Killer Diller Weekend • Lindy Hop Event • Seattle, WA

I had the privilege of photographing Killer Diller Weekend, a lindy hop event in Seattle, WA this past weekend. There were live bands, a cabaret, competitions, a Vintage Fashion Gala, tons of social dancing, and classes by none other than world renowned lindy hoppers Naomi Uyama and Peter Strom. I have compiled some of my favorite shots from the weekend! Stay tuned for an additional post featuring the Vintage Fashion Gala.

 Solomon Douglas and Friends, guest singer Naomi Uyama

 A little Shim Sham action.

Casey MacGill with The Careless Lovers!

 Solo dancing, together.

 Chris leading two follows at once.

 Competitions got fierce. 

 Justin and Olivia

 Cabaret

Swing Out Seattle dance team

 Jennifer Lee and Friends Balboa Team

 Peter and Naomi 

 Glynn Crytzers Savoy Seven

Sound check by Glenn Crytzer. 

GeekWire Gala • Geek Chic • MOHAI • Seattle, WA

I had a great time photographing the GeekWire Gala last night at the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI). Great food, neat space, awesome vendors, an array of sophisticated and interestingly dressed attendees, fantastic DJs, all in one amazing holiday event!

 Some lindy hop went down! 

DJ Brian from www.Add3.com. 

 This guys outfit was my favorite!

 One of the sponsors.

 These ladies were in the holiday spirit. 

 Fierce shades sir. 

Photo Booth action.

Check out the rest of the event details and photos here!

Family Portrait Session • Lord Family • Charlotte, NC

When I was back in NC photographing Eleanor and Sean's wedding, I also had the opportunity to photograph a very sweet family. Brenda and Heather (mother/daughter) opened one of my all time favorite cupcake shops in Cornelius, NC, SweetCakes Bakery a few years ago and I had the honor of doing the photography for their website as well when they opened. If you are ever in Cornelius, you must try their cupcakes! Seriously.  Brenda used some of the photos from their family portrait session for their Christmas cards this year. Check out some of my favorites of the extended family below. Cutest kids award.