I just decided. I’m blogging again.
The goal for this session was to get photographic evidence of their life and their house in Portland, OR before a big adventurous move to Ukraine, where Mom was raised. It took place just a few weeks before they left – so the photos were delivered and viewed in Ukraine – cool. Two things to note: I was warned before-hand that Dad was notoriously awkward for photos, and was texted hours before by mom in a last minute panic about the house. FYI this is a very very typical house for me to shoot in. Modest, small, patchy light – you will see we clung to windows. It was perfect. I tell you this to prove a point: it doesn’t matter, because you would never know.
I will make sure your husband has fun and your house looks flooded in light. ;)
These might be some of my favorite pics you’ve ever posted! Love them all!
Insanely amazing!!
I’m with Erin.
Incredible. The light, the love.
I’ve followed you for years, but never commented.
These pictures – I don’t even have words…. Bravo Tara!
It is true. You flood our homes with light. So beautiful.
Aaaah, this is beautiful! You are so talented! The way you capture peoples lifes and at the same time make it look like beautiful art!
thank you SO much for blogging again. i have missed you-and these beautiful images are just tremendous. you are amazing and i really appreciate you sharing your talent with the world!!!
I’m with Shannon. I have so missed your blogging and sharing your talent. Welcome back, Tara!
Damn girl. That is all. Welcome back, nerd.
Such feeling! Love these photos!
I am so happy you are blogging again!
Love these so much!!!!
Welcome back, I’ve missed your blogging! These photos are truly amazing – your ability to capture real people is an amazing talent. Beautiful!!
So beautiful, Tara. You have such an amazing gift!
I just checked in on what you’re up to after a long time away…and discovered that you posted just yesterday, after a long time away. Just a little bit of serendipity I guess. Tara I’ve followed you for years, and YOU are the reason I fell in love with photography. Thank you for being an inspiration to so many with your photos and your words. You are cherished. <3
Tara, these are amazing! I am so happy to hear you are blogging again. I am so looking forward to it. I have been following you for a while now. Your work is so inspiring. Welcome back!!
I love it when you blog! Gorgeous pictures from the heart of a family.
So glad that you’re blogging again. I’m always amazed by the simply beautiful way you capture family.
yay blogging! much rejoicing!
so glad you are blogging again :)
omg you have captured all the love & tenderness & laughter in these photos! Glad you are back blogging & I’m an original reader from way way back!
I have soooo missed your blog. Welcome back. <3
Tara Whitney = magic. These photos are amazing! And fist bump to blogging!
these are gorgeous & I’m so happy to see a blog post! it all can’t be contained in a square!
To say I’ve missed your blogging is an understatement and I am not sure what led me over here to have a hopeful peek tonight! I am absolutely over the moon. Love.Love.Love this post and I just want to say … “thanks for the M.A.G.I.C!” and “Welcome back” you have been so missed. Of course, I follow you on Insta but it’s not the same! <3
God, I adore your work.
Yay you’re back!!! I’ve missed your blog so much!!! Love your work!!
Such real moments. Relaxed and loved filled. Thank you for sharing!