some of my favorites from our shoot.

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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.