Our deepest gratitude goes to all the wonderful clients who made our business dreams come true this past year. Thank you to everyone in Snohomish County and beyond who chose us for their business, family, and senior grad portraits!
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Professional modern style headshot of a woman on a neautral white background
In a fast moving, snap judgment, online world, your professional headshot is indispensable. Years ago, first impressions were made in-person, today they are made through digital media. Your headshot precedes you like a digital handshake to prospective clients you have yet to meet. What does your current headshot say about you? Would you buy from that person?
Are embarrassing or require excuses
Look like cropped in snapshots
Are taken with a smartphone
Communicate a lack of investment in business
Make clients think the subject isn’t serious about his/her career
Is something you are proud of
Portrays you as confident and approachable
Shows you in a natural, relaxed state
Reveals a little personality and style
Communicates that you believe in yourself & your business
Modern style headshots of men in the studio and in a natural outdoor enviroment
Taking a few minutes to plan from head to toe goes a long way with how you will feel about your portrait. This image is one that will likely represent you for several years so give yourself permission to buy new clothing items to help you feel and look your best.
Above all, wear clothing that fits properly, meaning items that are not baggy or even one size off.
Avoid any clothing items or accessories with bright colors, bold patterns, big grid designs, or silky, shiny sheen. They are all very distracting.
Classic colors and small patterns are always safe, flattering, and timeless. Classic colors include Blacks, Browns, Grays, & Navy Blues.
Don’t wear short sleeves or Polos unless it is your uniform
Avoid going only solid white! It can create the illusion of extra weight, blow out under the lighting, or blend in too much with a white background. If you intend to wear white, it is usually best to minimize or tone it down with layers or a jacket.
Traditional style headshots on a gray background with special emphasis on 3 dimensional lighting
If you need a hair cut, having it done around 2 weeks before your session will allow it time to grow into the perfect look.
To look thinner and healthier, drink lots of water in the weeks ahead. Seriously, our bodies are made to retain and conserve water when we drink too little. Increasing your intake tells your body there is no longer a need for retention and it lets the water run through your body more efficiently.
Avoid excessive amounts of alcohol because it can turn your completion red.
Start managing your good rest at least three days before your session.
Men: Groom like you are preparing for a date.
Women: Feel free to get a manicure/pedicure. Even if it won't show in your final portrait, the confidence you feel will exude abundantly.
Bring a brush, comb, hair spray, or any last minute grooming items you may need with you to the headshot session.
Modern, but relaxed headshots done at night
We are here to help! Give us a call at 206.659.7468 for more info and availability or…
-JMB
© 2017 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle & Snohomish Professional Business Headshot Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Image by Ken Hammond
What an honor it has been to serve our community with the members of the Snohomish Kiwanis Club! To then be recognized as the "2016 Kiwanian of the Year" is a surprise beyond words! It's only been two short years since joining the club and I have learned so much by witnessing the heart, love, and pride members have for our city and its children in particular.
Everett Herald: Snohomish Kiwanis honor photographer as Member of the Year
If you are looking for a way to be involved in the community I highly recommend this group and you are always welcome to visit as my guest and see if it could be the right place for you also!
- JMB
© 2017 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle & Snohomish Business Headshot Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Being smart about your wedding and where to use your money, doesn’t mean having a cheap event. By focusing on a few principles, you can still maintain the spirit of the day you always dreamed of. Yes, it will require you to be a little more creative, but creativity always means more unique and personal.
Set expectations - Understand you can’t have everything, no one can
Be militant about your budget - Get our free auto budgeting tool
Style consideration - Modern, Minimalist, Simplicity, & Natural Beauty are super chique
Less is more - Doing less in one area means more in another
Be intentional about core items - Focus intensely on what is important
Begin by identifying the top two or three core items your wedding day must have. From here on out, these items are the filter by which all other decisions will be compared against. Is it the venue, a destination, or a season? Will you invest more in photography, videography, or music? Also consider which things you want people to remember after the wedding. Will it be the decorations, flowers, alcohol, food, or photo memories?
Trim your list. While inviting everyone you have ever known would be nice, cutting the guest list down is the single greatest way to save because it has a significant trickle-down effect. Limiting the attendees saves on all the other costs like venue size, catering, centerpieces, invitations, rentals, extra cake, drinks, and so on. It makes your wedding appear exclusive, not cheap.
Just because it is traditional doesn’t mean you have to do it. Doing traditional things just for the sake of doing them lengthens the event, adds some costs and requires vendors to stick around longer. If it isn’t you, ditch it.
If at all possible, avoid the prime times. Most wedding vendors have to maintain higher minimum booking fees during the busiest times of the year. Weekdays are always more affordable than weekends. Prime dates between May and October are always the most expensive so look at times between November and April.
DIY with class. DIY only looks cheap when there is too much DIY going on. Use it in one or two select areas you’re really excited about and your wedding is guaranteed to have a personal touch people will remember and talk about. Get started with these DIY Wedding Ideas on Pinterest.
Choose your colors wisely. Going with the seasonal colors saves money because you are also going with the seasonal flowers that are readily available in your area.
Look for combos. Many wedding vendors have the ability to combine services. Some DJ’s also offer lighting. Some Photographers do video. Some bands also MC. Some caterers can provide drinks or cakes.
Consider things that aren’t flowers. Just because it is outside of the norm, doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. We have seen stunning arrangements of herbs, wheat, sticks, ferns, evergreens, cactus, pine cones, and even paper. Also, be sure to have a look at these non-floral centerpieces. Here are more non-floral bouquet ideas.
Be selective on the drinks. Having countless alcoholic drinks available for guests is a huge cost. Limiting the selection turns it into a personal reception touch. If you have a favorite wine, craft beer, or cider, feature it proudly!
Make a smarter venue choice. Look for wedding venues that have their own natural character to avoid the cost of excessive decor. Choose a venue where you can host both the ceremony and reception to cut down on travel, time, and logistical expenses. Some venues will permit outside vendors which allows you more flexibility. Many venues include their own equipment and selections of decor you would otherwise need to rent.
Consult a bride. Who do you know that has been recently married? Brides are always eager to share insight from their wedding experience. Many things can only be learned in hindsight after the wedding so take a girlfriend out for coffee and ask what she would have done differently. What does she remember most? Was there anything she wished she had included? What things seem less important or are forgotten now?
The spirit of the wedding is you and what you put into it. The secret is to invest in the things you care about most. Guests come to support and celebrate the two of you and would rather enjoy the experience than extravagance. Remember also that some of the most elegant weddings are smaller affairs.
Are you considering an off-season or elopement wedding?
-JMB
© 2016 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Wedding Photographer & Snohomish Wedding Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
If your crossing Steven's Pass, the kids will be thrilled if you make a point to stop off in Skykomish. Located just two blocks off Hwy 2, the Great Northern & Cascade Railway operates a Museum and miniature 1/8th scale train to celebrate the heritage and history of the rails. It's much larger than one would first think with nearly half a mile of rail that carries riders through realistic tunnels and over trestles.
Inside the museum, kids will learn about history through a touch-and-feel experience. They are encouraged to explore vintage items of technology like telegraphs, telephones, and typewriters.
Staffed by volunteers and model train enthusiasts, this non-profit organization is open every weekend of the summer through October. Kids and adults are welcome to ride as many times as they like. Donations are welcomed and will assist with future developments like expanded rail lines, small scale buildings, and other interesting pieces of history.
You might not have known it, but Skykomish also has charming diners and shops you can visit while in town.
- JMB
© 2016 Jared M. Burns Photography
Snohomish County Family Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
If you live around Snohomish County, you probably know about the Best of Western Washington contest presented each year by King 5's Evening Magazine. It gives local businesses the opportunity to be recognized through votes from supporters. We are honored this year to be nominated together with many other wonderful photographers in our area.
Your votes matter and are greatly appreciated! Voting is open until October 23rd and the winners will be announced by King 5 on November 20th.
Jared M. Burns is a signature experience Seattle wedding photographer also providing emotional, personalized portraits to Snohomish County families.
We enhance the lives of our clients through a complete photography experience that is relationally based. We provide beautiful art for the home that becomes a central piece to our clients unique family identity, representing life and love in a single special moment they can return to through the years.
When it comes to local business, we are creating images in our community that help businesses leaders be creative, make money, and grow. It is my personal goal to make Snohomish the best looking business community.
© 2015 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Wedding Photographer & Snohomish Wedding Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Anna and Chad were simply a joy to work with at their Snohomish wedding. Knowing their priorities and purpose in life, right from the start they understood that photography was the greatest investment they could make at the beginning of their story. One of the most exciting things about being a photographer is building relationships that often begin at the engagement session as was the case with these two. It then grows as I join them on the journey toward the wedding. Not only am I pleased to welcome them into our photography family, I am proud to call them friends!
Anna's Personal Team:Venue: Hope Foursquare Church - Snohomish, WA | Wedding Planners: Megan Ferguson & Mother of the Bride | Wedding Dress: David's Bridal | Photographer: Jared M. Burns Photography - Seattle Wedding Photographer | Catering: Java Haus Cafe & Catering - Snohomish Wedding Vendor | Officiator: Neil Kelly (Family) | Makeup: Bethany J. Burns Makeup Artistry - Snohomish Makeup Artist | Floral Design: Mary Davis (Friend) | Cake Design: Happy Cakes & Events
-JMB
© 2013 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Wedding Photographer & Snohomish Wedding Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Snohomish, WA is a little wedding capitol unto its own with more than 25 venues, each offering a unique characteristic to fit any style. Angie and Shane chose the more traditional style of "A Chapel on Swan's Trail," a little country church that reminded her of home in the English countryside. Their sense of humor was the center point of their wedding day and will be one of the defining qualities that bring joy to their new marriage. They are also backed by the love of a great family that was willing to fly in from all corners of the world to be with them on their special day.
Angie's Personal Team: Venue: A Chapel on Swan's Trail | Wedding Planner: Lynn Hallstrom | Photographer: Jared M. Burns | Catering: The Oxford | Officiator: Pastor Reuben Sapien | Floral Design: Lynn Hallstrom | Limo: 1st Class Limousine
-JMB
© 2011 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Wedding Photographer & Snohomish Wedding Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Amber's Personal Production Team: Makeup: Bethany J. Burns Makeup Artistry | Photographer: Jared M. Burns
Production Notes: Two light setup (one strobe in a bare bulb beauty dish, one strobe with a 1/4 inch grid and colored gel) / silver reflector under chin / black background / 5000K / ISO 400 / 50mm lens / f3.2 / 1/200 sec / no color correction / no Photoshop enhancement / very light retouching & sharpening
-JMB
© 2011 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Snohomish Professional Business Headshot Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Kara's Personal Production Team: Makeup: Bethany J. Burns Makeup Artistry | Photographer: Jared M. Burns
Production Notes: Two light setup (one strobe in a bare bulb beauty dish, one strobe with a 1/4 inch grid and colored gel) / silver reflector under chin / black background / 5000K / ISO 400 / 50mm lens / f3.2 / 1/200 sec / no color correction / no Photoshop enhancement / very light retouching & sharpening
-JMB
© 2011 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle and Snohomish Professional Business Headshot Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
Robyn and Ryan are some of the most sincere people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Their day was exactly what they deserved, surrounded by all the equally genuine family and friends that helped shape their lives. It came as no surprise they chose Hidden Meadows as one of the only venues in Snohomish, Washington large enough to host them all. Their style centered on very thoughtful romantic expressions that were shared between each other in one magical, timeless moment after another. Every wedding is the beginning of a new journey, but they are on an adventure as they began their new life together in Germany and are currently making epic memories all over Europe!
Robyn's Personal Team:
Venue: Hidden Meadows, Snohomish | Wedding Dress: David's Bridal | Photographer: Jared M. Burns | Catering: Brown's Catering | Tux: Men's Warehouse | Officiator: A Heavenly Ceremony | Cake Design: Divine Confections | DJ/Music: Otto-Matic Otto Olson
-JMB
© 2011 Jared M. Burns Photography
Seattle Wedding Photographer & Snohomish Wedding Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
“There are no seven wonders of the world in the eyes of a child. There are seven million.”
- Walt Streightiff
© 2010 Jared M. Burns Photography
Snohomish Family Photographer
www.jaredmburns.com | 206.659.7468 | info@jaredmburns.com
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