Welcome, I’m Bernadette
Your adventure sidekick
Based in Snohomish, WA
traveling all over Washington, Arizona, Hawaii + Destination
Get to know me
I am an introvert and empath and love meeting new people, especially my couples and their families. I believe in Love and am a follower of Christ.
I grew up in Washington, exploring all of its beauty. I have always been a creative person, taking photos since I was a kid (back when it was film) it doesn’t seem that long ago! I started photographing couples while in high school. I was obsessed with buying wedding and garden magazines to look at all the gorgeous photos. I officially started taking family and couples portraits in 2016 on the side of my career as a commercial electrician.
From surprise proposals to mountain top elopements and backyard weddings. Capturing all your emotions and connections is my favorite. I am here to help you feel comfortable and have fun.
I’m married to an amazing man, who is a veteran; we live in adorable Snohomish, WA. We have 3 dogs (the three muttketeers) I love being outdoors enjoying nature, traveling, biking, hiking, skiing, gardening, snorkeling and cruising on the boat or motorcycle. Snohomish food bank volunteer, animal lover and advocate. A sarcastic dork and always ready for adventure.
Why Arizona?
My husband grew up in Phoenix and my parents live in San Tan Valley. We Love to visit and explore different areas, especially when it’s rainy season in Washington. The pine trees up north and gorgeous red rock in Sedona, plus the desert and cactus. Our goal is to be snowbirds.
Hawaii too?!
Hawaii has a special place in my heart, I’ve always been drawn to it. The culture the ocean and of course the tropical weather. It’s one of my favorite places to be! There are many islands to choose from, I have visited Maui and the Big Island the most. If you want a planner/tour guide and photographer all in one, I’m your gal.
Education-
New York Institute of Photography
I put a lot of work into keeping up with the best practices and creative ideas to best capture your day.
I have two cameras, a few favorite lenses and am an adrenaline junkie. Absolutely love planning trips and helping with weddings and elopements.
What is my style?
My style is more documentary with some fun posing prompts.
Why this style? I have found it to be the best and most fun way to capture you and your love, plus your guests’ awesome personalities.
AIARE 1 certified for those backcountry adventures!
I love to travel!!
Here are some of my favorite places.
Hawaii, the warm weather the sound of the waves and the birds. Not to mention snorkeling with turtles and manta rays! The Hawaiian history and culture are amazing. I would move there, but I know I’d miss the mountains and my husband isn’t ready to leave the gorgeous summers we have.
Switzerland, the amazing Swiss Alps are gorgeous, skiing felt like a movie. You can ski to Italy from Zermatt, we did it! The history is so cool, not to mention my family is from there, just a little bias.
Montana wilderness, Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, Whitefish (my favorite place to ski) So much nature and things to do, breathtaking.
Arizona, We road tripped up North, it is pine trees and gets snow in winter, stunning. Then the South, warm with cactus, feels like a completely different state. I recommend road trips all over the state.
Utah, we road tripped to Mountain Bike and camp in Red Canyon and see Bryce and Zion national parks, gorgeous color and nice people. Moab and skiing are on the list for the next trip.
Nashville and New Orleans, Amazing history, the food was so good. Even though they are the city it very fun!