Journal
Wedding tips, real sessions, and the occasional sailing story.
A foggy sunrise elopement at The Castle at Summit Lake near Olympia, Washington, featuring quiet moments by the water, frost-covered docks, and dramatic Pacific Northwest scenery. Captured by Olympia wedding photographer Rachel Konsella.
Family photos at Tolmie State Park in Olympia, Washington, plus why this park is my go-to for families with little ones.
Camas WA wedding photographer captures a romantic Lacamas Lake Park wedding filled with forest light, fencing swords, and authentic Pacific Northwest love.
Senior Portraits in Olympia: A Recent Session Highlight Senior year is such a big milestone — full of excitement, change, and a little bit of reflection. I recently had the joy of photographing Jonah for their senior portraits at Tumwater Falls Park , and I couldn’t help but share a peek at this s
A high school senior’s portrait session at Tumwater Falls Park in Olympia, Washington on a beautiful autumn day.
Are you unsure about booking a second photographer? Here are some examples for when a second photographer is a great option.
A list of Olympia, Washington’s best venues to host a wedding or event.
A wedding photographers top tips on having a dog in a wedding.
An example of an outdoor wedding on Vashon Island in Washington.
Heather from the Ecotrust, first worked with me at a wedding in their Portland, Oregon wedding venue, the Irvine Street Studio . She was the venue event coordinator, and enjoyed working with me so much that she thought I’d be the perfect photographer to update their business team headshots and gro
High School Senior Photos in Bonney Lake, WA.
A Wedding Engagement photo session at McMenamins Edgefield that highlights the beautiful grounds of the property.
A family photo session at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma, Washington.
An example of a wedding on a sailboat in Olympia, WA photographed by Rachel Konsella Photography.
This is an emotional topic, but an important one. Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of ways that passed away loved ones can be honored at weddings, and I wanted to share with you, what I’ve seen if you need ideas for your wedding. If you’ve lost family members or friends who can’t be with you on
As I was selling my photo booth business, The Couve Booth , I was bitterly reminded of the original voice inside my head…. “You could never do it.” In Feb 2018, I made the decision (somewhat impulsively) to just go for it. I had been wanting to make a photo booth for over 5 years… and seriously,
Today I’m starting a personal challenge. My goal is to write. (At least) a paragraph every single day. There are no parameters. Except to write EVERY day. When I was a kid, I scribbled down on the “bucket list” piece of paper “write a book.” And truthfully, someday I still would li
Thunder Island in the Columbia Gorge is an absolutely beautiful place to have a wedding!
See why WSU Vancouver is a perfect place to do your engagement photos.
“Healing isn’t a straight line.”
A backyard wedding in Portland, Oregon.
See examples from an elopement wedding at Hug Point
Summit Grove is a wedding venue in Ridgefield, Washington. Summit Grove wedding venue is tucked away on five acres of private, beautifully wooded tranquil property situated just above the Lewis River, approximately 20 minutes north of Vancouver, Washington.
Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm Collaborative Blog Rachel and Missy originally met in a local photographer’s group in Vancouver, WA called Viewpoint Collaborative. A group of Pacific Northwest professional female photographers, specializing in different photography genres and styles, but who all share at le
What would you do if your partner said they were going shopping, and came back with a dog?!
Tips to help decide if it's time to book a branding photography photoshoot
Tips to help you prepare for what to wear for your branding session
Work smarter, not harder with these 3 free tools
Learn helpful tips to pick out the perfect outfits to look your best for your engagement session.
Letting go of shame for your decisions during Covid-19. You have an inner wisdom that no one else can see.
Discover the in’s and out’s of Lacamas Park in Camas, Washington
The most valuable lesson I learned while traveling for a photography conference.
Where to donate your wedding dress in Portland, Oregon.
A program to dream BIGGER than ever before, thinking about goals with a ten-year timeline. I’m doing the program Best Decade Ever by Mel Robbins. It can be done at any time, but I’m doing mine in January of 2020.
A list of the best wedding vendors in Vancouver, Washington. All vendors listed provide excellent service and are wedding vendors in Portland Oregon or Vancouver WA area. Find everything you need for your wedding right here.
Learn the #1 tip when it comes to holding your bouquet
Learn what to do after you get your wedding photos
