Amazing Experience!
My fiancé and I had the pleasure of working with Garrett and Gracie during our engagement shoot in July at Mt. Rainier. We were visiting family in the Seattle area from out of state and decided to capture our engagement photos amidst the beautiful mountains surrounding Seattle. Right from the beginning, both Garrett and Gracie were incredibly welcoming, addressing countless questions we had about locations, poses, wardrobe, and more. We even delved into topics such as editing style, pricing, and their photography experience, and they were transparent and forthcoming with their responses. Our initial interaction took place through a Zoom call, allowing us to get to know each other better. Trust me when I say that this call made all the difference.
Before connecting with Garrett and Gracie, my fiancé and I had reached out to nearly 10 other photographers. Almost all of them continued communication through email, which is efficient for obtaining essential information during the inquiry process. However, Garrett and Gracie took it a step further by suggesting an initial Zoom call to establish a more personal connection. This thoughtful touch allowed us to better grasp their approach to couples' photography, enabled them to showcase their work more effectively, and most importantly, fostered a comfortable rapport before officially hiring them.
After deciding to move forward, the rest of the process flowed seamlessly. Being unfamiliar with Seattle, we relied on their expertise to guide us in selecting the shooting locations. They didn't disappoint. Although we settled on Mt. Rainier, Garrett and Gracie went above and beyond by making a two-hour trip to scout out specific spots on the mountain that aligned with our envisioned preferences PRIOR to the actual day of shooting. During our search for photographers, we noticed many of them using similar locations around Seattle. However, the fact that Garrett and Gracie personally scouted out unique locations prior to our shoot truly set them apart.
Upon meeting at the entrance, Garrett and Gracie generously offered us a ride up the mountain to the chosen locations. The drive allowed us to connect on a personal level before diving into the actual photo session. This comfortable dynamic significantly contributed to our ease during the shoot. Overall, the photography experience was exceptional. Both Garrett and Gracie had a remarkable talent for making us feel natural and at ease in front of the camera. The resulting photos were not only beautifully composed, but also full of genuine emotion. Their meticulous attention to detail and creative vision ensured that each shot told a distinctive and personal story. Upon receiving the final collection, we were amazed with the outcome. The colors, wide-angle shots, and more exceeded our expectations.
Collaborating with Garrett and Gracie was an absolute delight. We even shared with them we had almost gone with a different photographer that had a few more years of experience shooting, but ultimately decided to move forward with them primarily based on how personable they were during our initial zoom call. Looking back, we are incredibly glad to have made that choice. We not only received timeless photos, but more importantly, we had an authentic and fun experience we will never forget. To sum it up, booking Garrett and Gracie is a decision you won't regret.