AiP Creative Photography Spokane Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Spokane Wedding Photographer AiP, Levi & Jerrica: Engaged

2011-01-31T20:24:00.000-08:00

It may be hard to tell, but besides being totally and obviously perfect for each other, these pictures were taken when it was in the 20-30 degree range. FREEZING! I had my hoodie, heavy coat, and warm hat on, but these two weren't so fortunate. I'm glad they were so tough! You can't even tell they were ice cubes! One cool fact about this session is that I hadn't yet met them, and when I met them at our shoot, I recognized them from my church! Enough talk... on to the pics!

Lauren, Senior Model 2011

2010-04-26T22:06:00.000-07:00

Meet Lauren, from Lakeland High School. I got to walk around with her, her mom, and her sister for a few hours, shooting in some most unlikely places. She was up for anything, which makes it SO much easier! The best part was getting to know Lauren and her family. They are such nice a nice, funny family, and it was a total blessing. Special thanks to Baylee for being my Light Girl (you did an awesome job!). Some of these were shot when it was nearly pitch black out. If you bring in a senior rep card from Lauren, before 2011, you'll get $50 off a session of your choice!

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I Know It's Almost Mother's Day...

2010-04-17T09:31:00.000-07:00

but I can't resist posting these pics I took of my Dad, also a photographer. We were scouting out a wedding venue for an upcoming wedding, and took the opportunity to get some shots of each other. He always looks so great in pics, yet he hates seeing them of himself, so don't tell him I posted them here, for everyone to see :)

And just one of me...

Steve & Bergie, Engaged!

2010-03-03T15:10:00.000-08:00

Word to the wise -- it is not recommended to schedule an engagement session during a disc golf tournament! Well, even though we had a few close calls, nearly had our cars dented with discs, and had to hurry hurry hurry, we still managed to have a good time, and I had fun getting to know these guys. Steve and Bernie -- you guys are super cool for enduring the day of the disc golf! I think these shots were worth it.

Christmas Photo Cards Are Here!

2009-11-28T08:29:00.001-08:00

These are beautiful, custom created photo cards. The text & colors can be changed to fit the color scheme you like most. Here are some samples!

Cards were created using some cool Photoshop Brushes from my friends @ green-eyed butterfly, Brenda, Shady Medusa, kdotcom, hawksmont, obsidiandawn.com, & endlessdeep.

H

2009-11-01T07:39:00.000-08:00

My daughter is growing up! I loved this pic of her, and that coat...!

Jamie & Brad Wedding

2009-09-06T01:55:00.000-07:00

What a beautifully planned and designed wedding for these two! I'm sure they gave more than a mild thanks to their coordinator, also named Jamie. Everything was gorgeous about the entire day, especially the bride. Even though it was a great time, I'm not kidding when I say that I was ready to sleep for days when the night was through -- I was so busy catching shots. Now, I get to enjoy looking through the images that will keep the memories of their special day fresh in their minds forever. Here's a sneak preview. More to come. Oh, and by the way, the car is theirs, and it was painted to match the dress.

Hilary

2009-09-06T01:50:00.001-07:00

One of my favorite subjects to shoot.

Andrew, Senior 2010

2009-08-31T20:22:00.000-07:00

Andrew -- cool, collected, smart, and funny. I'm really impressed with his dedication to football, basketball, and his favorite -- discus. He went to state last year, and I'm betting he'll do it again this year. Special thanks to his girlfriend, Amanda, for all her help during the shoot. Just a small sampling of the afternoon....

David & Lash

2009-08-20T21:15:00.001-07:00

I was enjoying my session with little David, you know -- knees & elbows on the rocky ground to get the best shots of him -- when his partner in crime arrived. From then on, David & Lash were inseparable, and I LOVED it. I captured some shots of them -- splashing around in the water, swimming, and hiding in a wheat field -- that made me smile :) Maybe they'll make you smile, too! Here are a few samples from their gallery.

Adventures in Weddings: Chad & Miranda

2009-08-16T21:29:00.000-07:00

Married on August 15th, at Enchanted Events, in Sandpoint. Nervous... excited... in love. It was a totally fun wedding from start to finish, and the folks at Enchanted Events were very gracious and fun hosts. Here's a little selection from the wedding. I wish you many years of happiness, you two!

Adventures in Anniversaries

2009-08-05T05:39:00.000-07:00

Meet the Lionbergers, my friends from Spokane. Rob is a pastor in training under Ken Ortize, at Calvary Spokane in north Spokane. Both Rob & Rebecca let me be a part of their anniversary, and I was so grateful to get to capture this special day for them. Here's how our adventure played out.

Berger Engagement

2009-07-31T22:04:00.000-07:00

Having worked with Jamie, it was no surprise how fun she would be during our shoot -- it's no wonder she has so many friends! And Brad is an all around great guy. These two can look forward to years and years of love and happiness together. It was an absolute joy to hang out, and it was an honor that they chose me to be their wedding photographer. Here goes -- hope you like what we came up with!

Man's Best Friend

2009-07-30T21:03:00.000-07:00

Here's our newest member of the family on his first day with us. He was adopted from the Kootenai Humane Society. Meet Bruce.

Lovely

2009-07-25T09:00:00.000-07:00

Isn't she?

A Horse is a Horse

2009-07-21T20:51:00.000-07:00

But what is a Norwegian Fjord horse? They are horses that typically fall around the cutoff line between a pony and horse, but they are always considered a horse, regardless of height. They're very strong, and were once used by Vikings in Norway. Here's a teaser of my session with three of these beauties.

And the Horse Masters themselves....

M & B, Dynamic Duo

2009-07-19T18:10:00.000-07:00

These are two of the most amazing kids you'll ever meet! They are really, really fun, and they're also tough little guys! They were actually swarmed by mosquitoes for much of the shoot, but their mom got the worst of it (my apologies, once again). I think it was worth it for pics like these, though. Hopefully, you do, too!

Fred Winkler, Extreme Saxophonist

2009-07-17T10:06:00.000-07:00

The amazing instructor who plays multiple instruments and plays professionally for plays and orchestras around the area. On top of that, he's a great guy with a sense of humor that will keep you laughing until your sides hurt!

Just Happy to be Together

2009-07-14T23:56:00.000-07:00

I snapped this shot while preparing for an upcoming three-horse session. More to come on that....

Birthday Girl!

2009-07-11T22:08:00.000-07:00

Abbie, on her 6th birthday with her delicious treat.

Me

2009-07-07T10:15:00.000-07:00

Me and my camera. Is there anybody out there who actually LIKES pictures of themselves??

Rock n' Roll Bob

2009-07-05T10:35:00.001-07:00

Just a quick shoot of Bob Mood and his weapon of choice ;) I love those sideburns, btw! So cool.

Lord of the Flies?

2009-06-30T21:33:00.000-07:00

I thought this looked a little like the old cover from the movie they made out of the book. It's my son, crouching in a bunch of pussy willows. Hope you like :)

On Top of It All

2009-06-16T19:36:00.000-07:00

Last year, I discovered a hiking trail that leads right by some great rocks that draw climbers from all over the area. Just today, I finally had the idea to get some shots of them. You have NO idea how scary I found it to be this close to the edge of a sheer drop off! These guys are incredibly brave. Still, I'm going back for more this weekend :)

This one should have been composed so that it actually looks like he's climbing a VERTICAL wall, but it still looks cool -- mostly because of the tatoos.

My Boy!

2009-06-12T21:26:00.000-07:00

Is he great looking, or what? He's decided to grow his hair out, and what do you know, that little guy has some CURLS, just like his old man used to!

14!

2009-06-05T22:34:00.000-07:00

My daughter just turned 14! What, four more years, and she's going to be college-bound? I'm already OLD??? Here she is with her friends. Mine is the one with the beautiful curly hair, second from the right.

Family of 3

2009-06-01T20:21:00.000-07:00

We spent some time hanging out and shooting in downtown Spokane, and also over in Post Falls. I learned a little about bass fishing (I haven't caught a fish in about four years!), and had some fun trying to convince everyone that they would have to spend so much less time getting ready, if only they'd go bald, like me :) No one liked the idea, oddly enough. Anyway, here is a little of what we came up with.

Weddings & AiP

2009-05-27T20:29:00.000-07:00

Are you or someone you know getting married? Remember me for all the photography needs on the Big Day! Just email me for the all the info & pricing.

Chad & Miranda: Engaged

2009-05-26T19:50:00.000-07:00

What a great time, hanging out, gettin' some shots. These two are wonderful together -- they are going to have a great marriage! Plus, just look how GOOD they look with each other!

What's the word... Steamy!

She's the lord of the ring? Check it out...

Thanks, guys, for being up and willing for anything! I wasn't even sure if the last image was going to be a winner or a complete loser, but I LOVE it!! See what happens when you have an open mind!

Fun by the Club

2009-05-19T21:09:00.000-07:00

I had the blessing of shooting this adorable girl. Not only is she cute, but she's funny, and get this... she understands MY humor! There are only like five people in the WORLD that get me.... Anyway, we spent most of the afternoon right by this old brick building that looked like it might be harboring vampires, but I made no mention of this, and she didn't FREAK OUT because it was a little on the creepy side. Her wonderful smile and adventuresome attitude made the session a total success. Check out some of the cool ones from the day.

Spring & Summer Discount

2009-03-28T11:24:00.001-07:00

Hi, everyone. I'm gearing up for a busy summer. I have upgraded to one of the best cameras around, the Nikon D700. This is a monster of a camera, and I'm eager to get going with gobs of new pics! I'll be offering 50% off the session fee to anyone who also orders a print package. Pretty cool, eh? Check out my site for all the pricing and session info. Here are a few pics I took in the last month.

Senior Models Wanted, Apply Now!

2009-01-19T11:53:00.001-08:00

AiP is looking for more Senior Representatives in the Post Falls, Lakeland, Coeur d'Alene, and Spokane school districts. Senior Reps are current juniors in high school. They will receive a free session, a savings of $125, and they receive print credits for every person they refer to Aip. It's a great way to save money, get great pictures, and have fun, too! To apply, simply email aipimage@gmail.com, and use the subject heading of "senior rep." If you're interested, get rollin' and let's get started!

Mikala Senior 2009

2008-09-13T11:56:00.000-07:00

Cool... Fun... Invigorating... all words that describe Mikala. We shot down at my favorite farm at Hauser, last weekend. What a pleasure it was to spend a few hours with her, shooting around an old barn, in and on some hay bales, along old, rustic fences, and more. It's always so nice to shoot with someone who is so willing to do whatever it takes to get a great shot, and Mikala was perfect. Here are some of my faves.

Have the best year, ever, Mikala, and thanks for letting me shoot you!

September Family Discount

2008-09-04T19:39:00.000-07:00

It's getting to be that time -- if you're planning on getting your family pictures taken, you should book your session now! All of September, if you mention my blog, you will get a 10% discount on the session fee. There are so many possibilities for nice locations -- old farms, downtown, beaches, leaves... Don't let winter creep up on you and catch you by surprise! If senior pictures already caught you by surprise, I can still fit you in, but you'll need to call or email right away!

Jacque Senior 2009

2008-09-04T19:31:00.000-07:00

How cold could it possibly be on the last weekend of August? Jacque, her mother and I found out! Cooooooold. Jacque was shivering through most of the poses, and covered up in a nice, warm blanket between shots. I wished I was covered up, too! Thanks to Jacque's grandpa, who suggested that I wear surgical gloves while shooting -- it actually helps to keep your hands warm. Who'da thought? I looked like a freak, but some would say that about me even without the gloves :) Jacque was a real doll, and she has tons of cool friends (I know, because they showed up for a few group shots). Here's a little taste of what we came up with.

Farmin' with Karissa, Senior 2009

2008-09-02T20:31:00.000-07:00

I was fortunate enough to spend Sunday evening out at the farm with Karissa and her wonderful mother. We shot for about two hours, even suffering through a little rain at one point. Karissa had such a great attitude -- she hardly even complained when we had to side step the HUGE cow pies in a few places (cows make them that big??). Her charming smile made my job easy. What a blessing this trip to the farm was! Thanks, guys! Here are a few of my favorites from the session.

Davey: Senior 2009

2008-08-17T15:38:00.000-07:00

Now, this is a guy that I can identify with... loves computer programming and gaming with a passion. Okay, I'm no programmer, but gaming? Love it. Davey was a real sport, because most of the shots we needed to get required an early start. So, groggy or not, we headed out, all around town, having fun, and getting some cool shots. Here are a few teasers:

Thanks for choosing me to shoot your senior pics, Davey! I hope your senior year is incredible!

Senior Portraits Discount

2008-08-04T18:07:00.000-07:00

For the month of August, Adventures in Photography will be offering a 20% discount off the session fee for seniors. All you have to do is say that you want the discount that you read about on my blog. Pretty easy, right? Keep in mind what type of session you are interested in. We can shoot in many locations, but some of my favorites are downtown Coeur d'Alene, railroads, and some nice old farms in Post Falls and Hauser Lake. Anyway, thanks for stopping by my blog!

I Shot My Son in Downtown Coeur d'Alene.

2008-08-03T14:14:00.000-07:00

My son, Zack, and I went downtown to look around and get some shots. As usual, there was a HUGE event going on in exactly the same place, at exactly the same time. Sigh. We did have fun, though, looking through the wares of the Art on the Green Festival. There are so many talented vendors right where I live! Zack was a great sport about letting me photograph him, too. Here are a few of the keepers we took.