Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, celebration at Santa Fe, New Mexico by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

November 8, 2025

I’ve dreamed of photographing a Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, celebration of life and lives lost for many years. This year, on October 31-November 2, I spent time in Santa Fe, New Mexico in awe of the beautiful and touching celebration complete with offerings, ofrendas, tributes to loved ones lost, beautiful and creative sugar skull and skeleton costumes, local tribal indigenous peoples blessings, and moments where I too was touched by the understanding and meaning of loss. We’ve all lost someone. This beautiful celebration is my first and will not be my last. Proudly, my work as a photojournalist and photographer is so humbled by what we witnessed in Santa Fe. Copyright imagery by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead celebration, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead celebration, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington. La Rondalla de Albuquerque

Deanzamusic, Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead celebration, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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Recent Trip to Oregon to See Crater Lake, Sea Lions, Lighthouses, and the Oregon Coast

October 13, 2025

There’s something about the change of seasons that makes you want to travel, feel the sunshine on your back, take in beautiful nature scenery, eat great fresh food and local wine and microbrews, take some photos and just relax! We did all of that and more on our late summer early autumn trip to McMinnville, Bend, Painted Hills, Crater Lake, Florence, Newport, Cannon Beach and Astoria, Oregon. Here are some of the photos I took. Keep Oregon free, natural, weird and fun! www.jollysiendaphotography.com

Fog lifts and allows us to see Crater Lake along the rim, Crater Lake, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Rich stands and admires the Painted Hills of central east Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Rogue River near Crater Lake, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Majestic Crater Lake, Wizard island, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Columbia River and a boat marina at Astoria, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sea Lion makes some noise, Newport, OR., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Oregon sand dunes and the Oregon Coast near Florence, OR by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Bucolic farms, vineyards, and rolling hills, McMinnville, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Painted Hills, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Fog and the Siuslaw River Bridge, Florence, OR by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Great Blue Heron wades in the foggy Siuslaw River, Florence, OR by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Cliff rocks on the Pacific Ocean with hundreds of sea lions, Florence, OR by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sea Lions, Newport, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Heceta Head Lighthouse, Florence, OR., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

A Golden Mantle Ground Squirrel, Crater Lake, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Crater Lake Lodge, Crater Lake, and Wizard Island by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sand dunes of Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Painting haystack rock at Cannon Beach, Oregon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

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Autumn is One of My Favorite Times in the Year! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

October 8, 2025

Autumn leaf color, yes! Running, hopping and playing in the leaves, yes! Autumn photoshoots, yes! Beautiful scenic autumn landscapes, yes! Images at autumn time by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, Washington.

Fun family photos in the autumn leaves by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Pastoral scenic autumn landscape, maple tree, lily pond, autumn reflection by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn weddings in the Pacific Northwest by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Pumpkins and butternut squash by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Fun family photos at autumn time by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

St. Paul’s Church, Port Gamble, with autumn leaf color by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn wedding photojournalism by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Kitsap County, Washington

Horses grazing, a red barn, green pastures and blazing autumn color in the trees by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

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Aloha! Congratulations Kim and Brandon! They Married at Port Gamble, WA., 8-28-25. Wedding Photography by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

August 29, 2025

What a beautiful day for a wedding in the Pacific Northwest! Kim Kenbock and Brandon Brunelle exchange weddings vows, August 28, 2025, with family and friends under an aloha tropical arch and sunshine with the Hood Canal in the background on the grounds of Port Gamble, WA. Their day, full of love, laughter, and good wishes included a BBQ dinner, wedding toasts, dancing, and wedding photos at the historic St. Paul’s Church where the couple got engaged last December 2024. Wedding photo highlights by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Wedding cards and the engagement photo, 12/2024 taken by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bridal Preparation by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bridal preparation, the bride and her mom hug each other by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bridal preparation and the wedding gown by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The groom begins to get ready for the wedding with his groomsmen by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The groom with his best man and groomsmen before the wedding by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Handsome groom, Brandon, pins his boutonniere on by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The groom with his groomsmen by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Aloha wedding theme for Brandon and Kim by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The groom and his groomsman right before the wedding ceremony by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The flower girl and ringbearer - so cute! Photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Processional by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Processional ringbearer by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Processional flower girl by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Here comes the bride, Kim, walking down the aisle with her dad by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bride walks down the aisle to the groom by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

It’s a beautiful day for the wedding! Wedding ceremony of Kim and Brandon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding ceremony of Kim and Brandon by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding ring ceremonial exchange, his, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding ring ceremonial exchange, hers, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

You may kiss your bride! Wedding ceremony kiss by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Ceremonial wedding cheers toast! Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Husband and wife, Brandon and Kim! Photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Hugging all of the guests at the receiving line by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bride Kim with her bridesmaids by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding family photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding portrait of the bride and groom by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Bridal portrait by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

The wedding party at St. Paul’s Church, Port Gamble, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding photos with the wedding party at St. Paul’s Church, Port Gamble, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Fun with the groom at St. Paul’s Church, Port Gamble, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Fun with the bride, St. Paul’s Church, Port Gamble, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Will you marry me? Hearts! This is where we got engaged. Wedding day by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Announcing the wedding party for the wedding dinner and reception by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Mr. and Mrs., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding reception and party by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Cutting the wedding cake by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Father daughter and bride dance by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

First dance of the newly married couple, Brandon and Kim, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Wedding reception party and dancing by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

It’s official! We signed the marriage certificate by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Aloha with love, Brandon and Kim by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio at sunset, 08/28/25.

I hope you have enjoyed seeing some of Brandon's and Kim’s wedding highlights. It was my pleasure to do their wedding photography. Wishing Brandon and Kim lots of love for a wonderful future together — Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

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Their wedding was held at: Port Gamble Weddings and Events.

Stay Weird Portland, Oregon...We Love Ya! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

July 26, 2025

Portland is weird and wonderful! Just the right recipe to celebrate a milestone birthday during July. Happy birthday Rich! We loved walking around the city. We love the architecture both modern, Art Deco, Neo-Classical, and Beaux Arts. We love the food and drink scene; Spanish, Italian, Greek, Afghanistan, Korean and more plus everywhere we turned there are craft cocktails and Oregon wines — all so great and delicious. The art scene in Portland too thrives with a Saturday market near the river, the Portland Art Museum where we took a break from the July afternoon heat and enjoyed a Monet Giverny exhibit featuring the painting Water Lillies. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, WA.

Portlandia, sculpture by Raymond Kaskey on Portland Building is beautiful to see.

Portland, Oregon is known as the Rose City by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Many murals in Portland, Oregon - keeping it art and a little weird by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Love the Ruth Bader Ginsberg mural in Portland, Oregon, photo by Jolly Sienda Photography

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Oh Those Summer Days! Yes too Girlfriends, Roses, Cocktails and the Smith Tower -- All Fabulous!! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

July 24, 2025

What can happen when five girlfriend’s get together on a sunny summer day in July in Seattle…a lot! They enjoyed two Uber car rides, and both just a little bit of a tight squeeze, as they ripped through the city towards acres of roses. The Woodland Park Rose Garden plants 200 varieties of roses and other flora — all blooming bright and beautiful. It was a zen afternoon for the ladies to enjoy nature and each others company. After the park visit, a lite lunch with shaken and stirred cocktails was sipped at Seattle’s historic Smith Tower observatory building, circa 1914. Also, the gals took in the sweeping views of the city and surrounding land from the observation deck; Elliott Bay on display as well as the majestic Mount Rainier. All and all a grand day was enjoyed by all in the Emerald City of Seattle. Let’s plan another getaway soon! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Seattle, Washington, 1201 Third Avenue Building, seen from Coleman Dock, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

White roses at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Yellow roses, Purple Cone Flowers, and a bumble bee at the Woodland Park Rose Garden, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Dark blue hydrangas at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sheila enjoys the Julia Child’s rose fragrance at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Cheryl enjoys the rose and wildflower garden and takes some photos at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Drehlaine, Sheila and Karen having fun at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Water droplets on leaves and purple flowers at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Magenta roses flow at the Woodland Park Rose Garden by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Group photo of us taken by someone at the park - thank you!

Smith Tower Building, circa 1914, Seattle , Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Interior hallway, Art Nouveau architecture, Smith Tower, Seattle, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Elliott Bay water views from the Smith Tower, Seattle, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Mount Rainier and I-5 Freeway views seen from the Smith Tower Observation deck, Seattle, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Classic Pink Cloud Martini at the Smith Tower Bar, Chinese Room, Observatory, Seattle, WA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Fun selfie group photo furnished by Cheryl!

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Salish Sea Delivers T99 Orcas Killer Whales, Harbor Seals, Sea Lions, and Sea Birds by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

June 22, 2025

Happy Summer 2025! We enjoyed a boat trip with friends sailing from Anacortes, Washington on the Salish Sea and the Strait of Juan de Fuca passing Whidbey Island, and several of the San Juan Islands in search of marine wildlife. Two days of exploring the beautiful open waters granted us many wildlife sighting gifts. We saw sea lions and harbor seals, the T99 pod of Orca’s killer whales, lots of seabirds: Cormorants, gulls, and an oyster catcher with an orange beak and orange eyes, and American Bald Eagles. Seeing wildlife in its natural habitat is pure joy that we appreciate and do not take for granted. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, East Bremerton, Washington.

T99 Orca pod spotted hunting in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, June 19, 2025, near Whidbey Island by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Three Harbor Seals on Strawberry Island, Deception Pass, Washington, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Sea Lion stretches up towards the sunshine balanced on a red bouy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Early morning light awakens the Cascade Mountains with cloud cover over the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Port Townsend, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

T99’s hunting off of Whidbey Island in the Strait of Juan de Fuca by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

An Elephant Seal, known as Elsie Mae, by the locals, flips sand on its back while it basks in the sunshine on a beach, Anacortes, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Harbor Seals getting some sun on a rocky island in the Salish Sea by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Rocky island that attracts wildlife, cormorants, seabirds, gulls, and a single harbor seal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Radar map of the boat route we took to see marine wildlife by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

People exploring Washington State beaches off of Deception Pass by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Whale watching marine wildlife tourist boats sail on the Salish Sea by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Oyster Catcher on Strawberry Island at Deception Pass Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

T99’s Orca’s Killer Whale pot spotted hunting in the Salish Sea, Strait of Juan de Fuca near Whidbey Island by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

American Bald Eagle on a tree limb overlooking Deception Pass by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Deception Pass bridge at sunset by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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Family Fun and Photo Time for the Harnish Family by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

June 16, 2025

On Father’s Day, June 15, 2025, a beautiful late spring day in the Pacific Northwest, two sisters and a brother, their mom, and their spouses and children gathered together to have some sunshine family fun and have new family photos taken of them in a park-like setting, Pacific Northwest style, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA. Here are some of their family photo highlights. Best wishes to everyone!

Family photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

It was a joy and a lot of fun helping this wonderful family capture some special family time moments together - thank you! Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington at www.jollysiendaphotography.com, T: 240-899-5295, E: info@jollysiendaphotography.com, Facebook and Instagram.

The West Roadtrip with Friends, Oregon Outback Scenic Byway, Eastern Sierras, and Superstitious Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

June 10, 2025

Spring 2025 will be a lasting memory. I helped a friend drive her car from Washington State to Arizona. Along the way, we had overnight stops in Bend, OR., and Reno, NV., stayed a couple of days in Bishop CA., to visit friends, an overnight in very hot (107 degrees) Needles, CA., and lastly destination, Apache Junction, Arizona. I drove over 1,400 miles, and we saw dramatic and beautiful countryside with lakes, streams, the high country, the high desert, Cascade Mountains, Cascade Volcanic Arc, the Eastern Sierra Mountains, and the hot Mojave Desert and the Sonoran Deserts. We stopped along the route to take photos, stretching our legs, and during the drive had meaningful conversations. Here are some photo highlights of the trip. Copyright photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Let the road trip begin! Susie and Jolly, Bend, Oregon, May 2025

Mount Jefferson, Oregon, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

White church along the Oregon Outback Scenic Byway by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Scenic lake, Oregon Outback Scenic Byway by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

High country, mule ear wildflowers, Eastern Sierras, Oregon Outback Scenic Byway by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Oregon Outback Scenic Byway lake by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Country meadows with purple wildflowers, a blackbird, and a red barn, Oregon Outback Scenic Byway by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Hereford cattle graze high country meadows with the Eastern Sierras in the background, Oregon Outback Scenic Byway, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Oregon Outback Scenic Byway countryside by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

A vista view point near Mono Lake, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Mono Lake, California, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Scenic views of the Eastern Sierras, near Bishop, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Large Cottonwood frames the view of the Eastern Sierras Mountains, Big Pine, CA, near Bishop, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Mountain stream at Big Pine Creek, about 8,000 feet, Big Pine, CA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Hiking Big Pine Creek towards the Eastern Sierras and a waterfall by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

My friend Bobbie and I on the Big Pine Creek hike by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Waterfall at Big Pine Creek, Big Pine, CA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Big pine cones grow on the Jeffrey Pine trees at Big Pine Creek, CA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sisters, Bobbie and Susie, together at Aspendell, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Beautiful Eastern Sierra mountain views and wildflower meadows, yellow mule ears, Aspendell, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Lake Sabrina, CA., about 9,000 feet, Eastern Sierra Mountains, near Bishop, CA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sunrise and palm trees, Needles, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sunrise at Needles, CA., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Traveling on Route 66, Needles, CA., hot, hot, hot!! Photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Apache Junction blooming Saguaro Cactus by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Scenic Sonoran Desert with a rainbow after June rains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Rainbow reaches over the Sonoran Desert and cactus, Apache Junction, AZ., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Road to the Superstitious Mountains, after the rains, with lacy fog, Sonoran Desert, Apache Junction, AZ, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Lacy fog surrounds Superstitious Mountain, Apache Junction, AZ., by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Sonoran Desert and the Superstitious Mountains, after a rainstorm, early morning, Apache Junction, AZ by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

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Road trip! Traveling through Oregon's Outback, Eastern Sierra's, and Apache Junction, Arizona by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

June 7, 2025

This past week, I had a chance to help a friend move from WA to AZ. Along the way, we saw some spectacular country to include wildflower country meadows, soaring mountain peaks and lakes, and a rainbow and fog in the Sonoran Desert. Here are some photo highlights by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio at www.jollysiendaphotography.com, Bremerton, WA.

Big Pine Creek, near Bishop, CA, about 8,000 feet hike up in the Eastern Sierra’s by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Blackbird on a post overlooking purple wildflower meadow and a red barn by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Lake Sabrina, close to 9,000 feet, near Bishop, CA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Saguaro cactus blooms, Apache Junction, AZ by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Desert rainbow after the storm with cactus at Apache Junction by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Driving 395 along the Eastern Sierras is stunning with mountain views by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Fiery sunrise and desert palm trees, Needles, CA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Mule ear wildflowers, alpine Eastern Sierra views, about 9,000 feet, Alpendell, CA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Hereford cattle and black cows graze the open range, Eastern Sierras, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Sonoran Desert scenic butte and a rainbow, Apache Junction, AZ by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Superstitious Mountain with lacy fog and the Sonoran Desert cactus, Apache Junction, AZ by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Mono Lake, CA scenic views by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Costa Rica on the Pacific Ocean Side and Puerto Vallarta Mexico by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

April 1, 2025

Our trip to Central America included stops in Costa Rica where we took an aerial tram up into the dense jungle canopy. This was very relaxing and took an hour to get up to the highest spot in the jungle and come down again. During our ride we saw and heard birds and saw a Coatimundis on a trail - which was a lucky sighting. We also visited the Costa Rica Animal Rescue Sanctuary and saw white and black faced Capuchins, sloths, and other wildlife that had been rescued.

In Puerto Vallarta we visited the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and old town and enjoyed seeing artwork on the Malecon Boulvevard. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

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Cartagena Columbia, it's Colonial Spanish Old Town and Fortress by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

April 1, 2025

Our tour guide told us, “Cartagena, Columbia only has one temperature…hot, hotter, hottest!” Yes, it was summer and dry this March 2025 during our visit and the city was captivating! The old city is completely within a wall. Castillo de San Felipe is an impressive fortress in Cartagena. The old town has high sides walk and low cobblestone streets offering a path during the rainy season. Cartagena is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

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Sailing Through the Panama Canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

April 1, 2025

Did you know it takes nearly a day to pass through the Panama Canal with it’s three locks and Gatun Lake? Last March 2025, Rich and I with about 1,000 passengers including crew members sailed on the Holland America Zaandam ship entering the area and waiting our turn at about 6 am on the Atlantic Ocean and finishing on the Pacific Ocean after 7 pm. For us, it was an unforgettable journey to see and experience this master engineering feet. Below are photos of our day.

Sailing through the Panama Canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

The Atlantic Bridge, Panama Canal, Panama, Central America, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Rich and I going through the Panama Canal and under the Atlantic Bridge, photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Our ship gets tugboat pilot boat assistance through the Panama Canal, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Panama’s jungles are lush and very green bursting with plants, color, flora and fauna by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Is it Tom Cruise and Owen Wilson wearing Holland America Line workwear? Crew enjoys the sail through the Panama Canal, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Slowly sailing towards Gatun Lake through the Panama Canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Noriega was extradited to Panama on December 11, 2011, and incarcerated at El Renacer prison, Panama Canal, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Big container ship going through the Panama Canal behind our ship by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

At dusk, Capybaras come out of the bush in Panama. This was at the old US Military Base, Panama Canal, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Panama Canal tug boats offer great assistance to all of the ships sailing through the Panama Canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

The city of Panama seen from the ship in the Panama Canal and the jungle by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

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Antigua Guatemala Photojournalism by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

April 1, 2025

Oh my heart! Visiting Antigua, Guatemala was a dream to come. It was our favorite country stop during our 15-day Central America and Panama Canal cruise, March 2025. The ancient Spanish colonial old town of Antigua is rich with culture, history, old world charm and photojournalist opportunities. The people, the colors, beautiful handmade tapestries, cobblestone stone streets, cathedrals and public squares are enchanting. And, the views of the active volcano Volcán de Fuego, Volcano of Fire, is seen from the town. I will visit Guatemala again. We barely scratched the surface - but this trip gave us a beautiful taste of what there is there. I love it so much! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

Looking at Volcán de Fuego and the Unesco World Heritage city of Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Guatemalan woman selling handmade Guatemalan textiles by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Iglesia de la Merced, the yellow church and cathedral adorned with intricate designs by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Iglesia de la Merced, Easter decorations, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Iglesia de la Merced, lighting a candle, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Arco de Santa Catalina, Volcán de Fuego - Volcano of Fire, cobblestones, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Guatemalan women dressed in handwoven clothing sell colorful Guatemalan textiles and souvenirs by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Guatemala life size folk art, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Buildings are dressed up for Easter celebrations, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Guatemalan children huddle together for a chat, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

A painter paints and hopes to sell his local art, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Town squares, cobblestone streets, tourists and locals, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Guatemalan men selling cotton candy, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Beautiful colorful Guatemalan textiles at the Centrale Mercado, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Children playing together and textiles for sale, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Centrale Plaza and square with the volcano, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Guatemalan woman makes tamales and they are for sale, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Taking a rest and getting some shade from the sun, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Volcán de Fuego, Volcano of Fire, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Colorful art for sale at the Centrale Mercado, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Charming old world Spanish colonial Unesco World Heritage city Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Jade is mined in Guatemala. This is Jade Maya. Man polishes jade Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Up close: Jade is mined in Guatemala. This is Jade Maya. Man polishes jade Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Guatemalan food is delicious! The best chips, homemade, nachos ever, Antigua, Guatemala, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Guatemalan women smiles whiles selling fresh fruit grown nearby, Antigua, Guatemala by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

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Kitsap County High School Seniors - Don't Wait Long to Schedule Your Senior Photos!

February 24, 2025

It’s your senior year and an exciting time for you! Don’t forget to schedule your 2025 high school senior portrait and photoshoot soon with one of Bremerton’s professional photographers, Jolly, at Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, Washington. I look forward to helping you create some really special and awesome photos! Jolly Sienda has over 18 years of professional photography experience; and, Jolly Sienda was recognized as Bremerton, Washington’s, Best of 2024 by BBB, Better Business Bureau.

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Senior portraits and senior photo sessions by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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Appreciating the Last Few Weeks of Winter in the Pacific Northwest by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

February 20, 2025

As we approach a new season and the last few weeks of winter will take a back seat, I'm reminded of the quiet beauty of winter and what nature unconditionally provides. Here are some favorite images I took celebrating the winter 2025 season.

Snow blankets the trees, February 2025, and behold the red maple color still in the trees by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Morning on Lake Crescent, Olympic National Park, Washington State

Flock of geese or white swans fly above the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Washington State

A full moon lights up the Puget Sound as The Brothers Mountain looks ahead, Bremerton, Washington.

Four Adirondack chairs chill in front of the Hood Canal, watching the dock, and the snowy mountains, Union, Washington.

Moose plods forward in deep snow, Yellowstone National Park, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Pale pink sunset over the Puget Sound with last touches of autumn color in early winter, Tracyton, Washington.

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It's Official! President Biden Sign's Bill --The American Bald Eagle is the U.S. National Bird!!

December 28, 2024

On Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, President Joe Biden signed a bill making the American Bald Eagle, the U.S. National Bird! So majestic is the American Bald Eagle that sightings of it and opportunities to take photographs of the beautiful bird is popular with nature lovers. Here are some cherished photos of the American Bald Eagle by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

American Bald Eagle is the U.S. National Bird by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

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Couples Holiday Photos Turns into an Engagement!! Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, Washington

December 28, 2024

Love is sweet any time of the year but it is especially sweet during the Christmas holidays!! Congratulations Kimberly and Brandon! The holiday couples photoshoot and their surprise engagement photos took place at the historic Port Gamble’s St. Paul’s Church and photos at the Port Gamble General Store. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio located in East Bremerton.

December holiday couples engagement photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, East Bremerton, Washington at St. Paul’s Church in Port Gamble, Washington.

December 2024 couples photoshoot and their surprise engagement to each other at Port Gamble’s St. Paul’s Church by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Couples holiday photoshoot and surprise engagement photos at the Port Gamble General Store by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Holiday engagement couples photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

A big congratulations to Kimberly and Brandon on their wedding engagement!! Photos done at Port Gamble, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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A Pacific Northwest Autumn Has Great Color - Just Look For It! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography.com

October 27, 2024

Visiting the town of Port Gamble, Washington does not disappoint when it comes to vibrant orange, red, and yellow colors. Maple Trees planted along the main street add a pretty line to the white picket fences and historic homes of Port Gamble, founded in 1853. Visit the Buena Vista Cemetery too, circa 1956. Can be a little spooky with foggy weather. Two weeks later, we took a trip up to Lake Crescent and were delighted to see yellow and orange Larch trees spotted throughout the evergreens, entwined with some whisper fog. Lake Crescent was spectacular at at sunrise with brilliant color, some fog, and such crystal clear water. Lastly, the Norwegian town of Poulsbo, Washington with autumn foliage. Happy Autumn! Photos taken on October 12, 2024 and October 21, 2024 by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Kitsap Peninsula, Bremerton, Washington.

Buena Vista Cemetery, circa 1856, Port Gamble, Washington, in Autumn by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Blazing autumn color welcomes passersby driving through Port Gamble, maples trees in Autumn, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

A Port Gamble skeleton, October 12, 2024 by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Looking at Lake Crescent through the forest by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Breathtaking sunrise at Lake Crescent, Washington, Olympic National Park, October 21, 2024, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Golden Larches hug the evergreens in the Olympic National Forest laced with fog, near Lake Crescent, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn foliage at the Norwegian town of Poulsbo, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Golden Larch circle surrounded by evergreens, Olympic National Park, near Lake Crescent, Washington, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Looking out at the fog bank over Hood Canal and autumn leaves at Port Gamble, Washington, by Jolly Sienda Photography.com

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Autumn Sweet Family Fairy Tales do Come True for the Tibbetts Family by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

October 25, 2024

Once upon a time in an autumn leaf forested land there was a sweet family: Megan, Joshua, Natalie and Mikey — the Tibbetts. They had dreamed and hoped for a crisp, sunshine-filled fall day where they could play together, lay down in the leaves, and share the natural beauty of nature together. Their dream came true at Manchester State Park where their friend and photographer, Jolly with her life-partner and assistant, Rich, helped the family create some new autumn memories…dreams do come true! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio located in Bremerton, Washington.

Autumn family photos of the Tibbetts family at Manchester State Park, Port Orchard, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Wishing my friends the Tibbetts many many more wonderful times together. Thank you for asking me to help you create some new autumn family photo memories together! Love you guys! Jolly at Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, T: 240-899-5295, E: info@jollysiendaphotography.com, W: www.jollysiendaphotography.com, Instagram and Facebook.