Washington Wedding Photographers: Brennan & Brooklon's Wedding

Brennan and Brooklon had a wedding with so many incredible moments. From Brooklon’s mom starting to cry as she helped her daughter into her dress, to the couple painting each others hands (in black!), to the sunset that we didn’t think we’d have (sorry not sorry about the number of sunset photos in this blog…), this wedding was packed with so many awesome people, moments, and it’s so great to have been there for all of it. I hope you love these, and i’m so excited to share this with you!

Personal: Looyenga Family Photos

So every year I take pictures of my family. Not just the four of us (five, if you count our dog) but my parents, brothers and sisters and all the people that come with them. It is normally one of the hardest shoots i’ll do every year, because no one has a hard time complaining to their brother. This year, luckily it all went very smoothly (minus a brief moment my own children decided it was a good time to have a breakdown). I hope you love the photos!

Photographers in CDA: The Hartzog Family photos in Dover Bay

It was more than eight years ago that I first met the Hartzog family as I was getting ready to shoot Waylon and Arionne’s wedding. Since then i’ve had the privilege of being there for many other family photos, and it’s such a privilege they think of me every time they come in town. This family is a fun one, quick to laugh, easy to joke with, and just great to talk to. So this particular photo shoot, at the top of a mountain looking over the river and mountains near Sandpoint was a lot of fun for me. Beautiful spot, great people - all I could hope for.

Photographers in Spokane: Ted & Sara's Beautiful Davenport Wedding

From the beginning, Ted and Sara are two people I have genuinely enjoyed getting to know. From our snow covered hike for their engagement photos, to one of the most unique moments i’ve ever experienced at a wedding, Ted and Sara have been a joy. Something i’m sure is no new news to you. But for me, as I have gotten to know them, their family and friends, see their passions and likes, it has truly been something I have enjoyed. I will always think fondly on the sunset session we did, where the Lilac Parade was about to start downtown Spokane and we were walking down the middle of the road - An empty road surrounded by people cheering our Air Force pilot. So many good moments, laughs, smiles and people, and i’m so excited that I get to share a glimpse of those moments with. you.

Family Photos on Coeur d'Alene Lake: The McGlothlan Family

About 16 years ago I was trying to figure out how to pay for college. It was confusing, and I didn’t have a lot of help except for the financial aid person at the school I was trying to go to (Multnomah University). Now, if you know me, you know i’m not a particularly shy person so when I had a question I would call Mary up. This was so frequent she eventually had my number memorized, and would answer the phone with “hello Brent…” - good times.

Beautiful Backyard Wedding in Coeur d'Alene: Dylan & Sydney

I met Dylan and Sydney the day of their wedding. A day that was supposed to be sunny, turned into a very cloudy, very wet day. The amazing thing about these two though is that they never got down about the rain (which was coming down very hard) or even seemed to let it phase them. They had fun, talked with their friends and family, and once the rain let up, we went out again and started their ceremony. It was beautiful, simple, and a lot of fun. I’m excited to share these with you guys, and so thankful that I was able to be a part of it all.

WeddingsBrent LooyengaMay 25, 2023wedding, Dylan & Sydney, Backyard Wedding, Looyenga Photography

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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.