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 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.

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.

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.