A Family Session, with The Gibsons

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That’s not to say this shoot was chaotic. Not for me, at least. Though Kelly and Roger may tell you otherwise. I captured this family, in their home and alongside the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington.
Interested in booking a session? You can visit my website for more information, or email me: ashleyjennett @ gmail.com. I’ll be in Northern California October 19-22 and have just a few slots left.