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You can find full galleries for previous sessions, helpful tips for your session, as well as amazing advice for families and families to be. 

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“My photoshoot with Lilac and Ivy photography was the best experience I have had with a professional photographer to date.”

Maternity

March 20, 2025

Seattle Maternity Studio Portrait Session

The Power of Collaboration: Elevating Your Portrait Experience scroll to view the gallery Photography is about so much more than just taking pictures—it’s about crafting an experience that feels seamless, luxurious, and truly special. That’s why I believe in collaborating with other trusted professionals to bring my clients the very best. When you book a […]

March 11, 2025

March 11, 2025

Serene Seattle Motherhood Photos in Studio

Embracing Film Photography: A New Chapter in Capturing Timeless Family Memories There’s something undeniably special about film photography—the richness, the nostalgia, the way it captures light and emotion so effortlessly. While I’ve always been drawn to dreamy, heartfelt images, I recently took the leap into shooting film photography alongside my digital work. While the gallery […]

Motherhood

March 4, 2025

Ethereal Seattle Motherhood Studio Session

Seattle’s unpredictable weather can make outdoor sessions tricky, especially during the colder months. A studio photoshoot eliminates those concerns, offering a cozy and stress-free experience for families.

January 25, 2025

January 25, 2025

Seattle Family Studio Photoshoot

Welcoming a new baby into your family is one of life’s most precious moments. Capturing these early days through a newborn lifestyle photoshoot creates timeless memories you’ll cherish forever. I took some time to put together some essential tips and insights to help you prepare for a beautiful photoshoot.

August 23, 2024

August 23, 2024

Seattle Newborn Photography

Get the down low with making your photoshoot at Volunteer Park a success and check out this gallery from a motherhood petite session at the park!

Motherhood

July 20, 2024

Motherhood Photoshoot at Volunteer Park

Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing a beautiful family of three. They booked my most recent package addition, a petite session, for their maternity photoshoot in Discovery Park. Scroll to view their gallery! A petite session (lasting up to 30 minutes) is perfect for busy families or little ones with short attention spans. I […]

June 29, 2024

June 29, 2024

Maternity Photoshoot in Discovery Park

maternity photoshoot in Discovery Park

As the cherry blossoms bloom and paint the world in shades of pink, every photographer’s heart skips a beat with the promise of capturing nature’s exquisite beauty. Recently, amidst the cherry blossom season, I had the pleasure of embarking on a sun-drenched adventure with a delightful family at Seward Park. What began as a session […]

Family

April 28, 2024

Hubbard Bales Family Session

In the realm of outdoor photography, the allure of a neutral and white wardrobe cannot be understated. While vibrant hues may catch the eye, it’s the understated elegance of neutrals that truly shines in outdoor sessions, transforming ordinary landscapes into captivating backdrops for timeless portraits.

April 27, 2024

April 27, 2024

The Motherhood Study in Snoqualmie

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

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