THE SMILEY BLOG

Food really does have a way of bringing people together. It sets the mood for your celebration and gives your party a way to stick out from the rest. If you have been working to build the perfect menu for your child’s Mitzvah, the first step is to find a great caterer. That’s where I […]

There are a lot of things that go into planning the perfect Mitzvah from the venue to the catering. But when it comes to actually keeping the party going, a fabulous DJ is going to make all the difference! Good thing we have some amazing options across the Bellevue area! As a Seattle Mitzvah photographer, […]

There is so much planning that happens before a Mitzvah. While your child is studying the sacred passages, you’re googling vendors and trying to find a caterer that can actually keep kosher. If you’re stressing about it, I would love to help you out! As a Bellevue Mitzvah photographer, I spend a lot of time […]

When you think about places to go to get gorgeous, sun-kissed skin, there’s a good chance Seattle isn’t exactly high on your list. We have such a reputation for our sunless days that we supported the entire vampire folklore movement of the 2010s! If you feel like going into your senior session with a perfect […]

There is a ton of planning that goes into planning your child’s mitzvah, from the decorations to the catering. Your child has been working on this achievement for such a long time, and you want to make sure the celebration is nothing less than perfect. As a Seattle bar and bat mitzvah planner, I spend […]

Volunteering is truly one of the best things you can do throughout high school. It’s going to give you a positive experience as you help your community, plus it’s going to look really, really good on those college applications. If you have been considering getting started, the most important thing is that you find a […]

College is a really huge deal. Yes, it’s the thing that’s going to launch your career, but it’s also going to help you find the friendships that will last for the rest of your life. But you’re smart, so you already know this. The thing you now most need to know is how to land […]

Throughout high school, you spend a lot of time thinking about what college will look like. You dream about the groups you’ll join, the friendships you’ll build, and the opportunities you’ll have. One thing you’re probably not excited about, however, are the gen eds. When your schedule is loaded with a repeat of high school […]

In the months leading up to prom and homecoming, you put a lot of thought into your entire look, from the dress to the accessories. You make your hair appointment, shop around for the best manicures, and browse through the profiles of different makeup artists. So, when it comes time to find your flowers for […]

As a Seattle-area senior photographer, I get the chance to chat with a lot of seniors who want that classic college experience without straying too far away from their hometown. You should get the chance to live in a dorm, explore the campus, and eat a surplus of cafeteria food while still getting to visit […]