The first time Markus saw Michelle, she was seven lanes down at the bowling ally and he said "woah." This wasn't the first time he would meet her, it wasn't the last, but one thing that did happen? Absolutely nothing.

In the end, Michelle was - and still is - a killer bowler (as is Markus) and she even owns several 300 point games. But in this case, they became friends, but not super close friends. Fast forward a couple of years and a bunch of life changes, Markus would be walking out of Fred Meyer in CDA (which was weird for him because he lived in Spokane) and just so happen to walk by Michelle. They would talk and after standing there for about 30 minutes catching up, decide to go and get some food together.

Rene and Nick's Wedding at Cider Mountain Wedding Venue

Rene and Nick are two amazing people, and it isn’t just because they are kind, and so easy to talk to. They are a couple who was so energetic, so willing to smile, and so willing to be a part and show emotion. I loved getting to know their families, and watch them celebrate one of the best days. They are beautiful and amazing people, and I'm so excited I get to share these photos with you from their beautiful wedding at Cider Mountain in North Idaho.

Sunrise Family Photos with the Srikureja's

I’m not a morning person, but that does’t mean mornings aren’t magical. And that was reinforced to me when I woke up at 3:30am to drive out and meet the Srikureja family for some absolutely amazing family photos near their home in Spokane. The whole family was so kind, and it was awesome to be able to get to know more of them the day before I saw them all at a wedding the next day. We had a blast, and I'm so happy with how it all turned out.

Dana and Troy's June Wedding

Dana and Troy had such a great wedding. Taking place at the beautiful Kalispel Country Club, and with so many great people and friends. They were unique in that they didn’t have a bridal party, but that doesn’t mean they didn’t have friends there. In fact, there were so many friends, and it made the whole wedding absolutely a blast. I loved getting to know all of them, and I'm so excited to share this wedding with you all.

Collins Family Photos in CDA

The first time I met the Collins family was when I met them for their shoot. Visiting from out of town (on one of the busiest weekends this whole summer) they were immediately kind, easy to talk to, and had lots of personality (Looking at you Roy!) I had a blast with them, and I'm so excited to share some highlights form their family shoot.

Shelley and Jake's Downtown CDA Engagement

The first time Jake saw Shelley, she caught his eye. He thought "no chance she's alone." of course, no one was with her at the time, but surely a guy would walk up at any moment. So he kept one eye on her as he browsed the farmers market downtown Coeur d'Alene. She would later make her way over to the Bouey to get a drink, and again, she was alone. Jake had a choice to make - man up and go talk to her - or leave. He decided to step out and try to talk to her, walking up and asking her if he could buy her glass of wine.

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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.