Welcome to my blog! I'm so excited to have you here as I share my love for capturing event photography out and about in Port Townsend. I'll also post session photos from family gatherings to high school seniors, and even the adorable pets that steal our hearts, I believe every photo has a unique story.
Join me on this journey as I showcase my favorite portraits and share the stories behind them. I invite you to enjoy my posts including some fun videos/slideshows I have shared. Don't hesitate to leave a comment. Your feedback and interaction mean the world to me as I continue to pursue my passion for photography.
 
Today would have been my parent's 75th wedding anniversary. I treasure this and other family photos I have collected over time. Years ago my Dad passed boxes of old family photos on to me saying, "No one but you will appreciate these when we are gone." My passion for photography and preserving memories for my clients is influenced by having photos like this one of my family.
In 1950 my Dad was in the Army, just back from Japan and I think stationed at Camp McCoy in Wisconsin when they were married. Those bow ties are something else, that seems a bit wild for my Dad. I love that I have a print of this image which has held up amazingly well. I have several other photos from their wedding day too. I have only worked with a digital camera, so I'm really impressed with the ability of the film Photographer from the Montgomery Studio in Harvard, Illinois.
My Dad passed a couple of months before their 70th anniversary and my Mom passed six months later. After Mom died, my cousin, Andy shared a news clipping from the Beloit Daily News “Especially for Women” section from June 1, 1950. I knew they were married at the Christ Lutheran Church in Sharon, Wisconsin but I was surprised to learn it was a candlelight service on a Tuesday at 3 pm. It was a single-ring service before 100 friends and relatives. Sharon was a small community then with only about 1200 residents. I marvel that 100 people were there at the church on a workday afternoon. I wonder if in the early 1950’s was a mid-week, afternoon candlelight, single ring ceremony with sweet peas bouquets popular?
The newspaper wrote an incredibly detailed description of Mom’s dress. “The bride wore a gown of white marquisette, fashioned with a double ruffle of lace styling the decollete neckline, fitted bodice with tiny buttons up the back and a fully gathered skirt draped aside to reveal row upon row of ruffled lace, and terminating in a swirl of trains. Her fingertip veil of the gossamer white net with an edge of lace was held by a crown of lace and scrolled satin. She carried a bouquet of white roses and pale blue sweet peas, centered by pink roses.” She/he went on to describe the three-tiered cake, the song, I Love You Truly was song by Dorothy Lee, details of the clothes my Grandmother’s wore, even the tan suit with white accessories Mom was to wear on their honeymoon. I can almost picture all of this without a photograph but how precious it is to have one.
It is amazing all the questions you find unanswered after losing your parents. Learning the details of their wedding day is something I wished I had asked about when they were alive. How wonderful they had each other for almost 70 years. They made quite a team.
Ready to capture some beautiful memories with your family? As your family photographer, I'll help you freeze those precious moments in time. From posed group portraits to individual images, I'll create a collection of photos that you too will treasure for years to come. Let's make memories together! Give me a call today to book your session. (360)385-2662
"I'm still passionately interested in what my fellow humans are up to. For me, a day spent monitoring the passing parade is a day well-spent." Garry Trudeau
I'm finally wrapping up editing photos from Rhody Week. Port Townsend knows how to throw a festival with a variety of parades! Every year, I look forward to capturing the vibrant spirit of our community during the Grand Parade. 2024's edition had the floats, bands, and smiles zipping by a tad faster, challenging me to click as quickly as my shutter would allow! I dodged candy and bubbles (all in a day's work/volunteering 😄) and caught my breath as Summer Martell soared above us in her stunning biplane. 🛩️ Out of nearly 500 shots, I've created a 5-minute slideshow with some of my favorites. I hope you enjoy the slideshow, whether you were there on Saturday or part of the parade, or missed seeing the parade. Thank you to all the parade entries and to all the volunteers who made Rhody Week such a success.
If you're not in the parade, you watch the parade. That's life. Mike Ditka
Port Townsend 2023 Rhody Parade
Everybody loves a parade, especially in Port Townsend.
A little video/slideshow I put together of some of my favorite photos from last year's Rhody Grand Parade. I have hundreds, maybe thousands of photos that I have taken over the years so I had trouble narrowing this video down to just over 100 images. Putting the images together, by year, as a slideshow feels like an easier way to finally share them. I think this video represents the uniqueness of our community and shows the amount of effort and hours of hard work from volunteers to make this parade such a fun yearly event.
I've added a couple of silly parade quotes just for fun. I love a good quote or two.
And when it rains on your parade, look up rather than down. Without the rain, there would be no rainbow. Gilbert K. Chesterton
Style is when they're running you out of town and you make it look like you're leading the parade. William Battie
Parades are man's attempt to make traffic exciting. Demetri Martin
Never let the guy with the broom decide how many elephants can be in the parade. Merlin Mann
"I'm still passionately interested in what my fellow humans are up to. For me, a day spent monitoring the passing parade is a day well-spent." Garry Trudeau
Here’s another throwback video from our Port Townsend Rhody Parade—this one is from 2018! 🌺 I have a treasure trove of photos I've been eager to share, and with this year's parade kicking off at 1 PM today, the excitement is in the air
Never let the guy with the broom decide how many elephants can be in the parade. Merlin Mann
I'm having a blast going through hundreds of Rhody Festival photos, some dating back to 2004! 📸 I wanted to share these memories through fun little slideshows/videos instead of letting them gather dust on an old computer.
It's heartwarming to see kids I photographed nearly 20 years ago now bringing their little ones to this cherished community event. The Rhody Festival has deep roots, starting during WWII, and it’s wonderful to witness such a timeless tradition continue.
A huge shoutout to all the amazing volunteers who work tirelessly to make this happen, everyone who participates in the parade, and those who already have their lawn chairs lined up for the Grand Parade this weekend!
2012 Port Townsend Rhody Grand Parade Deja View Photography
Rain rain go away, don't you know it's Rhody Grand Parade day. The rain didn't dampen the parade in 2016 hopefully it won't today either.
Yesterday was the opening day of the 33rd Port Townsend Farmers Market, and what an incredible experience it was! Amanda, the Market Manager, asked me to capture the joy of the day—especially people with their flowers and produce baskets.
I was pleasantly surprised by how eager everyone was to let me photograph them! My new go-to line became, “Show me your produce!” and it led to so many delightful interactions. This particular photo is one of my favorites: I politely interrupted these two lovely ladies to ask if they’d pose together.
At first, I assumed they were friends, but later, one of them approached me to share how wonderful it was that I captured their fun moment together since they had just met! It reminded me of a beautiful quote by Jodi Picoult: “A photo says, you were happy, and I wanted to catch that. A photo says, you were so important to me that I put down everything else to come watch.”
Here’s to the new friendships formed and the smiles shared at the market! I took over 200 photos yesterday and narrowed it down to around 60 favorites. I'm sure Amanda will be sharing those along with the group photo and ribbon cutting next week. What a wonderful day it was.
At Deja View Photography, I specialize in creating professional headshots that showcase your unique personality and style. Whether you're a business owner, medical provider, a real estate broker, or simply looking to update your image, a great headshot is essential in representing your brand or personal image. Give me a call today to schedule an appointment. 360 385-2662.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Susie Haynes, a dynamic local real estate broker and fitness trainer, for an exciting branding photography session. When a client's passion shines through their work, it’s my job to capture that essence and showcase it in the best light!
We kicked off our session at her beautiful home, where I captured her in a relaxed yet professional environment, perfect for highlighting her real estate expertise. The natural setting allowed Susie’s personality to shine, making her approachable and relatable to potential clients.
Next, we moved on to her fitness studio, where the energy and enthusiasm truly came to life! Susie's dedication to fitness and empowering others was palpable as she demonstrated exercises and interacted with her space. I wanted to capture the vigor and positivity that Susie brings, so we had a blast while shooting.
Collaboration is key in these sessions, and Susie provided great insight into her vision. I was able to create a collection of images that reflect her dual career—showcasing her professionalism in real estate and her commitment to fitness training.
If you’re looking to elevate your personal brand, consider how photography can help tell your story. Whether you’re a real estate agent like Susie or run a business in a different field, personalized branding sessions can make all the difference.
You can learn more about the training she offers by visiting her business page at Susie Keefer Training on Facebook!
Let’s connect if you’re interested in your own branding session!
I'm thrilled and filled with deep gratitude to share that Deja View Photography has been acknowledged as the 2024 Best Photographer in Jefferson County by the readers of the Peninsula Daily News! From the bottom of my heart, thank you to all my amazing clients and friends. This award is so much more than just a beautifully designed certificate; it's a testament to the incredible journey we've shared since 2005, capturing precious memories and moments that document our community's spirit. From my earliest days at the Farmers Market to the opening of my portrait studio in Port Townsend, each photograph and shared connection has deepened my love and appreciation for my craft. Your trust in me to document both community milestones and you and your families has been a great privilege.
I also want to extend my respect to the array of other talented Photographers in our community. This award is a reminder that being the "best" photographer isn’t about competition; it's about striving to bring out the best in our clients, capturing timeless images, offering great customer service and delivering quality products meant to last a lifetime.
A recent review from a cherished client on my Yelp account truly warmed my heart, and I wanted to share it with you. Since capturing their first family photo in 2017, our relationship has blossomed into a long-distance friendship as they live in California but occasionally visit Port Townsend. She was in town on New Year's Eve so we went out for a delicious meal at the Fountain Restaurant together. Our visit was a reminder of the special connection photography brings into our lives.
Deja is an absolute jewel of a photographer! Our family had her take portraits on the beach in Fort Worden five years ago and each photograph was stunningly beautiful. This past summer, our family held a Celebration of Life and asked Deja to be our photographer. We discovered later, she had just had surgery but didn't tell us and graciously accepted the invitation. You would have never known! Everyone attending our event not only fell in love with her photographs, but with her charming and delightful personality. Her meticulous attention to detail is quickly evident when you receive your gorgeous photographs. She will go to the ends of the earth to make your order perfect. Deja created the most beautiful book of photographs from our celebration and we loved it so much, we had two more books made. Deja is extremely gracious, kind and extraordinarily talented. She is truly the perfect photographer.
 Family Reunion at Fort Worden
“I try to find a reason to laugh each day. Somehow, if you can incorporate laughter into your day, every day, it really helps. It’s the little things in life that make me happy.”– Faith Hill
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