Erik and Kristin | Seattle, Washington
Erik and Kristin dance to the beat of their own drum. Or, in this case, swing music. Their enthusiasm is infectious and the love they have for one another is deep.
Erik and Kristin came together through dancing. Swing dancing. Both Kristin and Erik brought authentic swing dancing clothes for the shoot. When I first met them in Georgetown, Erik opened up the back of his car and showed me, literally, an entire wardrobe of swing era clothing for both Kristin and himself. It was really fun picking out several outfits for different parts of the shoot. This kind of planning is what makes a good photography session FANTASTIC. And with that I present to you their wonderful photography session in Georgetown (an industrial and artsy neighborhood in south Seattle.)
Prospect Park Engagement Photography | Adam + Annie | Film
Adam and Annie are two of the kindest, smartest, and wonderful people one can ever hope to meet. Put them together and you have an unforgettable couple whose love for each other is abundantly apparent in every interaction they have.
Adam and Annie were a joy to shoot because their chemistry is so apparent and easy. As such, I used only film on this engagement shoot. No digital shots. No second takes were necessary.
New York’s Prospect Park has beautiful light and we were lucky to shoot on one of the last warm days of fall.
Adam and Annie, it was an honor to spend the afternoon with you at Prospect Park in Brooklyn. What great sports! Even the chill in the air on this brisk Halloween weekend did not dampen your cheerful and playful spirits. Bare feet in late Fall? Absolutely!
Thank you. I cannot wait to see you at your wedding in August.
New York City Wedding Photography | Brooklyn Family Portrait
Robin and I are home again in Seattle, but we have fond memories of visiting our friends on the East Coast a few weeks ago. The weather was perfect and crisp. The leaves were changing. NYC is great in the Fall. And, although I shot a wedding an engagement shoot (coming soon), we made our best efforts to enjoy ourselves outside of working. We hit the streets of Brooklyn on Halloween and wandered around until we found a sweet place serving food and apple cider. On our way there, we saw tons of kids dressed up for Halloween. This mom and son, however, were my favorite. Who doesn’t love a mama owl and a baby owl celebrating Halloween together?
If you recognize them, please let me know. I’d love to give them a copy of this photo, which was taken in film on my Contax 645.
Hayden Lake Wedding Photography | Ashley + Blake | Part 1
When you think about a lakeside wedding, you might not immediately imagine elegance. The wedding of Ashley and Blake, however, combined the simplicity of the lakeside with opulence and elegance. Hayden Lake Country Club was a perfect spot for this wonderful pair to share their special day with family and friends. Every detail was perfectly planned and beautifully placed. It was my honor to shoot your wedding. I wish you the best and hope you enjoy the photos. Part 2 will follow soon.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin, Mastin Studio
Washington Park Arboretum Engagement Session | Adrienne + Mark | Sneak Peek
This weekend, I had the privilege of shooting engagement pictures for Adrienne and Mark. This was a particularly great evening because Adrienne and Mark were the winners of our Valentine’s Day Engagement session giveaway. They were only in Seattle a brief time and spent their last evening with me. What an honor! Everything was just right for their engagement session as well. The light was gorgeous at Washington Park Arboretum. The rowboat was intimate and fun. The lilly pads were in bloom. And, best of all, the lake water was the perfect temperature to dip our feet in for some relief after a wam day.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kirk Mastin
Portland Portrait Photography | Bix + Brooksie
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
Mastin Studio Featured on Sienna Wedding
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
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
Spring Fever| Engagement Coming Soon
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….
Jacqui + Scott | Tacoma, WA
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 shooting their Tacoma Museum of Glass engagement photography, 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 Engagement Photography
Tacoma Museum of Glass
1801 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 396-1768