Seattle wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer, Kim Charie, specializes in fabulous weddings, newborn & children portraits and lifestyle family portraits.
I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer based out of Seattle, WA. I love good conversations (best over coffee), old photographs, maps, and listening to stories. I'm totally giddy over new babies, cute couples and my fur babies. I eat too much chocolate and watch too many reality shows, sometimes they go really well together. And, I'm completely crazy about my husband and his darling accent.
My blog is a journal, a personal yet public journey, which documents my story as a photographer. I have met some pretty amazing people and continue to meet more. So go ahead and introduce yourself, I would love to meet you! Feel free to leave a comment or give me a call at 425.354.8620so we can chat. I look forward to it!
From the moment I met these two, I knew we would have a lot of fun…and I knew that underneath Joe’s quiet smile there was a comedian. This was the first time I got to see these two together, as they both live in Maryland. Wendy & Joe met at law school, fell in love and like they say, the rest is history.
In the midst of their wedding celebrations, we met at the lovely Golden Gardens in Ballard. I got them all to myself for a few hours before they left for a dreamy boat ride that evening. Their wedding weekend was planned so perfectly, everyone they love was there to celebrate with them. And their wedding, to die for gorgeous. More of that to come in a few….
But, first, here is Wendy + Joe just before their wedding day.
Diandra Uttech - Fabulous as usual!!!! Is ths Sandy's daughter???
Wendy - SO Beautiful Thank you so much Kim It was such an amazing experience I can't wait to put the pictures up in our new home in ALASKA!!!!!! Can't wait to see the wedding pictures
Erin & Chad couldn’t have picked a more perfect day for their wedding, it was gorgeous. Their wedding was held at the Sanders Mansion in Kent, WA, a charming house built back in 1912 with acres of farmland. Every moment they shared was surrounded by their loved ones and filled with tons of laugher and tears. There wasn’t a dull moment, this group really knows a good time.
It was beautiful day. Congratulations again, you both make a lovely pair!
tara - Gorgeous!! Love them!! Makes me want to get married all over again!! Another amazing job Kimmer!
David - Yes, I want to get married all over again too!
Michaela - Kim, gorgeous wedding and another great job! I have to agree with Tara, it makes me want to get married all over again..
Jean Carter - Kim, you are the real deal! I love how you captured the subtle details of this beautiful event! Gorgeous people in gorgeous settings! Well done (again)!!!
heather conniff - i got goose bumps from the last picture, i like it that much :) XOXO
Polly Purkhiser....Granny - What can I say other than your talent just keeps growing and my complments keep growing. Kim, you are a very special grandaughter!!!!! Love you bunches, Granny
These two beautiful little girls stole my heart. One completely calm and quiet, the other willing to share her every opinion. Both easy to soothe by their parents voices and both so darling I couldn’t stop staring at them.
I met Beth and Scott at their house for the babies first shoot, (just like I always do with newborn sessions). And, the girls couldn’t be more happy and comfortable for their pictures, true naturals already. They slept like champs and smiled at the most perfect times. It also helped a ton that their parents were right there to comfort them. I always love watching new moms and dads with their babies, my absolute favorite is listening to their conversations. I find it so fascinating how the babies can always find their parents voice, how they turn their head to listen to their mom or dad talk to them. Priceless. I could see right through Scott and Beth, their happiness truly shines when they’re with these girls.
Here is Annie & Claire, just under 2 weeks.
This is Claire.
And, this is Annie.
Two little peas.
I caught a few pictures of the girls smiling in their sleep, they’re so lovely.
Polly Purkhiser....Granny - My Dear Kim....You make me so proud. The tears come, reading your sweet thougts because I know the words come from your heart. You have such a talent....clicking the camera at the right times. Jenny and Logan are so very blessed having Annie and Claire...beautiful baby girls!! Love you Kim, Granny
heather conniff - these 2 babies are SOOO cute!
Diandra Uttech - Oh MY!!!!! They are so precious!!!!! I love all of the pics-you never cease to amaze me!!
I always ask my clients to pick their locations for our shoots. I want them to choose somewhere meaningful, a place where they have memories. It helps me tell their story.
A special spot hidden in the middle of Whidbey Island is Logan’s family cabin, where he spent most of his free time growing up. It’s also a place where he asked Jenny if she would marry him. Years later, they still visit the cabin. It’s their home away from home. I love they have somewhere they can keep coming back to and relive their memories, including this day when I photographed them together in anticipation of their little boy’s arrival.
Jenny, your smile couldn’t be more happy, you look amazing carrying your new world. I can’t wait to meet your little guy.
heather conniff - She is absolutely stunning pregnant! I love these pictures as you can truly see the joy in their faces. I too am soooo excited to meet this sweet little boy. Great work Kim, as always!! XOXO
Sarah K - I'm loving the one with their pup in the water and their feet dangling! Jenny looks great! What an exciting time for you to capture for them...
Kimbra - Gorgeous shots Kim!!! Congrats Jenny- what a wonderful time for you:):).
katie gibson - I love the pic with newman in the water. What a special place to photograph. It'll be such a great place to share new moments with little Elis! Great pics!
I’ve never felt such heavy emotion. The birth of their son is such a beautiful story, I am so moved.
I remember walking into their room, all was quiet and calm. I could see her concentrating with each breath, determined for a natural delivery. Her husband was by her side at every moment holding her hands, weeping at times because all the emotion was just too much. It was happening so quickly. Before I knew it, Keely had their son in her arms, the smile on her face still overwhelms me. And, the moments following make me completely speechless. The birth of this child was magic.
Thank you again Keely and Rob, for letting me share the day your son was born. I feel incredibly privileged to have witnessed such a miracle, thank you for giving me such an amazing opportunity. All my love to you, xoxox
Keely Krause - Kim- I'm not sure Rob and I will ever be able to express to you how thankful we are that you were apart of this day. Your work is incredible. We love you so much. Keely, Rob, & Cole
Diandra Uttech - Well, I sat here and BAWLED my eyes out at the incredible story you were able to tell through your photos! There are so many amazing pictures, what a beautiful story!!!! LOVED it!
Jenny - I cried too!! What an amazing journey! You could feel all the emotions just watching the slideshow! He is ADORABLE!!! Congrats!
Janice and Rich Corbin - AMAZING GRACE !!!!
OUR LOVE TO THE FAMILY XOXOXO
RICH AND JANICE
Andree Nelson - Kim
Ken and I keep watching this video and every time we watch we cry We go through all of the emotions we felt that day as well as all the joy. Watching our baby have a baby is indescribable.
You captured the birth of our grandson but most of all you captured are hearts. Your work is beautiful. You are a very talented girl. Thank you so very much. We love it and we love you for making it so special. XOXOXOX
tara - So beautiful and moving, I'm a total mess!! You captured such emotion and energy with your photos Kimmer. What a beautiful family. So happy for you Keely, Rob, and baby Cole :)
MOM Purkhiser - WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kim, you and Shaun are an amazing duo !! Your talent and gift has done it again...capturing all those incredible moments of Cole's birth. I'm so proud of you...and so amazed at your gift of photography !!
Amanda Howse - Great expressions, such a wonderful thing to witness. Priceless.
Sheryl Brown - Wow, this is amazing Kim! So touching and so neat to be able to watch Rob & Keely and their families experience the birth of Cole, and all of the emotions that day. You will be getting a call from me very soon! :) Love you Krauses, this video is priceless!
heather conniff - ahhhh, my dear friend Keely! I sobbed just about the entire video, SO amazing and so excited for this sweet family. Cole is amazing, however I may be a bit biased b/c ALL Cole's seem to be pretty wonderful:) I love you my dear friend, welcome to the world of crazy love, the journey is just beginning. Congrats! XOXO
Kimbra - Absolutely stunning Kim!! I cried through the entire video...Congrats Keely & Rob- welcome to the world Cole:-).
Sarah K - Drowning...in...my...tears! I should have known better than to watch this while fighting a cold! Amazing Kim! What a extraordinary day you captured for your friends!
Rob Krause - Kim, Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us. I remember being hesitant for this to take place, but I am forver grateful that you were apart of Cole's birth. Keely and I are forever thankful and blessed with such an amazing documentary. You are amazing!
Bob and Diane Thompson - Oh My...............What a beautiful miracle of life. We did cry and feel such emotions for you and your entire family. Kim's pictures capture the hope and joy as you prepare for the birth of your first child. The photos are beautiful and we thank you for sharing your special day with us. Love to you all.
by Kim
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