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Lincoln Park Pregnancy Photos | Robin

Kirk Mastin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 19:08:10 +0000

With the beautiful Summer weather here in Seattle, I look forward to spending time outside with my beautiful wife Robin. On friday, after working hard that day, I came home and said ‘we should do something outside, want to go for a walk?’ The funny thing was, Robin was thinking the same thing. And we had both thought of the same place: Lincoln Park in West Seattle. That’s what happens when you are married, you start to develop ESP. You each know what the other is thinking. It’s pretty cool

We are in the second trimester of pregnancy now, and I think Robin glows. Our walk through Lincoln Park on a warm summer night really makes me appreciate the great things in my life. I am truly lucky.

The moon was out, the beach was fairly empty and a few paddle-boarders skimmed across the glassy ocean. It was wonderful.

As the sun set, I asked Robin to stand on a weathered driftwood stump. She climbed up, turned, and I took this picture. It makes me think of the painting ‘The Birth of Venus’ showing Aphrodite emerging from the ocean in a shell.

What do you think?

If you’d like a fun and creative pregnancy session contact me at: studio(at)mastinstudio.com

I’d love to make something special just for you.

Kirk

To our bun in the oven: Happy four month birthday!

Kirk Mastin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 04:51:38 +0000

I hope you enjoy this brief glimpse into the our life lately. If you don’t already know, Robin and I are expecting a baby in December. Our first baby!

We are very excited to bring the little one into the world.

Kirk

Laila + Tim Part II: the Film Series | Portland Portrait Photography

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 04:56:49 +0000

A little while back, I posted photos from an excellent portrait session with Laila and Tim. Being a Seattle wedding photographer, it was nice to travel to Portland to do some portrait work with two really excellent people. This time around, I am posting the ‘film’ photos from the session. All taken with my favorite film camera, the Contax 645.

Enjoy!

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin, www.mastinstudio.com

Portland Portrait Photography | Bix + Brooksie

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:03:10 +0000

Sometimes, you meet people who really make you think. They are people you will never forget. That’s the case with Bix and Brooksie. They are a great couple who are truly committed. They’re not only committed to one another, but to living in a different era. The photos tell the tale. Bix and Brooksie dress in 1930s attire everyday. They also do their best to use appliances and decor from the same time period. Bix even has a sweet 1930s motorcycle. When I arrived at their home, they were listening to music from the 1930s, which was playing on old record player. It was fantastic. It was a blast to work with them and I learned a lot about depression era culture at the same time. I hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I enjoyed this unique photo shoot.

All of these photos, except for the last two, were shot on film with my favorite camera: the Contax 645 medium format camera.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin, Mastin Studio

Laila + Tim | Portland Portrait Photography

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:26:31 +0000

I’d like to introduce you to Laila and Tim. I had the pleasure of photographing these dapper folks this past weekend in Portland, Oregon. Both Laila and Tim live in Portland where they work in the coffee industry and fearlessly brave the mean streets of the town on their bikes. As you can see in this set of photos, they also make time for a little bit of book shopping and park strolling on the side.

Robin and I met up with Laila and Tim at Powell’s Bookstore on Burnside where we wandered through the labyrinth of books together. It was the perfect beginning to a great day. While it drizzled lightly outisde, we took shelter in this amazing monument to all things bookish. It was a lot of fun and we think the photos really capture the easy mood of our afternoon in the stacks.

After our time at Powell’s, we headed to the nearby Washington Park to visit Hoyt Arboretum. The rain subsided and there were really great moments of sunshine and dramatic skies. The cherry trees were already in bloom and everything was lush and green. It was really beautiful and, of course, Laila and Tim looked fantastic and even braved some muddy slopes in their fancy duds.

Powell’s Bookstore

1005 W Burnside
Portland, OR 97209

Hoyt Arboretum

4000 Southwest Fairview Boulevard

Portland, OR 97221-2706

Mastin Studio Featured on Sienna Wedding

Kirk Mastin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:30:10 +0000

Have you discovered Sienna Wedding yet? It’s a hip wedding blog. We think you’ll like it a lot and we’re honored to be a part of it. Sonia and Ian were such wonderful models. It’s great to see their photos again. Thanks!

Mastin Studio Featured on Polka Dot Bride

Kirk Mastin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:42:14 +0000

Thanks to Polka Dot Bride for featuring one of our favorite engagement sessions. I photographed Tiffany and Paul at Snoqualmie Falls last year on a gorgeous day. If you’re not familiar with the location, it’s where the famous Twin Peaks t.v. series was filmed. It’s a fabulously picturesque spot. Check it out.

Seattle Engagement Photo shot at Snoqualmie Falls, Wa

Mastin Studio featured on Grey Likes Weddings

Kirk Mastin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:45:52 +0000

We are so delighted and flattered to be included in one of our favorite wedding blogs.

If you haven’t seen Grey Likes Weddings, then you are missing out. It’s a beautiful wedding blog.

Spring Fever| Engagement Coming Soon

Kirk Mastin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:49:04 +0000

I hope you enjoyed your weekend. We certainly did. Part of what made it so great was the incredible weather. I know the rest of the country is under massive amounts of snow, but, here in Seattle, it really seems like Spring. Sunday was the absolute perfect day for an engagement shoot with lots of sun and dramatic skies. Here is a picture of Robin at Pike Place Market just after the photo shoot. She couldn’t resist picking up some flowers from one of the vendors.

The photos from that session will be coming very soon….

Valentine’s Giveaway Winner | Congratulations Adrienne!

Kirk Mastin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 04:10:38 +0000

I was touched to read so many great stories and ideas from our Valentine’s Day giveaway contest. Thank you all for participating and I wish I could take photos for each one of you. I really do.

This year’s winner is Adrienne who sent in this letter:

“My fiancé and I are getting married in spring 2011. We both love the outdoors and some of our most romantic getaways have been backpacking trips. We love the feeling of standing on top of a mountain, alone, where we can see the whole world around us. It makes you feel alive! I want our engagement photos to capture our love of adventuring together.

Somewhere like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/shorty_jooce/3397158836/in/set-72157616101176008/ but with me instead of beef jerkey.

Although I know it’s not feasible to take a photographer backpacking, I think a great photoshoot would be at the top of a mountain, or somewhere else relatively remote where you can see into the distance. I’m going to be spending this summer in Seattle for work, and I’ve heard there’s great backpacking in the area. I’m not familiar with Seattle yet, but there must be some nearby mountains where you can drive most of the way to the top & then take a 20-minute hike to a place with a view. My fiancé can carry all the equipment if necessary — he’s great at carrying things up mountains. “

I’m excited to make some great photos for Adrienne and her fiance who will be here this summer and who share a love of the outdoors.

And watch out. I MAY take you up on the offer of your fiance schlepping my gear up the mountains!

*Stay tuned for pictures from the shoot*

Tacoma Musuem of Glass and Union Station Engagement Session | Jacqui + Scott

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:10:52 +0000

I’d like to introduce you to Jacqui and Scott. They are a special couple. They are adoring. They are fun and free-spirited. They are also creative and adventurous. Jacqui and Scott met in art school about 6 years ago. Today, they are engaged and run a successful handmade paper goods company. And, as you can see, Jacqui and Scott are fantastic models. Not once did they seem awkward or camera shy. On the contrary, they were engaging and up for anything. They endured the pouring rain with smiles. Their feet froze while at the Tacoma Museum of Glass, but they never complained. It was a fun shoot. And, personally, I like the gray skies. Jacqui and Scott do not need a sunny day to beam. They do that naturally.

Tacoma Museum of Glass

1801 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 396-1768

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin, www.mastinstudio.com

Schweitzer Mountain Wedding Photography | An Amazing Outdoor Wedding Venue

Kirk Mastin — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 05:15:39 +0000

I love photographing weddings. And traveling to fantastic locations is just one of the many benefits of my job. There are some locations, however, that are truly near and dear to my heart. Sometimes, the settings are so spectacular that it’s even more special. One of those locations is Schweitzer Mountain. Schweitzer Mountain is located in Sandpoint, Idaho. It’s a place I know well. I’ve photographed dozens of weddings there. Each one is memorable. And it doesn’t seem to matter whether it’s bright and sunny or pouring rain. It’s always picturesque.

Here are a few of my favorite photos from Schweitzer Mountain. Enjoy.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin, Mastinstudio.com

VENUE: Schweitzer Mountain Resort, Sandpoint, Idaho, Schweitzer.com

Win an Engagement Session by Mastin Studio

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:33:24 +0000

Valentine’s Day is all about lovers. We really appreciate that here at Mastin Studio. And to celebrate love, we’d like to offer an engagement photo session to one lucky couple. After all, what could be better than a photo shoot with an award-winning photographer to memorialize your engagement?

The winning couple will receive a 2 hour engagement session at the location of their choice (within 100 miles of Seattle, WA) and 50-60 high resolution edited images on DVD. The winning couple will also be featured on the front page of the Mastin Studio blog.

To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post giving us your idea for the photo shoot. Be creative. Be inspired.

We can’t wait to hear what you have to say! The winner will be announced on February 19, 2010.

Conditions:
Session is not transferrable for cash or anything else. This giveaway does not include the couple’s travel costs to/from the location of shoot. Past/current clients of Mastin Studio do not qualify for this giveaway.

Mastin Studio featured on Polka Dot Bride

Kirk Mastin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:37:33 +0000

I was honored to have Brooke and George’s wedding featured on Polka Dot Bride. It really made my day! Who doesn’t love a wedding in plaid?

Discovery Park Portrait Session Part Deux | Megan + Scott

Kirk Mastin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:13:13 +0000

In the second part of Megan and Scott’s Discovery Park portrait session, I want to show a few of my favorite FILM photos. Yes. Film. These were shot on a Contax 645 medium format camera. I hope you like them.