Travel Photography Caribbean Style! Explore, Color, Light, Angles & More!

People ask me all of the time -- what's your favorite type of photography? And, I answer by saying, "I love all kinds of photography: portraits, weddings, landscapes, food, etc." However, when I'm traveling and seeing new places I'm sooooo happy!! I'm on sensory overload. There's so much to see! And, I'm paying close attention to what's happening in the moment and how I will take pictures in different settings. I love this challenge!

Herd of goats stand on a large lava rock, St. Kitts, Caribbean.

Often I'll tell our driver, "Stop the car!" And, I'm jumping out and running to get the shot! Like I did for the goat scene in St. Kitts. 

I'm also drawn to color, shapes, and changing light. I'm always thinking about the light source and adjusting my camera dials to experiment with different ISO, shutter speed, and aperture settings. 

Left to right: St Kitts yellow barn and palms; Sunrise after the storm at St. Lucia; Afternoon sun in St. Kitts lights up row houses after a tropical rainstorm.

Woman selling plants on the street in Antigua, Caribbean.

I enjoy photographing people too using their natural surroundings. In Antigua, Caribbean, I got down low, almost on the ground, and photographed my subject using different angles which adds dimension and interest. It's all about experimentation and seeing what works!

After a long day of travel photography, I treat myself to an awe moment on this deserted beach on the Island of St. Lucia. Simply paradise!

Cat's are Quirky, Curious, Interesting, and Fun Creatures for Travel Photography

When I'm traveling I'm always looking for interesting subjects to photograph. Cats are unique because they have attitude and presence. They make a statement wherever they are. And, I love photographing them!

Tuxedo cat sits on a window ledge of a tole painted building, Oberammergau, Germany. This cat reminded me of my kitty, Topaz, also a Tuxedo cat and a charmer!

I love to catch cats when they could care less about me watching them. However, sometimes,  cats are eager and willing to be the stars in the picture!  From the left, cats on a bench in Kotor, Montenegro; center is an orange tabby cat on stucco stairs in Mykonos, Greece; right is a cat watching us eat at a marina in Kusadasi, Turkey.

It's really nice when you have great light, shadows, and textures to work with in your photo; and, there is the cat in the space. This is a photo I've sold many time from my fine art photography collection. I took the picture while traveling in Mykonos, Greece. It was taken at sunset.

Tell Everyone to Save the Date!!! Spring Engagement Photography on the Kitsap Peninsula!

I'm so excited to work with Maurean Grogan and Dan Dimmen. This couple has the right idea! And, they want all of their family and friends to Save the Date!

Save the Date! 08-18-18!!!

Having fun and feeling a little love for one another in the sun! Celebrating love, spring, and their August 18, 2018, wedding date.

We had a great time taking their photos at Bremerton's Evergreen Rotary Park. The cherry blossoms were perfect!

Loving life together. Congratulations to Maurean and Dan! I can't wait to photograph your wedding!!!

Daytrip to the Skagit Valley and the North Cascades Highway for landscape photography

I love where we live in the Pacific Northwest! In just three hours or less you can explore mountain ranges, lush agricultural valleys, seashore, and more!

We stopped in Edison, WA and ate delicious paella outside at Slough Food's sundeck. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

The scenery along the North Cascades Highway is breathtaking!

Sauk River and the Cascade Mountains

I'm told the wildflower trail up to Mount Sauk is beautiful in July

Daffodil fields at the Skagit Valley

On St. Patrick's Day, we photographed the daffodils in the Skagit Valley and drove to Concrete, Washington, to see a portion of the beautiful North Cascades Highway. Can't wait to explore more of this region once the entire highway re-opens. Portions of the North Cascades Highway closes due to snow every year. 

Paella served at Slough Food in Edison, WA.

Whitehorse Mountain near Darrington, WA.

So happy for spring! Daffodils along the Skagit Valley, Washington

Showcase your best self -- for personal and business success!

Did you know you should update your professional picture every year or two? That's right! We all change a little bit and having a new lifestyle portrait of yourself sends a positive message that you are on top of your game! It will make you feel terrific too!!

Let's together show the world what you're made of! Contact me today at 240-899-5295 or by email at info@jollysiendaphotography.com for your professional photo portrait session consultation!

Capturing all of the lovely details is what I love about wedding photography!

Every wedding is different. This is why I love photographing weddings! Being able to get to know the bride, groom, their friends and family is a joy. And, I absolutely love capturing their themes and all of the special details.

Don't worry -- I will document your timeless moments and meaningful wedding and wedding reception event telling your story with love!

Enjoying nature photography and travel photography in sunny Florida

I recently visited relatives in southern Florida and went on an airboat to photograph and see wildlife at Everglades National Park. We had so much fun!! I shot the sunset at Juno Beach as high surf and waves crashed onto Juno Beach's pier. We also checked out the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. What a blast!!! Check out the seven new photos below. I LOVE travel photography and nature photography!!!

Great Blue Heron flies over the Everglades

Here I am holding my Canon camera with a 70 x 200 lens with Richard Anderson and Linda Anderson on an airboat in the Everglades!

We saw lots of alligators in the wetlands!

Rose early to catch the sunrise and high surf at Juno Beach

Pastel sunrise greets boats along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, Palm Beach, Florida.

How to choose an engagement and wedding photographer

Jolly Sienda Photography captures unforgettable moments with artistry and LOVE! Contact us for a complimentary engagement and wedding photography consultation at info@jollysiendaphotography.com / Tel: 240-899-5295.

Below is some photo examples and how to steps for finding the right photographer.

Jolly Sienda Photography captures unforgettable wedding moments at Port Gamble Weddings & Events.

Congratulations! You just got engaged and would like to work with one photographer who can do your engagement photos and your wedding photography. But how do you choose a photographer when there are so many portrait and wedding photographers to pick from?

Do a Google search for photographers in your area. Review the photographers work on their website and Social Media pages. Look at their reviews. Ask yourself, do you like their photography style and the variety of work they advertise? Can you visualize spending time with the photographer, getting along with the photographer, and being comfortable with them for the photo session? Does the photographer advertise they can do both engagement and wedding photography?  

Next, contact the photographer and schedule a time to chat and meet them in person. Ask a lot of questions and build a relationship with the photographer. There are many qualified and talented photographers in the market place; however, by doing a little homework and setting aside some time to get to know the photographer, you will gain great confidence that he/she will do a fantastic job for you. The results will show in the service they provide and beautiful natural photographs showing you and yours at your best! 

Marina and Malcolm engagement photo session, April 2019.

Marina and Malcolm DeWalt, married at Harborside Fountain Park, October 2019

Early birds catch unique light for landscape photography

I feel great joy when I am able to be outside and enjoy our natural surroundings. To get this shot, I bundled up for the 30 degree temps. It was just after 8 am and lovely pastel colors reflected in pools on the water. The seagull passing by made me smile! 

New Pacific Northwest Fine Art Photography Landscapes

Tulips and a Red Barn in the Skagit Valley. This metal print is available for purchase via Fine Art Photography on the website.

Reflection on Liberty Bay. This metal print is available for purchase. Contact me.

February Weddings are Perfect for Rich Red Color!

For this beautiful wedding they kept things simple...and used romantic red accents for the bridal flowers, dresses, and the wedding cake.

The bridesmaids sip champagne and shine with BIG smiles as I photograph them in their beautiful red dresses. They've got the romantic Valentines wedding look and style for sure!

Modern bridal photography captures the joyful bride and groom as they walk hand-in-hand down the aisle. We did it!!!

Capturing Unposed, Candid, & Natural Wedding Photography -- Tells a Story

You know what I love about photographing weddings -- its the in the moment shots, super candid, spontaneous, and natural wedding photography that really captures and tells unforgettable moments.

I use a wide variety of lens; and, the best lens for wedding photography, in my humble opinion, are the 85m portrait lens, 24x70m great for portraits and group shots, 70 x 200m for shots taken in a church or further away, and the wide angle 16 x 35m. These are my favorites to catch every loving and fun moment! You never know...you might catch a guest taking a picture at the wedding of you and the couple! Love this!!

Show the World Your Best with Lifestyle Portraiture

It's a New Year and a new you! Getting a new professional portrait done of yourself is a positive door opener. Work with a photographer who brings out the best in you and is willing to push you to portray your best self. My professional portrait photography sessions are all about you! And, the session is a lot of fun! Remember, everyone is an individual, so every portrait-photography session is unique and special  -- because you are! 

Let's show the world together a new you! Love to hear from you today to schedule your business portrait photography, senior portrait photography, family portrait photography, bridal portrait photography, and creatively you portrait photo session!

Create a tropical wedding paradise wherever you are!

Many of my clients love the idea of getting married somewhere in the tropics, but either time or budget makes it tricky. Why not create a Hawaiian, Caribbean, or Polynesian setting for your wedding anyway! You can rent palm trees, hand out leis, decorate the wedding cake with orchids, have Hawaiian dancers at your reception and more! Perfect destination wedding photography without having to travel too far. Aloha!

Horses are lovely to photograph!

I've been attracted to nature photographer and photographing horses for many years. Fortunately, I've been able to witness them gracefully galloping with a buggy, or as the sun rises and leaves a beautiful glow on their manes. I think horses are lovely and they are very cooperative to portrait photography!

Equestrian Photography by Jolly Sienda Photography

Have a Photo Booth at Your Next Party!

Photo booths are so much fun for your hosts and their guests! With a little creativity, you can make the props and have a photo booth set up in a jiffy! As a photographer, I get a BIG kick out of photographing everyone having a good time and being a little silly! Photo booths add a fun wedding photography and event photography element to the party!!

Tip Toe through the Tulips

The Pacific Northwest has stunning gardens. With its mild temperatures, sunshine, and rain, so many flowers bloom here. I'm learning a lot about the flora and fauna. Here is a sample of some floral fine-art photography

I Give You this Ring and My Heart

One of my signature gifts to all of my couples is to take artistic wedding photography images of their wedding rings. I absolutely adore doing this for my clients and I can't wait to do it for you!

The rings are a work of art! It's so beautiful, meaningful, and so much fun!!!

Beautiful Light and Photo Tips for a One-Of-A-Kind, High End, Wedding!

The bride glows when her husband kisses her. The natural light was perfect with a pop of flash.

The golden hour is so beautiful for wedding photography

Getting married in 2020 — PERFECT! Its the beginning of a new decade. And, you have dreamed about the perfect wedding for so long. How do you choose a photographer when there are so many portrait and wedding photographers to pick from?

Do a Google search for photographers in your area. Review the photographers work on their website and Social Media pages. Look at their reviews. Ask yourself, do you like their photography style and the variety of work they advertise? Can you visualize spending time with the photographer, getting along with the photographer, and being comfortable with them for the photo session? Does the photographer advertise they can do both engagement and wedding photography?  

Does the photographer have experience with all sorts of lighting situations? Photography is all about capturing the light at any stage; natural, fill flash, indoor studio, and more.

Next, contact the photographer and schedule a time to chat and meet them in person. Ask a lot of questions and build a relationship with the photographer. There are many qualified and talented photographers in the market place; however, by doing a little homework and setting aside some time to get to know the photographer, you will gain great confidence that he/she will do a fantastic job for you. The results will show in the service they provide for you and the beautiful natural photographs showing you and yours at your best! 

Learn more by contacting Jolly Sienda Photography to schedule a complimentary engagement and wedding photography appointment. @jollysiendaphotography / info@jollysiendaphotography.com / Tel: 240-899-5295, FB and Instagram at Jolly Sienda Photography or via this website. Jolly Sienda Photography captures your story with LOVE and artistry!

From Our Family to Yours...Happy Holidays!

Remembering the joy of past Christmas's shared together around the world in Germany, Czech Republic, Virginia, South Carolina, and Washington State (beloved travel photography) with family and friends! Happy Holidays!

I hope the magic of the holidays gives you time to reflect and enjoy life's gifts. Let us,   together, wish for peace and happiness around the world.