COUNTRY ENGAGEMENT + CARLA AND BRYAN

{CARLA +BRYAN} 

COUNTRY ENGAGEMENT

Bryan and Carla have got to be one of the sweetest couples I've ever met.  Bryan is a true gentleman and Carla is about the sweetest (but strong) gal you ever did meet.  Carla and I met for her bridal consultation to chat about their upcoming wedding and what she wanted out of a photographer and ultimately what she wanted at her wedding.  We "clicked" from the start and here we are 9 months later capturing her first extra special moments with her fiance' Bryan. Here is a little of Bryan and Carla's country engagement session and their story of how their "happily ever after" starter.

THEIR STORY:

Bryan and Carla are high school sweethearts. They have known and loved each other since they were 16 years old. This wonderful couple met through a mutual friend at a small pet store that Carla worked at. Bryan has always been a helpful guy, so he was there to help their friend take her new bird and all it's goodies home. While waiting for the store to close for the night, he came up with an excuse to talk to Carla. We immediately had a connection, and the next day, they went out on our first date.

Now it has been 11 wonderful years, and with all the ups and downs life brings, Carla and Bryan have never been closer. As they say "we are ready to take the next step in our relationship!" This couple is not just in love they truly are best friends. When you "know", you "know!"  As Carla likes to say "I couldn't imagine life without him"  Bryan and Carla are so lucky to have each other and cannot wait to share hands in marriage.

BEAUTIFUL SKIN+HEALTHY SKIN CARE+GUEST BLOGGING

Something to touch a little on and that is pretty important if you want to make sure you have that "long lasting beautiful skin" is to take care of it.  You want your skin to look beautiful in your photos and over all.  Take care of your health, your skin, from the inside out.  So often we think that taking care of our skin is just an external job.  Moisturizers, concealer, coconut oils, etc.  What about all those healthy things like blue berries and avocado for healthy skin?  What you eat directly effects what you look like.  

Here are some tips from the amazing Orting Chiropractic Center in Orting, WA owned and ran by the wonderful Dr Troy Munson.  He and his staff have been providing care for years and taking care of people from the inside out.  Please take a moment and enjoy these tips and a little insight on what we really need for our bodies.

SKIN CARE + MONTHLY GUEST BLOGGING FROM 
ORTING CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER

With summertime approaching people race to their closets and dig out their long unseen, but not forgotten, summer wardrobe. Shorts, tank tops, sundresses and bathing suits are given a temporary new lease on life. But with this renewed attire comes the reveal of a lot of skin. We want to protect it, care for it and reveal soft, healthy skin. The best way to achieve this is from an inside out approach. Lotions and potions can only help to a certain extent. But what we put in our bodies can dramatically affect the radiance of our skin.

Often, skin integrity issues have to do with poor calcium utilization. Now, before you say “But I take calcium.” let me clarify. It isn't low calcium levels it's low availability to the cells. Calcium requires Omega 3 fats to 'carry' it into the cells. Namely, flax seed oil and beef fats. These fats increase blood iodine levels which is required for calcium use as well. Those that are iodine sensitive most likely have calcium issues. Iodine and calcium are interdependent in the cells of the thyroid, prostate and every layer of the skin along with the above fats. For this reason, flax seed oil has become known as the 'cosmetic vitamin.' Common other symptoms of this type of nutritional deficiency are; hypothyroidism, tremors, fast heart rate, fever blisters, acne, dry skin, prostate issues, digestive issues, stomach pain and nervousness. So, the basics for better skin is flax seed oil, beef fats and iodine. These support calcium usage and healthy thyroid activity leading to proper hormone balance, endocrine function, heart function and healthy, younger looking skin and hair.

And with the increase of sun rays, this basic dietary change also helps in preventing sunburns. A sunburn is hypervitaminosis D. In other words the sun's rays create vitamin D in the skin faster than your body can remove it, thus 'burning' the skin. So when getting sun there are two things that will help; first, know your limit to get you to the edge of pink and stick to it. And second to help remove Vitamin D from the skin faster requires calcium and ALA/GLA oil or flax seed oil, as described above. So, if you know you are going to be in the sun you can prepare our skin as well as help your body store Vitamin D for the dark winter months. In addition, studies have shown that Vitamins C, E and A may help protect against burns as well.

Until next time, drink plenty of water, eat proper foods, cover up as necessary and enjoy the beautiful sunny days that the Pacific Northwest puts on display.

MINI SESSIONS + SECOND ANNUAL {THE HOWELLS}

SOME OF THE BEAUTIFUL {HOWELL FAMILY} FROM KATIE TYREE PHOTOGRAPHY'S ANNUAL MINI SESSION DAY.

Mini sessions quickly turned from the "annual family photo" to a pregnancy announcement for this beautiful family of {four}.  

  

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY+ADOPTION AND FOSTERING WITH LOVE

Something that is so near to my heart and lays heavy with so many others that I know. Something that is His will for some of us.  This something has always been heavy on my heart and often in my mind.  It isn't something you can just ignore, it's something you are called to do and something that will impact your life and others in such a way that wont ever be able to be forgotten.  This something... Adoption. 

This family that is so close to my heart is in the process of adopting two precious little boys to add to their already beautiful family of five.  Stay at home mom and homeschool fanatic Britta is always looking for some new way to serve, some new way to brighten someones day, week, or life in general.  She's become a dear friend to me over the last two years and a light in my life.  Here is a little of the A-team's (Britta's ever growing family) Testimony.

Scott + Britta met in February 1994 and were married seven months later.  Soon after, they welcomed a wild, red headed baby girl onto their team and named her Bailey. Five years later a blonde haired son was born and he was named Simon. Quickly the A-Team was growing because only 21 months later another son, this time with brown hair, joined the family. He was named Silas. Such sweet times…They had Strawberry, Vanilla, & Chocolate and the family felt complete. The A-Team started homeschooling in 2006. This began a journey of discovery for everyone. Also, around this same time a small seed was planted in Britta’s heart for adoption. It took five years for that seed to grow and eventually bloom. At the beginning of 2011 the A-Team started a new adventure; they became licensed for foster adoption. At 1 day old a baby boy joined the A-Team, they named him Solomon. Then only 14 months later another baby boy, this time at 2 days old. They named him Samuel. By the end of 2013 these brothers will become permanent members of the A-Team. This family of 7 also enjoys serving together at their church, camping, bike rides, going to the beach, and just being together. Their story isn’t finished yet…there is much more to come…so stay tuned!!
The A-Team…

I had the honor to photograph this amazing family back in the fall. Go A-Team!

MOTHERS DAY PHOTOS + KATIE TYREE PHOTOGRAPHY CANVAS SPECIAL

I feel the need to be transparent today. Something tender to my heart... The loss of my mother just 4 years ago taught me so much including how much I miss her and wish I had more photos of her and I together. I often reflect on the kind of woman she was. A kind, unconditional loving and truly the kindest, tender hearted person I knew. Although I never forget how amazing she was, I often feel the need to look back on photos of her to keep her face fresh in my memory. Don't take for granted any day you are able to have your mother. You only have one and she and you both deserve to celebrate her.

In Celebration of my momma and all you other amazing mothers (young, old, sick, healthy, etc) I'm offering something special for you this mothers day.  You can purchase your session on or before May 19th.  The session just has to be complete by July 30th, 2013 

CAKE SMASHING + TACOMA CHILDRENS PHOTOGRAPHER KATIE TYREE PHOTOGRAPHY - LINCOLN

TACOMA CHILDRENS PHOTOGRAPHER // TACOMA SEATTLE PHOTOGRAPHER

KATIE TYREE PHOTOGRAPHY

I had the pleasure of photographing this adorable little guy's first birthday photos!  Is he not absolutely adorable?  Cake smash photos are not just for the little guy or gal in your life that you want to have photos of JUST smashing his or her cake.  Cake smash sessions include a full line of images that feature your little guy or gal in their first birthday outfit.  Who wouldn't want to capture the before AND after of their photo session? 

 Just because he or she will be smashing cakes today does not mean we cannot capture that adorable little personality at one year of age befor we see their bodies head to toe covered in cake.

This handsome little guy is feauturing one of my hand made bow ties (made by Katie of Katie Tyree Photography) and a cream colored cloth Fuzzi Buns diaper and the banner behind him is also hand made by Katie to compliment the colors in the bow tie and the cake.

Are you wondering who made this adorable cake? Rachel of Mystical Cupcakes out of Olympia.  These cakes are absolutely tasty and I would suggest ordering one ANY TIME you get the chance.  It's not just a cake made for a baby... it's a cake mom and dad will love too.  Rachel hand crafts every piece of her desserts from the "from scratch" butter she puts in her butter cream to the vanilla bean paste to make her frostings and fresh fruit fillings.  Any mom or dad would be lucky to have her cakes, cupcakes or mini cake pops at their little ones first birthday

Every cake smash photo session by Katie Tyree Photography includes a custom backdrop, banner, cake and for boys handmade bow ties and for girls hand made or boutique style hair piece.

Birth Photography + Newborn Photography TACOMA SEATTLE

How would you like to win a free Newborn Photography session?

Katie Tyree Photography (Tacoma Newborn Photography) is taking inquiries for one lucky Newborn Photography Session (lifestyle session) for someone in the greater Seattle // Tacoma area.

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We will be connecting with the 3 top Inquiries based on why your story is special and unique TO YOU!  Maybe you are having your first baby.  Maybe you had a hard time getting pregnant.  Maybe you're a  single mom and you would be so blessed by a newborn shoot.  Let us know, we really do care and want YOUR story.