Spokane Senior Photographers: Kayla Gerdes

Kayla is someone i’ve known for over ten years now, and the reason is simple, she’s my niece. She was one of the flower girls in my wedding, as crazy as that sounds to me now, as I look and see this beautiful and strong young woman. I loved taking her senior photos, taking the time to talk to her more, and see just how much she has grown up. It always blows my mind, and really, that’s one of the coolest things about senior photos, this is such a great time in a persons life. I’m pumped for Kayla, and it’s incredible how far she has come.

Spokane Family Photographer: The Adrian's

Corey and Katie are two people i’ve known for a long time. They are kind, quick to smile, super easy to get along with, and I find myself smiling every time I see them. I’ve known them before they had a family of their own, and after, but one thing is clear - these two are such great parents. They clearly love their kids, and capturing that energy and love was something I so very much enjoyed. I can’t wait to watch this family grow old together, go through triumphs and trails, be happy and sad, and watch these two young amazing parents work through it all together. Until then, here are some photos of them at this stage in life, and what an amazing stage it is.

Spokane Wedding Photographers: Nick & Kayla's Barn on Wild Rose Prairie Wedding

Getting married in 2020 isn’t nearly as simple as it was in years past. There have been many added layers, complications, and things that brides need to think about. Kayla is no different. When the state of Washington changed the rules and made it so receptions could no longer take place, Kayla moved her reception to her sisters back yard. They cut the guest count for their ceremony by 75% (If I remember correctly) and everything had to change. One thing that didn't? Nick and Kayla. You see, something that’s so obvious for this year is that no matter what happens in the world, love still happens. People still move forward, still love each other. Nick and Kayla had an incredible wedding, filled with incredible people, beautiful moments, lots of laughter, and an unforgettable sunset (oh that sunset!). I hope you love these wedding photos and can share in the joy that this day brought to me, and all those who had the chance to be there.

Personal Photos: Adventure to the Top of a Mountain

This mountain peak is a place i’ve had the chance to visit several times this year. It’s not an easy hike, it’s not even really a hard hike, most people may categorize it as an extremely hard hike. With over 3600 feet in elevation climb, it’s one of the biggest ones i’ve seen, and depending on who you are it could take as little as three hours to climb to the top, or as many as five.

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Lake City Senior Photos: Marcus

I had a blast walking around Coeur d’Alene with Marcus, learning about things he loves (hanging with friends, playing baseball) and just getting some great photos of him. Doing senior photos is always fun for me, as I I get to work with a single person (instead of couples) and explore different ideas with lighting and posing. I hope you guys love these senior photos.

Spokane Wedding Photographers: Nathan & Juliana

Nathan and Juliana’s wedding was something special. Seriously - I go to a lot of weddings, but there was something incredible about their wedding. I think it was a culmination of things, booking them only a week before their wedding date is part of it (their photographer canceled on them because of COVID), as it meant I knew very little about the bride and groom going into the wedding. This meant that I was very pleasantly surprised to find both of them very kind and thoughtful, but quick to laugh, fun loving, and super easy to get along with. They are people that have magnetic personalities, and are clearly great people - inside and out.

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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.