My Blog: Tips and Guides for Clients

I’m a Bellingham photographer who takes portraits throughout Whatcom County, Washington.

These articles below are filled with information to learn about how I work, what my sessions are like as well as how-to’s and of course tips to help my most frequently asked question, “What to wear to my photo session?” If you don’t see an article that answers your question, ask me directly at hello@evelynmaephoto.com.

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A Bellingham Photographer’s Tips to Keeping your Proposal a Surprise

This is it. You found your special someone and you want to make it legal. How amazing is that?! If you are ready to pop the big question and want to make sure you keep it a surprise I have three pieces of advice for you: you'll want to make a plan, enlist help, and you’ll need to exercise your ability to be flexible. 

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Yes. You Can Combine Your Family Photos and Senior Photos Into One Session!

I was once requested to combine a session to capture the whole family together as well as photos for the youngest  to pose for his senior photos. It went great! 

The primary focus was for the senior so I began shooting senior portraits first and then used the last bit of time to group the family of four together. 

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