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SHARING A HEARTFELT MOMENT: A STUDIO SESSION WITH THE SAUL FAMILY Hey there, lovely mamas! I’m excited to spill the beans on a special moment that unfolded right here in our cozy studio with the amazing Saul family! Life threw a little curveball in December, and we had to reschedule our first session due to […]

Family

March 9, 2024

Saul Family Studio Session

Christmas PJ’s in the houuuuse! Our Christmas PJ session was an absolute blast! Their festive spirit was contagious. The laughter echoed through the studio as we played games, shared stories, and captured moments of pure joy. And can we talk about those adorable matching PJs? It was like a scene straight out of The Polar […]

March 9, 2024

March 9, 2024

Christmas Pajama Family Studio Session in Seattle

Beat the rain with a studio session This beautiful, light, and airy lifestyle studio in Pioneer Square was really the finishing touch for this gorgeous maternity session. After sending some Facebook messages and emails back and forth about wardrobe and styling, Kat selected two gowns and two outfits for her husband and toddler. I think […]

Maternity

March 9, 2024

Kunsberg Family Session in Seattle

As a motherhood photographer, I help capture the joy and love you share with your babies. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to try a session with me without busting the bank!

March 8, 2024

March 8, 2024

Book a Mother’s Day Mini Session

Family in a studio photoshoot in Seattle

Hey Mama, In the digital age, it’s easy to rely on smartphones and computers to store our family photos. But there’s something truly special about holding tangible memories in your hands—memories that are timeless in style, stay as beautiful as the day you got it, and allow you to relive important moments over and over […]

Tips

March 5, 2024

The Magic of Luxury Albums for Parents

What makes heirloom photography different? In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of capturing and preserving our family memories. Yet, as time passes, these moments become the foundation of our family’s story, weaving together the threads of our lives into a beautiful tapestry of love and connection. Heirloom […]

March 5, 2024

March 5, 2024

Understanding Heirloom Family Portraits

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Mercae is a family and maternity photographer in Seattle, WA.

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