NOT JUST ANOTHER PRETTY BLOG
 
PRESERVING HISTORY
 
Japanese immigrants flocked to Puget Sound during the late 1800's and early 1900's. They arrived with the dreams and aspirations common to all. 
 
Unfortunately, their lives were "tragically derailed by bigotry, discrimination and political forces beyond their control." (Auburn Pioneer Cemetery) Many never returned to the area after their release from the internment camps of World War Two. Their legacy remains, however, in Auburn Pioneer Cemetery, where more than one hundred tombstones are inscribed with Kanji markings. 
 
These markings were inscribed by hand with a chisel, and they are slowly being worn away by the rainy Washington weather, as well as by vandals. Amerie and Kristy Lommen, residents of Auburn, have undertaken the project of recording and researching information on these markers.
 
Their efforts have been very successful. Their geneological research has turned mute stone into living stories of the families and the individuals who once populated this part of Puget Sound.
 
They contacted me recently. Would I be willing to travel up there, they asked, and photograph the markers before they disappeared forever? Of course, I couldn't resist.
 
With Bryan's help, we devised a plan to use off-camera flash to exaggerate light and shadow, and further enhance the contrast in Photoshop. We were excited as we watched what appeared to be smooth stone divulge readable markings. 
 
We weren't just illuminating chisel marks, we were uncovering history. People. Families. Stories that deserve to be remembered. Thanks to the huge efforts of Kristy and Amerie (and a little help from us) - they will be.

REFLECTIONS
of our spirit, heart & mind

Over time we change, we grow & we better become who we, deep down, always have been. You deserve to commemorate where you are & who you are in this moment, because it is YOUR life. Let us help. Celebrate the journey with a Reflections session.


PHOTO SPA

 

Sometimes you just need a quick emotional pick-me-up. Our Photo Spa sessions offer a chance to recenter, recharge, and leave feeling beautiful!

 

Includes light refreshments, wholly listening time, photo session and one web image. Your choice of 90 minute or 45 minute session.


INSCRIBED INTO TIME

 

When Cherie’s father was diagnosed with inoperable cancer, the family gathered and coaxed her Dad into recounting his life. It was a gift to them and to her Dad, who knew that he mattered and would be remembered. Remember your loved one with an Inscribed into Time session. Click here for details.


BIZ PICS!

 

Can a business portrait change your life? Try us and see!

“I don't know where to start! 3 high school classmates found me on Facebook and think I look like a movie star in the business portrait you did for me!” - Karen


HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

 

You deserve something more than just a snapshot. Do something totally different with your senior portraits. Come visit with Cherie and get creative!

We have new products, new packages, new ideas! It's going to be a GREAT senior season. Would you like to be a senior Model? Contact us, and let's chat. :)