In my quest for a wedding photographer, I turned first to Yelp. (Of course!) But near the small…read moretown where we were getting married, there were very few to choose from, except for photographers who specialize in cheesy senior photos. So I expanded the search to Spokane, and came across LaDuke Photography. I was impressed with what I saw: a) competitive prices and package options b) wedding experience, with a portfolio showing... c) unique shots I contacted Lacey and was relieved that she still had our wedding date available. I also learned that she now lives in Eugene, OR, but considers herself a 'traveling wedding photographer,' so she'll get to your wedding, no matter where it is! (With some extra cost, of course) A few months before the wedding, we set up a skype date to meet her face-to-face and talk details, like whether to take photos before or after the ceremony, and how many hours we'd need them. We also met Nate, Lacey's business partner, who would also be photographing the wedding. They really made a point of getting to know us and our vision for our photographs. We exchanged Pinterest contact information, because how else can you plan a wedding these days? When the big day rolled around, Lacey and Nate came to the rehearsal the day before so that they could see the Church and the reception venue and get ideas. We chatted with them for a little while do go over the schedule for the day, and it really eased my mind about how they whole thing would work out. On the day of, they showed up right on time to photograph us getting dressed. We took wedding party photos before the ceremony, which in my book is a good idea because you don't have to stress about getting everything done afterwards, and it cuts down on the anxiety of the ceremony. (Plus, it's just an old wives tale that it's bad luck to see the bride before the wedding...right??) I don't want to go on and on about all the details, but suffice it to say that Lacey and Nate were very on top of things. They got photos of all of the people, events, and details that we asked for, and added their own creative ideas for shots and poses. I was most worried about the family shots, since my family is huge and disorganized, but it was actually a breeze. They didn't spend hours getting everyone lined up perfectly, so everyone looks relaxed and casual, which is just how we are in real life. Bonus points for giving the bride a snack in the middle of the after-ceremony shots. They must have known not to let Alli D get hangry! The turn-around was very fast in getting our photos back. Lacey was posting 'teasers' on her facebook page within days, and all of the photos were up on her website right after we got back from the honeymoon. We're so happy with how they turned out, and now just have to decide how we want to best spend our photo credit on her website. Check them out if you want! http://gallery.ladukephoto.com/strick

Everyone suspects a teenage girl may be hard to please when it comes to senior pictures.... because…read moreof this we were delighted to see our teenage girl so happy with her Senior Pictures from Lacey LaDuke. Lacey is the real deal photographer - we reviewed her online portfolio and liked her shooting style, then hoped for the best. From our very first contact, Lacey communicated very professionally in advance of the shoot - sharing some location ideas and also trying to get a feel for our teen daughter - she seemed genuinely interested in making sure our daughter was really happy. The photo shoot was a great experience - Lacey helped our nervous daughter relax, helped coach her on different looks and frankly, made it a fun experience. As a parent, I liked Lacey's flexibility and photography expertise - while also having very reasonable prices. I was pleasantly surprised that the online portfolio wasn't just her very best photos - they are very typical of what you'll get - many great shots, not just a few - she has a gift for pulling good images out of a person who may be nervous. We particularly liked her artful eye for color, angles etc - not just a boring image - but a nice eye for creating something a little more memorable. Would we recommend her? Absolutely yes - a great experience, great prices, fabulous photos - plus a really fun experience. Will we user her again - definitely. check 'em out: http://gallery.ladukephoto.com/p882495466

Our family does bi-annual trips to different places and also has a tradition of getting…read moreprofessional photos done. I contacted Rich less than two weeks out, and he was able to accommodate. He made the process seamless and knew how to work with small children, which is so helpful! And most importantly, we captured some great photos. Highly recommend!

Rich is the best photographer for High School, engagement, and event photographs. He took senior…read morephotos of our daughter and she never looked better. His funny sense of humor and dad-ness made the sitting enjoyable. He got us the proofs quickly and after we made our choice, helped us resize the photo to the High School specifications. Great guy, very professional, excellent photos.

Brenda shot our wedding and did a fantastic job... and I am a super picky client! Great…read morecommunication. Wonderful posing, technically proficient, and extremely professional. Don't know what more I could possibly say besides... she's a pro. Hire her.

Josh was amazing to work with! We had all of our wedding photography done with him, and so far from…read morethe sneak peaks, we are in love! We knew his work was incredible, but its so much more personal when they're YOUR photos. He was a pleasure to work with even through all of the wedding hiccups and even made the day enjoyable by helping with whatever he could! Thank you, Josh! Your the MAN!

This is an on location photographer that is fairly new but has an eye of a seasoned photographer…read more She absolutely knows what she is doing and can capture those moments in time that can tell a story. Alicia is patient and funny. She is one of those photographers that can place you or find you in the place that flatters the subject best and then snaps the shot at the right moment to make the person viewing the photo feel a certain way. She is reasonable in price and is flexible with appointments. I LOVE her work and will use her again!!! If you want more than just a point and click photographer and you want someone to tell your story then give Moose Mark Photography a call!!!

Laura was so great to work with! She helped photograph my rental in preparation for listing on the…read moremarket and did a great job capturing the details, editing the photos, and adding in landscaping mockups as well. She was professional, communicative, and easy to work with. Would highly recommend her!

Laura is a great photographer backed by years of experience. She asks questions to understand just…read morewhat exactly what you are looking for and will deliver that result. I have worked with her on product photography for my website after giving up on trying to take my own photos to save on costs. She is kind, patient, and professional. She truly has a way with lighting, staging, and editing the photos to really bring them to life, making it much easier for my clients to get a clear picture of what they are purchasing when they can't physically see and touch the product. She also does great headshot work and has some gorgeous landscape photography in her portfolio as well. I would recommend, and will definitely work with Laura again.

Working with Weston is amazing! He's super friendly, engaging and is passionate about his work…read more Seeing his output straight out of his camera was mind blowing with some of the best sunset shots I've seen. The whole wedding crowd loved having him around. Looking forward to working with Weston over and over again

Weston was our wedding photographer and was extremely professional, thoughtful, enourages you to be…read moreadventurous and fun in your photos, and has a great sense about people and how to make them comfortable in photos. He clearly loves what he does and it shows in his photos and interactions. Even before the wedding, he spent time getting to know me and my partner and offered help with planning since we aren't from the area where we got married. He stayed longer than his 6 hours at the reception and took photos of not just the wedding party but of other couples and people who wanted their photos taken. He also coordinated and was flexible with family friends who were taking other photos and our DJ.

Kenzie's photo booth was the perfect addition to our wedding! Because I decided to book a photo…read morebooth last minute, I was having a difficult time reaching anyone as the wedding was the next day. Kenzie immediately responded and made time for us. She drove out to our venue the same day to meet us, and had the perfect setup for the following day during the wedding. We also received a photo album of all the photos which was a huge plus! Highly recommend using The 5th House-- Thank you Kenzie!