THE SMILEY BLOG

Planning your child’s Mitzvah can be pretty stressful. This is such a major moment in their life, and you want to honor it in every way possible! If you need help getting started, the first step is to find an event venue that has all the accommodations you need for the perfect celebration. As a […]

As a Kirkland senior photographer, I adore working with students so they feel ready for their photo sessions. One question I am asked a lot is whether or not you should book a makeup artist. My answer? Absolutely yes! While I know there are tutorials out there to help you achieve the perfect look, it’s […]

When you are applying to college, one of the biggest factors for helping you land your dream school is your SAT score. Not only is this going to help the university admissions office take notice, but it will also help you with things like scholarships. You need a higher score, and I would love to […]

The weeks leading up to the SAT can really be stressful. This test could potentially be the thing that helps you get into your dream school, paving the way for your career. It can also play a big role in helping you land a scholarship. No pressure, though, right? The best thing you can do […]

Booking senior pictures can feel like the beginning of an end. After all, this is your chance to show off your accomplishments and celebrate the conclusion of high school. At the same time, you want to be sure you book with plenty of time before graduation actually arrives. It can be hard to get the […]

High school is such an important time in your teenager’s life. This is their time to build up friendships that are going to last them for the rest of their life. At the same time, it’s their chance to pursue their own interests and find their strengths, which will eventually inform their career. So, when […]

When you live in the Pacific Northwest, you need a go-to spot anytime you want to get a warm summer glow. The truth is that while we have some of the best sites for getting out into nature, we don’t always get the premium sunshine you need for a good tan. If you could use […]

High school is such a critical time in your child’s life. This is going to be the stage when they start exploring what they are passionate about while laying the foundation for their future career. This is also going to be the time when they build friendships that will be there throughout the rest of […]

When you are preparing for your senior portrait session, there is a good chance you are looking for ways you can show off your personality. Props are not only going to help you add some character to your sessions, but they will also give you more natural ways to pose so you are not standing […]

Let’s be honest for a second. Seattle can be great for so many things, like going for a nice, long hike or grabbing a really great cup of coffee. It’s not, however, the place you go when you need to get a tan. Whether you want to look warm and glowy for your prom or […]