Personal - Hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail and Rainier

it doesn’t take too long when looking at my personal blogs to realize that I love being outdoors and hiking. Every summer I try and find a time where I can get out and get some nature time. I love doing it with my family a lot, but I also really enjoy doing it with friends. In this case, I had the chance to go hiking with my friend Zach Nichols, who is also a very talented photographer. Any of the photos of me, for example, were taken by him. This particular trip didn’t go quite the way we planned, with a couple of changes as we drove to the trail head, but man, what a beautiful trip. The Pacific Crest Trail is one of the worlds best, going from Mexico all the way up to the Canadian border, and while we only spent a single day on the trail, we ran into some people that had spent over 150 days hiking the trail. Very cool.

Marc & Amber's Engagement in Manito Park

They met 22 years ago at a conference. It was 1999, and they came together as a group of professionals, and Marc and Amber hit it off. They talked a lot over the course of the four day conference, but in the end, they would go home back to their lives. No numbers were exchanged, and because it was 1999, that also meant that's about where the potential to build on a friendship ended. They would end up seeing each other one more time a year later, and be reminded at just how well they fit - how well they got along - but again, that would end.

Daniel and Ashley's Beacon Hill Wedding

To say I am excited to be able to share these photos with you would be an understatement. You see, Daniel isn’t just someone I had the privilege of photographing his wedding, he’s a friend of mine. He’s someone I have absolutely loved getting to know, loved working with, and loved talking to for over a decade now. He’s kind and thoughtful, and such a great man. So when I had the chance to meet Ashley I couldn’t help but wonder what she would be like. Man, they are such a great fit. She’s always ready to have fun, quick to laugh, and compliments Daniel so well. This wedding was an absolute blast for me to photograph, and it was so great seeing some old friends, and making some new ones. I hope you love these photos as much as I do!

Edmiston Family in CDA

Loved getting to know the Edmiston family late last month in their family photos! So great to meet some people from out of town, and get some great family photos of them. These are some of my favorites.

Matt and Alexis' Bozarth Mansion and St. Al's Wedding

Matt and Alexis are two awesome people. This is confirmed to me every time I spend time with them. It started when we met for coffee, but it continued when we did their engagement photos, and then was reaffirmed at their wedding. They are just great people, who are quick to laugh, ready to listen, and just fun to be around. I had an absolute blast with these two, from the early morning to their beautiful ceremony in St. Al’s cathedral. I hope you love these wedding photos as much as I enjoyed taking them.

Reilley-Swanholt Family Photos in Coeur d'Alene

The first chance I had to meet the Reilley family was when we met on the beach in Coeur d’Alene. From the first moment they were a joy to speak to and so easy to photograph. They were quick to laugh, and a group that was just fun to get to know. I’m excited that we also had quite possibly one of the best days to do the family shoot, and i’m excited I get to be the one to share some of these with you!

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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.