July, 24th, 2024
It was love at first sight for Taryn Delanie Smith and her husband, Alec Castillo. The former Miss New York pageant star met Castillo, a personal trainer, when she walked into his Seattle gym at age 19.
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Explore Past Wedding, Portrait, and Branding Work

When couples begin searching for their wedding photographer, it’s natural to focus first on the photographs. You want to see beautiful imagery, a consistent portfolio, and a style that feels aligned with your vision for the day. These are all incredibly important considerations, but I believe that what happens behind the photographs deserves just as much attention. […]



Many couples think the candid wedding photos they see shared online happen entirely by chance. The truth is, the most effortless-looking moments are often gently guided. As a Seattle wedding photographer specializing in guided, calm direction for effortless, editorial weddings, I find that subtle prompting often produces images that feel completely natural and full of […]

