THE SMILEY BLOG

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 […]

When you are in school, a tutor is one of the best tools you can have. Not only are they going to be there to take complicated subjects and make them more accessible, but they can provide you with personalized help for everything from exams to college applications. Essentially, a tutor is going to be […]

While I believe there’s never a bad reason to treat yourself to a manicure, I always suggest my clients get one before they book a portrait session. This is the easiest way to add in a bit of personality while coordinating with the rest of your outfit. Whether you are getting ready for your own […]

Your child’s school is a big deal. This is where they will spend much of their time building friendships that will last for years. Even from elementary school, they are creating a foundation that will affect the way they learn for years to come. So, when it comes time to pick out a private school, […]

Throughout your senior year, homecoming might take a backseat to prom, but it is still a pretty exciting ordeal. This is the last time you are celebrating the start of school, the beginning of the end, so to speak. This year is all about making memories with your friends before you go off in different […]

When you’re planning a celebration, you know how important it is to have a really great cake. It’s the centerpiece of the event and serves as a sweet way to bring everyone together. Now, it’s just a question of where to get it! As an Issaquah senior and Mitzvah photographer, I get the chance to […]

Your senior pictures are a pretty huge deal. This is your way of celebrating your accomplishments and showing the world that you are done with high school! These pictures are going to live on in frames inside your parents’ entryway and on graduation announcements across refrigerators. Don’t worry, though. I have you covered! As a […]

Once you start focusing on your college, grades and scores quickly become your life. And while devoting hours to studying might be pretty effective, it never hurts to have an extra bit of help. If you’re looking for one of the best ways to build up your college application, you might want to consider working […]

Throughout high school, a tutoring center is one of the best tools you can have. Yes, they’re going to be there for the moments when you need a little extra help while struggling with a topic, but they can also help you with tests and college prep. By working with a tutoring center, you will […]