sara montour . tacoma + seattle family portrait photographer » tacoma + seattle family portrait photography

As a photographer you’re able to jump into people’s lives; documenting moments and connections between people that, at their core, are really really amazing. To not only be able to see these connections, but to freeze them forever for people is unbelievable. On Scott’s birthday I wrote about our story. It was a little scary to throw it all out there and be so honest and open, but I’m so glad that I did. Our story is totally crazy; full of unfiltered connections and complete lack of hesitation. I love it. I love him. And I REALLY love us.

Our ability to (or inability to do anything but) wear our hearts on our sleeves has taken us on a crazy adventure. I wish that I knew how to put it into words for you and I wish I could convince all of you to do the same. In love, especially, it’s easy to get scared and many people are quick to throw their guard up. I say, tear it down. Share your heart with people. Be open. Be honest. Move across the country (or the world) on a whim. I know, i know, what if it doesn’t work out:

What if it does.

A million thanks to miss Sarah Jurado for coming down to Tacoma, spending the day with us, and capturing our connection. We’re SO lucky and we adore you! {Sarah has more photos of us and some super kind words on her blog, as well. <3 <3}

One more round on the soap box and then I'm done; I promise.

For some reason it's been decided that you only need to document your life when you get married, or maybe when you have a child, but other than that there's no need. I think that's RIDICULOUS. We have so many incredible connections with people throughout our lifetimes and it's so unfortunate that those are rarely documented. A Tuesday afternoon with your significant other or best friend or child or parent or pet are all just as important to capture. I really wish I had those connections documented throughout my whole life.

Scott and I have only been together for 5 months. (No, really). I think it's SO COOL that we have these photos to document our connection right now, and I can't wait to keep getting professional photos taken and see how that changes throughout our lives.

So! Think about it, and instead of asking yourselves why you should have photos taken right now, ask why you SHOULDN'T. This isn't me trying to get you to book a session, I really believe this, wholeheartedly. Even if I'm not the photographer for you I think this is so important, and if you shoot me an email I’ll help you find an amazing photographer wherever you’re at that fits with you and that will do an incredible job documenting your life.

Ok, ok, soap box over. Now: US!