The Journal
A space to highlight notable sessions, business updates and resources written by yours truly.
Preparing for Your Photoshoot: Self Care Must-Haves
Self care is key to showing up refreshed, glowing, and camera-ready. Here’s a list of essentials to pamper and prepare yourself for the spotlight to help you feel fabulous inside and out.
Unwrap the Confidence: Give the Gift of Self Love Photography
More than just a photo shoot—why the empowering experience of a self love session is the perfect gift for yourself or someone special, plus a special offer.
Top 20 Poses for a Successful Portrait Photoshoot
Sharing inspiration to make your nest photoshoot a success with 20 of the top poses used in my portrait photo sessions.
The Most Beautiful Mama-to-Be | Through the Milestones with Luana
Through the milestones with repeat client, Luana. A stunning studio maternity session by Seattle Portrait Photographer, Cortney Bigelow specializing in Self Love Photography
Ellis | Headshots, But Like, Elevated
Not your average headshots — offering an elevated, polished and modern take on the classic headshot session. By Seattle Portrait Photographer, Cortney Bigelow specializing in Self Love and Branding Photography
Katie | Effortless and Low Maintenance, Just Like You Want Your Hair
A branding photoshoot for Katie of Katie Scheib Hair to reflect her effortless and low-maintenance hair coloring business. By Seattle Portrait Photographer, Cortney Bigelow specializing in Self Love and Branding Photography
Leslie | Do It For Your Eighty Year Old Self
After having two kids, Leslie finally felt like a refreshed version of herself. So she booked a self love photoshoot session to document this moment in time, for her eighty year old self to look back on one day and feel proud.
Caryn | The Muse Who Started It All
The self love photo session that inspired the rest — talking about my muse Caryn, and how her empowering photoshoot compelled me to choose self love as a niche.
All about Self Love Sessions and Why Every Modern Woman Deserves One
Sharing all about my Self Love Sessions — answering questions, sharing the power behind them and why every modern woman deserves one.
What to Expect When You Book a Photo Session with Me
When you book a photo session with me, it’s an experience. Whether it’s a self love focus, branding focus or a hybrid of both. The full process broken out in this post.
Back to Work: New Year, New Vibe for The Grey Edit Photo in 2024
All about the new and improved process, pricing and offerings. The Grey Edit Photo is back, revamped and ready for business. Read all about it here.
When Greenery & Good Skin Collide | Jennifer Hartley of SkinSynthesis
Medical Director & NP Injector, Jennifer Hartley of Skin Synthesis shows us what “synthesizing the skin you’re in” means
Beautifully Curated Homes by Aimee of AM Interior Design
She curates beautiful homes and does it in style — one epic end of year branding sesh for interior designer, Aimee Meisgeier of AM Interior Design
A New Year for Real Estate Expert & Yogi, Ferrah Seifert
Ferrah shows us how she balances her life with real estate and yoga — one healthy mix for this third branding shoot
A Fresh, New Look for M. Spring Creative
White label designer, Maya Geddes, decided her brand needed a fresh new twist — incorporating organic, juicy elements
How to Love on Yourself in Style with Elisa Yip
She brought the luxe lingerie and classy sex appeal — Elisa shows us how to love on yourself in style
Sequoia Leopold | Flawless Beauty Bars
Studio branding shoot for Sequoia Leopold, the owner and operator behind Flawless Beauty Bars in Kirkland.
How to Make the Most of Your Photoshoot with Me (The After-Plan)
What to do after your photoshoot — tips on how to make the most of your shoot.
How I Run My Photography Business : Fave Platforms & Apps
Sharing my favorite platforms and app that help me run my photography business.
Style Guide : What to Wear to Your Photoshoot
High level tips and suggestions on what to wear to your photoshoot.
