Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Nancy Steele Portraiture West Linn, Lake Oswego, Oregon, High School, Family, Maternity Photographer ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-blog-west-linn-oregon/) - [How to take better portraits](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/how-to-take-better-portraits/) - Taking better portraits for the holidays and everyday I thought I’d share some fun easy ideas to help you create better everyday images and especially for the upcoming holidays. I’m gonna keep it really basic to just a few ideas, so play around see if you get some better images and let me know if you - [Portraits with a Purpose to benefit Sarah Bellum's Bakery](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portraits-with-a-purpose-to-benefit-sarah-bellums-bakery/) - West Linn, Lake Oswego, Oregon, High School, Family, Maternity Photographer West Linn Photographer, Non Profit, Sarah Bellum's Bakery, Portland, Oregon, - [Celebrate Family](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/celebrate-family/) - West Linn Photographer offers a 'celebrate family' studio day April 15th to capture your family love - [New Year, New You... Business Session Special](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/new-year-new-you-business-session-special/) - Perfect time to start again with a new headshot! Have you ever had a professional Headshot? How old is your headshot? Do you look the same as when it was last taken? Well, I am here to help you look & feel your best starting out the new year. I did get started a bit - [It's here,West Linn Portrait Food Raiser year 10](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/its-herewest-linn-portrait-food-raiser-year-10/) - Year end 2022 we completed 10 years of the Portrait Food Raiser. As a community we We raised a total of over 9000 lbs of food in 10 years, well done and thank you to all that have been a part of this fantastic community event. We will move onto another local non profit to help, - [West Linn family portraits in the garden... And Yes, let's include the fur baby!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-family-portraits-in-the-garden-and-yes-lets-include-the-fur-baby/) - [Beach Sessions 2022 July 24-30th, West Linn Portraits](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beach-sessions-2022-july-24-30th-west-linn-portraits/) - [Hard at work, Nancy in Lake Oswego Photographing.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/hard-at-work-nancy-in-lake-oswego-photographing/) - [A Mothers love, for family & the pups, West Linn, Lake Oswego Family Portrait Session](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/a-mothers-love-for-family-the-pups-west-linn-lake-oswego-family-portrait-session/) - [West Linn Bernese Mountain dogs, The 3 bears.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-bernese-mountain-dogs-the-3-bears/) - [Joseph! West Linn Class of 2022 Senior](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/joseph-west-linn-class-of-2022-senior/) - [West Linn Senior Portraits, Garden style with Annalee.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-senior-portraits-garden-style-with-annalee/) - [West Linn Graduation, Candy Lai, & Family Portraits!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-graduation-candy-lai-family-portraits/) - [West Linn Family Celebration at the beautiful McLean house!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-family-celebration-at-the-beautiful-mclean-house/) - What a fantastic outdoor celebration of family, friendships, and enjoying time together! The McLean house in West Linn was an amazing space to help the day. - [Emily & baby boy arriving soon!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/emily-baby-boy-arriving-soon/) - [West Linn Nature & Studio Senior Portraits, Oregon City & McLean house.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-nature-studio-senior-portraits-oregon-city-mclean-house/) - [Senior Portraits at Lakeridge, Baseball High School! Lake Oswego Portraits](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/senior-portraits-at-lakeridge-baseball-high-school-lake-oswego-portraits/) - This guy...he's got a lot of style & talent. Was a blast showing the sides of Zach for his senior session. So many fun images this will be a two-part post! We designed a great album & framed wall portraits for the family home. Stunning images. - [Senior Portraits with Brenna, Class of 2022, West Linn](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/senior-portraits-with-brenna-class-of-2022-west-linn/) - Oh my goodness, we created such a fun adventure with Brenna for her senior portraits. We did make up with my amazing artist Alyssa...we began in my garden, had a blast creating some fun images here. Then we ventured downtown stopping in a few sweet spots and eventually to a parking garage. Check out the - [Lakeridge Baseball... Lake Oswego, OR, Zach was too cute not to do a second blog of :)](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/lakeridge-baseball-lake-oswego-or-zach-was-too-cute-not-to-do-a-second-blog-of/) - When you love baseball as much as Zach, you get to do some extra images at the field in some fun light! Thanks for getting there on a day off to create these awesome images of you. Love them in the album. Go Zach, here's to a great season of ball! - [Maternity Portraits, West Linn, OR, Beautiful baby girls](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/maternity-portraits-west-linn-or-beautiful-baby-girl-is-coming-soon/) - "I knew I was walking into something special when I asked Nancy to capture some maternity images of me and my two girls. I wanted someone who could capture the beauty of motherhood and the miracle of carrying life. She took the little I had to bring to the table, and to use my Mother’s - [Creating with Unique Courte Maternity Portraits, West Linn](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/creating-with-unique-courte-maternity-portraits-west-linn/) - It's baby girl's due date!!!... she came early! Congratulations to the family & on her sister's birthday, how fun is that!! How lucky am I to get to work with such beautiful momma's to be? I am elated to be honored to give a lasting memory, that will be cherished *especially during those challenging teenage - [Chemo Nurse, Cindy, Beautiful Angel, VA Nurse, Portland, Oregon, Awesome story](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/chemo-nurse-cindy-beautiful-angel-va-nurse-portland-oregon-awesome-story/) - This woman, this mama, aka my personal this angel on earth. Her name is Cindy. She gave 28 years of care to my big brother Doug, as his chemo nurse at the Portland VA Hospital. Not only one round of cancer, but she was there for multiple rounds & types... she knew how to keep - [Business headshots spring special! West Linn, Lake Oswego, greater Portland!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/business-headshots-spring-special-west-linn-lake-oswego-greater-portland/) - Gotta practice what you preach, right? Well, I sure did as I spent the day with one of my portrait artists friends, Connie Mintz. She has a fabulous space in Vancouver & is a seriously talented portrait artist. We had hair & make up done then played int he studio for a few hours. We - [West Linn, Mom & Me Maternity Portraits, in Studio, Portland, Oregon](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-mom-me-maternity-portraits-in-studio-portland-oregon/) - There is nothing more classic than wearing dad's BIG shirt! The girls had a blast playing in the studio with daddy's work shirt on. What fun I had creating for them all~ How cute is this laughter? Those smiles... just quite awesome. - [Beautiful Brenna, West Linn senior, PDX parking lot session!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beautiful-brenna-west-linn-senior-pdx-parking-lot-session/) - How fun is this?!?! Loved her session, the look, the light, & the fun! You can take the city out of a girl, but not the girl outta the city :) So much fun creating, playing, laughing, and exploring for this high school senior session. - [Suprise engagement in Lake Oswego, WOW, just so much fun ~](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/suprise-engagement-in-lake-oswego-wow-just-so-much-fun/) - How special is it to capture a really BIG Suprise in life?!?! Well, I was so lucky to have such a chance for my client Mitch and his beautiful bride to be Maria Clara (aka Kaya!). It was a bit stressful making sure I wasn't seen, with a long lens, camera, assistant, a portable light - [Amazing Sunflower engagement portraits, Lake Oswego, Oregon](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/amazing-sunflower-engagement-portraits-lake-oswego-oregon/) - What's better than sunflowers, sunshine, and LOVE? NOTHING... Had a blast creating for DJ & Stephanie for their engagement portraits, say now more, just show some love! - [See some stunning Maternity Portraits, West Linn, Oregon, Studio](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/see-some-stunning-maternity-portraits-west-linn-oregon-studio/) - [Emily, Maternity Photo's, Portland, OR, West Linn](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/emily-maternity-photos-portland-or-west-linn/) - "A soul is inside me, awaiting a life. Eyes yet to open with wonder and delight. A mouth yet to laugh, expressions untold. To love and be loved, a hand yet to hold. The journey of life, whatever will be. Sleep now my baby, and wait for me." Whitney I had the honor creating for - [TWO great 2021 Family Portrait Session Specials](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/two-great-2021-family-portrait-session-specials/) - Need a UNIQUE gift for Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years or even all? An EVERLASTING gift for yourself or family or a great friend? What about a gift that represents your family LEGACY? Let me help you what that... Now when you Purchase your 2021 session voucher, you will receive gift of a Hand Crafted Star - [Shop Local, Save Local.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/shop-local-save-local/) - Due to the COVID-19 health crisis, I have created Shop Local, Save Local. When you spend $300 combined at local small businesses in the coming months, you will receive a $300 wall portrait credit at Nancy Steele Portraiture on your next senior or family portrait order in 2020. Included are Small Businesses such as: local - [Monsoon in Nepal - visa quests failed plans and coffee addictions](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/monsoon-in-nepal-visa-quests-failed-plans-and-coffee-addictions/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Mirrorless Camera Maniac - Take Advantage Of Silent Shutter](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/mirrorless-camera-maniac-take-advantage-of-silent-shutter/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [How to Deliver Helpful Photo Critiques Full of Valuable Insights](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/how-to-deliver-helpful-photo-critiques-full-of-valuable-insights/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [What You Need to Know about White Balance In Your Photos](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-white-balance-in-your-photos/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. 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Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Polarizer Filters - They’re Not Just for Landscape Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/polarizer-filters-theyre-not-just-for-landscape-photography/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Learning to See - Working Around the Iconic Vacation Shot](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/learning-to-see-working-around-the-iconic-vacation-shot/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Remember the White Balance, Forget the Histogram](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/remember-the-white-balance-forget-the-histogram/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Stories from the Set - Building a Wedding Shot List](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/stories-from-the-set-building-a-wedding-shot-list/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [How to Manually Control the Zoom Head on a Speedlight.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/how-to-manually-control-the-zoom-head-on-a-speedlight/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [The Traveling Photographer - Planning for a Laptop Ban](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/the-traveling-photographer-planning-for-a-laptop-ban/) - Meh synth Schlitz, tempor duis single-origin coffee ea next level ethnic fingerstache fanny pack nostrud. Photo booth anim 8-bit hella, PBR 3 wolf moon beard Helvetica. Salvia esse nihil, flexitarian Truffaut synth art party deep v chillwave. Seitan High Life reprehenderit consectetur cupidatat kogi. Et leggings fanny pack, elit bespoke vinyl art party Pitchfork selfies - [Family Portraits West Linn](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portrait-food-raiser-year-8/) - West Linn Family Portrait Food Raiser, Year Eight! 2020 has been unique, challenging, and unprecedented... to me, there is NO better time to create your family portraits to remember this monumental year by? Over the years, we have created hundreds of family portraits in West Linn and donated over 5000 lbs of food to the - [Covid-19 Policy & Procedures](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/covid-19-policy-procedures/) - This is an ever changing time with the presence of Covid-19. Please know this is a fluid policy, changing as needed. - [Summer, Sunshine, Smiles](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/summer-sunshine-smiles/) - Olsen Family Portraits, three college kids at the end of summer. We created images on the Tualatin River, with the dog, in the 98* heat. We also laughed, smiled, and had a blast. Joey's words "Family portraits! The event that took us only 10 years to do after the first go around. Lets just say - [Signs & Banners](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/signs-banners/) - Congratulate your Graduate or Thank the Frontline Workers with a Yard Sign, Banner, or Window Adhesive. We are offering several ways to honor the ones you love, either working through the pandemic or celebrating a milestone in life. SIGN-Thank You Frontline Workers or #senior strong $35 (not personalized)WINDOW Adhesive-Business Class of 2020 or Thank you - [Summer Beach Sessions!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/summer-beach-sessions/) - I am looking so forward to summer, sunshine, maybe even a bonfire at the beach? How about you? With the way this year has been so far, relaxing is what we all need to be doing. I don't know about you but living through a pandemic has been tough. I am grate to be an - [2020 Summer Schedule opens/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-2020-summer-schedule-opens-blog-west-linn-lake-oswego-oregon-city-pdx/) - Monday April 8th the summer schedule will open for Class of 2020 and Family Portraiture. Get your preferred date by scheduling now and also receive a $100 order/print credit! The first three who schedule will receive an additional gift. Just cause. Monday is the day the books open for the summer and fall. C all - [Nancy Steele Portraiture/blog/seniors/garrett](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-portland-high-school-senior-photographer/) - Knowing Garrett for almost all his life gave me a great vision and perspecitive on Garrett. He is full of humor, with a light heart nature. We went to a local park and played. Enjoy the images, here's a few of his favorites. - [Nancy Steele Portraiture senior portraits/adam/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-senior-portraits-adam-blog/) - Adam, academic, athletic, nice, kind, and an all around great guy. The first time I photographed Adam was when he was a baby. Wow, I feel old, but proud to be able to capture his wonderful disposition. He's looking at East Coast school and the one that chooses him will be very lucky, Go Adam! - [2018 Portrait Food Raiser/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/2018-portrait-food-raiser-blog/) - 11 fur babies 48 families one set of triplets, one set of twins & one bumble bee 1000 lbs of food donated Unknown amount of laughter and smiles!!! 2018 was the Sixth Annual Portrait Foodraiser. We have now donated over 3500 lbs of food, well done everyone! The community experience of giving is second to - [Team Twenty.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/team-twenty-west-linn-photography-portland-oregon-portrait-high-school-seniors/) - Looking for a few great peeps from the Class of 2020 and 2021, *current JR/SO to play & create. You have the opportunity to earn credits and if you'd like.... assist with sessions! (to earn cash or credits!) You also may have the opportunity to do community service project we create. I am Looking for - [Portland Urban Sessions Nancy Steele Portraiture/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portland-urban-sessions-nancy-steele-portraiture-blog/) - Portland Urban Sessions Nancy Steele Portraiture URBAN sessions, LOVE THEM!!! This portrait of the Collins Family: I'm visualizing it in Metallic, on a metal surface or even a semi gloss finish. Semi Gloss is a new product and seriously kicks some other products aside on the coolness factor on metal, gives a bit of shine - [8 Dogs and their Humans-Nancy Steele Portraiture/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-photographs-8-dogs-and-their-humans-west-linn-oregon/) - 8 Dogs and their Humans-Nancy Steele Portraiture/Blog 8 Dogs, 11 Humans. Wow. Fun. Hard. Fantastic. Often I donate to Auctions and charity events.... this particular family session was just that. I think it was a gift for the West Linn Football auction night. It always seems to attract the very best people from this format. To - [Nancy Steele Portraiture/Blog, Allison](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-blog-allison/) - Nancy Steele Portraiture/Blog, Allison West Linn, Portland, Oregon, Senior Pictures, Nancy Steele Portraiture Allison, she got a few less images than her twin brother on the recent blog I wrote, so here's another of beautiful Allison! Sorry girl. So excited for your future, college, and all the fun you're going to have! You have a - [Nancy Steele Portraiture, Blog, Michael](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-blog-michael/) - Nancy Steele Portraiture, Blog, Michael West Linn, Portland, Senior Photography, Oregon, PDX, Lake Oswego Michael, this guy, what a great smile and laughter. Those eyes, amazing. He is darn smart and will go very far in life, it was great working with you and your cute family Michael! Wishing you all the best in the - [Nancy Steele Portraiture-Lauren, BLOG](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-lauren-blog/) - Nancy Steele Portraiture-Lauren, BLOG Nancy Steele Portraiture, Lauren, Soccer, West Linn, Oregon Lauren, LOVES... soccer, soccer, and more soccer. She has infectious laughter, has a great smile, and is such a hard worker. I wish you so much fun, laughter, and health playing soccer at Boston University! Wahoo.... east coast here she comes. Lauren wanted - [Nancy Steele Portraiture Blog-Twins Allison & Christopher-West Linn, OR](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-senior-photography-in-portland-oregon/) - Nancy Steele Portraiture Blog-Twins Allison & Christopher-West Linn, OR Twins are something special, these two you can see the bond. They are both sweet, kind, and know what's going on with each other. Their laughter is contagious, the silly looks they give each other, and are two genuine and authentic people. So honored to - [Creating Legacy Nancy Steele Portraiture/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/creating-legacy-nancy-steele-portraiture-west-linn-oregon-blog/) - Creating Legacy Nancy Steele Portraiture, West Linn, Oregon/Blog Definition of legacy plural legacies 1: a gift by will especially of money or other personal property 2: something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past 3: a candidate for membership in an organization (such as a school or fraternal order) who is given special - [Studio Color Nancy Steele Portraiture Part two/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/studio-color-nancy-steele-portraiture-part-two/) - Studio Light with Nancy Steele Portraiture Studio Color Nancy Steele Portraiture Part two Studio Color Nancy Steele Portraiture Part Two More lovely ladies playing in the studio, creating with light, creating with color and tones. Excited to incorporate LIGHT into more sessions. What's your favorite color? We just happened to work with PINK a - [Oregon Tulips Nancy Steele Portraiture Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/tulips-in-oregon-nancy-steele-portraiture/) - Oregon Tulips Nancy Steele Portraiture Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm If you have never been to Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival, get there. It's amazing. You have a week to go. I would even say it's one of Oregon's most fabulous display of beauty. Short of going to the Netherlands Tulip Fields, it's second best. I took - [Color Pop Studio Series - Nancy Steele Portraiture/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/color-pop-studio-series-nancy-steele-portraiture/) - Color Pop Studio Series -Nancy Steele Portraiture When in Florida at the SYNC conference one of the last speakers spoke on studio lighting and using your tools to create images that are unique and different. Well, I gathered a few ladies and we played. Played with color, studio lights, and came up with a new - [Nancy Steele, Education Florida: West Linn Portrait Artist/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-continues-education-florida-blog/) - Nancy Steele, Education Florida: West Linn Portrait Artist/Blog It is that time of year again when I get to travel and become more educated in business and photographic community, learning from the brilliance of educators and the SYNC family. Nancy Steele, Education Florida: West Linn Portrait Artist/Blog Time to learn, adjust, reflect, play, make new - [Team 19/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/team-19-blog/) - High School Team, represent Nancy Steele Portraiture. We are excited to build 'Team 19' ~ Class of 2019, 2020, 2021 We are looking for adventurous, fun loving, outgoing students. Here's info, perks and information for you. Our focus is on Seniors and their families, creating unique, special, and genuine images. Our products are top in - [Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/football-images-in-west-linn-studio/) - Are you ready for some FOOTBALL? This post is a bit late, but nerveless the less, some great images of Chris. The West Linn Lions were hoping to be in the championship game again this year. Sadly their season was meant with tough completion and challenges. Hard work took them to a great record, just - [Studio Work with High School Seniors/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/studio-work-with-high-school-seniors-blog/) - Studio Work with High School Seniors I love to begin each session with a few studio images of my high school seniors. I like to say it's simple beauty. I have a few samples, which just seem to be black and white images also. Should I rename the blog Black and White Beauty?!?! Nancy - [West Linn Photographer continues Education in Florida](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-photographer-continues-education/) - West Linn Photographer continues Education in Florida This post got stuck in the "not published" area of the blog, so better late than never. I am excited to return to SYNC in Destin Florida in February. In fact I just booked my plane ticket yeterday. This year I will fly into New Orleans and adventure - [Class of 2018 Seniors Part 2/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-of-2018-seniors-part-2-blog/) - Class of 2018 Seniors Part 2 I am so excited to share images of these beautiful people. Not only did this group find creative ideas, but great areas to be photographed. They are a ton of fun. Capturing who they truly are is what I love to do best. We ventured into Portland. Went out - [Grateful, Thankful, Blessed/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/grateful-thankful-blessed-blog/) - Grateful, Thankful, Blessed This year has been a year of growth, education, learning, excitement, lows and highs. Each of you are a part of that and I thank you. Pretty much most of my work revolves around a joyous occasion. I will admit, business is difficult at time. Working to stay reverent, to stay on - [Class of 2018 highlights/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beginning-of-the-class-of-2018-highlights-blog/) - Class of 2018 highlights West Linn Senior Portrait Artist, West Linn, Oregon, Portland Anywhere around the Portland area, I have to say Oregon is just the best to photograph in. I was born here, won't leave here! As a high school senior portrait artist I have to say...What a fun, talented, beautiful, and handsome Class - [2017 Portrait Food Raiser Results with Nancy Steele portraiture/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/2017-portrait-food-raiser-results-with-nancy-steele-portraiture/) - 2017 Portrait Food Raiser Results with Nancy Steele Portraiture West Linn Food Pantry, Mary S. Young Park, Community are three key words for this years event. This annual food raiser has become an amazing community event. Giving to our community, giving back, service, gratitude, and meeting amazing new people! Thank you to all that participated, - [Nancy Steele Portraiture continues Education Tennessee, West Linn Photographer/Blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-portraiture-education-tennessee-west-linn-photographerblog/) - Nancy Steele Portraiture continues Education Tennessee, West Linn Photographer What an amazing learning experience I had spending a week some some of the nations top educators, professional photographers and artists in the smoky mountains. We spent the time learning on both Marketing and video! The topics are fascinating to me and I will be - [2017 West Linn Portrait Food Raiser/blog](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/2017-west-linn-portrait-food-raiser/) - 2017 West Linn Portrait Food Raiser November 4th and 5th, 5th annual Portrait Food Raiser which Benefits the West Linn Food Pantry! We have raised over 1600 lbs in four years. It started from a letter of need from the West Linn Food Pantry, they were low on donations. As a local business owner there is - [Class of '18 PTP Crew Application West Linn Photographer](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-of-18-application/) - Class of '18 PTP Crew Application West Linn Photographer We are looking for a team of JUNIORS (aka: ptp crew) to represent the PTP Brand at the high school level. I am located in West Linn and work in all areas around Portland. What is the PTP CREW: You are the faces of PTP. You are a part - [Picture This Photography Education](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-photography-education/) - Picture This Photography Education Each year I try and attend some sort of continuing education on a national level. This serves many purposes: such as learning from master photographers, current industry trends, new products, seeing large trades how, and just meeting and mixing with peers. This year was a bit special as I was inspired - [Hello Learning ...Educational trip to Destin & Nashville!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/hello-learning-educational-trip-destin-nashville/) - Hello Learning … Educational trip to Destin & Nashville! I believe in Education, in Community, in Friendships both work and life and it's extra fantastic when you can mix the two. Each year I try to attend a national conference or education related to business. This year I had the unique opportunity at attending two, - [Casting Call for Spring with Picture This Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/casting-call-spring-picture-photography/) - Casting Call for Spring with Picture This Photography Apply today, application online until March 1st, sessions wi https://secure.jotform.us/ptpnancy/Casting_Call! - [Superhero Children's Contest](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/superhero-childrens-contest/) - We are having some fun creating images with superhero's! Come join the fun, either by having your favorite superhero photographed or sponsering a child with medical issues. (we have a list you can sponser) The contest was in part inspired by Nancy's work with volunteer photogrpahy she does with cancer kids and families. The - [Senior Photography Video 2016 ~ Picture This Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/senior-photography-video-2016-picture-this-photography/) - ***Our senior schedule for the season opens MAY 1ST with a ONE DAY SPECIAL Just like senior portraits should be, we decided for the Class of 2016 we wanted to be unique. We chose to play and create something wonderful to promote our high school senior portraiture business. We had a great experience working with Peter - [Friends #sharejoy](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/friends-sharejoy/) - Friends #sharejoy, What better way to end senior year than to play with friends? We had a great time photographing this beautiful group of ladies. I am still culling through images, but I just had to share this bit of the fun! At the end of our session we decided to #sharejoy. #sharejoy is a - [Grand Imaging Awards PPA, Nancy Steele awarded Third](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/grand-imaging-awards-professional-photographers-of-america/) - Grand Imaging Awards PPA, Nancy Steele awarded Third! Shock, Surprise, Joy, Blessed, Happy, Proud...... I really do not have words to express the honor I have just received! I will try to fill you in on the excitement... I was not able to be in Atlanta this week for Imaging USA, which is the national convention - [Portland Creative Senior Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portland-creative-senior-photography/) - Portland Creative Senior Photography En·chant·ment: a feeling of great pleasure; delight."the enchantment of the mountains" the state of being under a spell; magic. Picture This Photography is a leading portrait senior photographer in the Portland area. To stay on top of the industry trend is having a vision. It was great fun bringing this concept and vision - [PTP Crew 2017](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ptp-crew-2017/) - PTP Crew 2017 It's that time of year again, we are looking for our PTP Crew with the Class of 2017! We are building a team of positive and fun teens to represent our business. We will be creating images for promotions, marketing, as well as state and national competition through Professional Photographers of America. Each - [Class of 2015 ~ Daniel](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-daniel/) - Class of 2015 ~ Daniel Daniel, wow, this guy! Not only is he involved in his school leading the National Honor Society, but he is absolutely one of the nicest guys around. It was such a pleasure working with both he and his family for their family portraits, I am honored to have gotten the - [Class of 2015 ~ Elliot](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-elliot/) - Class of 2015 ~ Elliot ..... Elliot, haha, this guy is FUNNY! Personality, humor, subtle jokes, I laughed. Thanks Elliot, Obviously we had a blast working together. Wishing you a bright future full of laughter and love (pretty confident you have it covered!) [wb_fb_f name="Elliot Kim" id=""] - [Class of 2015 ~ Kate](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-kate/) - [wb_fb_f name="Kate Betschart" id=""] Class of 2015 ~ Kate What an amazing location to photograph Kate. She lives on the river and we had SO much fun creating images she'd love and adore. We loved playing in the neighbors flowers & garden, hanging with her beautiful dog Molly (who by the way was an amazing - [Senior 2015 ~ Christa](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/senior-2015-christa/) - [wb_fb_f name="Christa Huddleston" id=""] So honored to not only photograph this gal but also to have her part of my model team for 2014. We did several fun sessions to capture her cute personality and natural beauty. Spring, 4th of July, and her senior session in the fall. Here are a few favorites from two - [Class of 2015 ~ Isaac](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-isaac/) - I had the pleasure of photographing this guy, Isaac, more than once. We captured a few images at his home with his family portraits then again... it was one of the most fun sessions on another day with and his horse Dooley! Talk about beautiful animal, i LOVE horses and his horse is amazing to - [Class of 2015 ~ Andrew](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-andrew/) - Class of 2015 ~ Andrew Andrew has the MOST AMAZING HAIR! Okay, he's a great guy too :) I had a blast creating images for Andrew. I had worked with his sister a few years prior. so this time not only did we create his senior portraits but his cute families too! Thank you Smith/Wards - [Class of 2015 ~ Austin](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-austin/) - Class of 2015 ~ Austin Austin, this guy has some crazy fun talents. We photographed him in a few locations that are all very special to his heart. We began at his church where he works as a 'sound guy' and when I say sound guy, he knows how to control the booth, wow! He - [Class of 2015 ~ Caitlin](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-caitlin/) - Class of 2015 ~ Caitlin Miss Caitlin.... what an honor to be able to have her in front of my camera, but to have her work for me this past year. Caitlin is a beautiful and happy person, full of goodness always. I adore not only this girl, but her entire family. Cream of the - [Class of 2015 ~ Walker](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-walker/) - Class of 2015 ~ Walker Walker, he's a sports guy and such a nice guy! We had a blast creating images at his home... when he 'mentioned' his collection of jerseys, i had to take a peek. Well, his collection needs his own closet, but they are awesome! We also created his family's portraits when - [Class of 2015 ~ Katie](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-katie/) - Class of 2015 ~ Katie One special session... I grew up with Katie's mom and went to college with both her parents. Yep a couple of years ago that was. I've known Katie since she was before Katie! Not only is her family one of the BESTEST around they are full of humor and smiles. - [Class of 2015 ~ Sophie](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-sophie/) - Class of 2015 ~ Sophie Unique, Special, Spectacular! One of the funnest sessions around... Miss Sophie had some very specific ideas in mind.. OAKS PARK!~ So, after a few calls, we were cleared to photograph on their property. It was an amazing session. The light, the colors, the great clothes she had....and her stunning personality! - [Three day Specials with Picture This Photography!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/three-day-specials-with-picture-this-photography/) - Three day Specials with Picture This Photography! What could be better than a day off work, Black Friday Shopping, AND having a portrait special at your fingertips?!?!?! Well, we think it can't get much better than this, we are having a Three day Specials with Picture This Photography! We won't be in the office, we - [Happy Thanksgiving from Picture This Photography!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/happy-thanksgiving-picture-photography/) - Happy Thanksgiving from Picture This Photography! It makes me so happy to have a day to take a day off, (haha except I am writing a blog at 5 am!) happy to have time to reflect, enjoy, EAT GREAT FOOD, and toast to the important people and things in our lives. So I will say - [Portrait Food Raiser by Picture This Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portrait-food-raiser-picture-photography/) - Portrait Food Raiser by Picture This Photography We will host our second Portrait FOOD RAISER on November 1st. You donate food + We Create beautiful Images = WE help the hungry in our community! The event location TBA. Schedule opens on Wednesday Oct. 15th : Please Email your contact information, phone number, email address and - [Random Act of Kindness.....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/random-act-kindness/) - Random Act of Kindness...... This post is so exciting, wonderful, and special all at once. It's personal and comes from the heart. It's also a long story I am not sure I can articulate well, but will try! It is....filled with Love, Kindness, and Generosity. So, over a year and a half ago, we gained - [Getting (more) Educated!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/getting-educated/) - Getting (more) Educated! Like any business, education is a vital part of the photography business. One aspect that separates the professionals is the knowledge we possess. The time and work it takes to gain that knowledge is not always known to many. But, in today's world with images EVERYWHERE you look:, FB, IG, Twitter, - [Happy 4th of July!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/happy-4th-july/) - Happy 4th of July! Freedom.Family.Friends.FUN 4th of July is so much more than these words, but they also represent the Fantastically FUN photo session we created this week. Okay, kind of overkill with the images, but we had a blast and it shows... enjoy and have a safe and FUN Fourth celebrating our great country's - [Jennifer & Zach's Engagement!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/jennifer-zachs-engagement/) - Jennifer & Zach's Engagement! This session. These Two. Love, Sweetness, Humor, and LOTS of Laughter & FUN! Enough words, their images speak volumes of the love and affection they have for one another. We had so much fun creating them... Wishing you two all the joy and happiness life brings! To see more images on - [Picture This Photography Summer Schedule](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-photography-summer-schedule/) - Picture This Photography Summer Schedule ... We are so excited for several fun spring and summer happenings... so get it on the books to have some fun with Picture This Photography! Most of the sessions are Limited Edition, which means they are only open for a short time period or we are opening up only - [Class of 2015 Model Caitlin](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-model-caitlin/) - Class of 2015 Model Caitlin What can I say about Miss Caitlin? Well, she is one of the happiest people on earth ....outside of Disneyland! I absolutely adore her genuine spirit, deep love for FUN (with a Capital F), her giving nature, her beauty.... not only from the outside but what she is full of - [Class of 2015 Model Christa!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-model-christa/) - Class of 2015 Model Christa! Or as she says.... Christaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa :) This gal, is packed with energy, kindness, some of that sweetness, and a whole lot of beauty! She is a natural in front of the camera AND she makes my job look much easier than it is! We had a blast trying out several - [Class of 2015 Model Jamie](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2015-model-jamie/) - Class of 2015 Model Jamie We had SUCH a GREAT time photographing with Jamie... she has this really great sense of style, sweetness, and FUN all mixed together! Talk about willing to play, it was raining off and on for the day of the group session, so instead of being down we all got super - [Nancy Steele, C.P.P.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nancy-steele-c-p-p/) - Nancy Steele, C.P.P. If I could add all the emotions I feel when I see this, I would. It is pure happiness and blessed, so much so, I am having a hard time describing it. The pride I feel with those little three Initials behind my name. I didn't know how big of a deal - [Snow Dancer...Jacqueline!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/snow-dancer-jacqueline/) - Snow Dancer...Jacqueline! Now that the sun is coming out, I am getting to blogging about the snow we had a month ago. Jacqueline is an amazing dancer-full of talent, spunk, and just enough insanity to hang with me for a while, in the snow. We had a great time capturing some graceful images of her - [PTP 2013 review](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ptp-2013-year-review/) - PTP 2013 review! What a year.... we covered a spectrum of highs and lows. I can say i am ready to move onto a new year and excited about positive changes happening. We will cover the highlights, as they are pretty GRAND indeed! I had a fantastic senior and family season, creating great images and - [PTP Seniors Model 2015](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ptp-seniors-model-2015/) - PTP Senior Models 2015 Gosh i just don't know how it's that time of year again... BUT IT IS! We are looking for a few cute faces to represent PTP Seniors on our marketing campaign for the Class of 2015! It's fun and simple. It's about YOU. PTP prides our work as a SENIOR SPECIALIST. - [Class of 2014 ~ Trent](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2014-trent/) - Class of 2014 ~ Trent Well, THIS GUY... .we had some fun! What i love about both my clients and my job is creating, finding what is special and unique about each person and capturing them. Trent... he's a pretty fun guy, full of adventure, passion, and smiles. His horses mean the world to - [Class of 2014 ~ Alexa](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2014-alexa/) - Class of 2014 ~ Alexa What can I say? I have the best seniors I get to create images of! A few words that describe Alexa to me... Sweetness, style, and class. Alexa is such a joy, she is filled with a bit of spirit and spunk that will take her a long way in - [West Linn Portrait FOOD RAISER](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-portrait-food-raiser/) - West Linn Portrait FOOD RAISER November 16th and 23rd Lets all share our good will and support those in need. This is a last-minute addition to the schedule, but we received a business letter from the West Linn Food Pantry... so my creative side got going. What better way to help those in need by - [Kathleen ](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/kathleen/) - Kathleen Grace, Beauty, Dignity, Kindness, Love, and Faith. These are the words that describe our friend Kathleen. It is with great sadness I share these images. A dear friend Kathleen lost her battle with Cancer yesterday. The images were created a few months ago with a volunteer photography I do for The FILM project. Kathleen - [Class of 2014 ~ Michael](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2014-michael/) - Class of 2014 ~ Michael Michael has AMAZING blue eyes... they just POP at the first bit of light. And...as a bonus Michael not only had a KILLER location in mind, but some great ideas using his grandpa's fishing gear. Yes, I absolutely LOVE when guys have great ideas for their senior session. What can - [Class of 2014 ~ Sydney](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2014-sydney/) - Class of 2014 ~ Sydney Sydney, what a sweet and genuine person. She has this natural beauty that makes you smile.... just cause she is smiling! I love her laugh and sense of who she is. She is filled with confidence, sweetness, and so much zest for life! Just adored she and her mom... - [Class of 2014 ~ Heather!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-2014-heather/) - Class of 2014 ~ Heather! I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph Heather at the Oregon Coast this summer. What a beautiful and sweet person she is. She was so fun to work with, didn't matter about my crazy ideas, she was in for it all... and it shows. I am so excited for you - [PTP Seniors and creating with Off Camera Flash](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ptp-seniors-and-creating-with-off-camera-flash/) - PTP Seniors and creating with Off Camera Flash ~ Happy Tuesday... thought I'd do a bit of client education today! Being a creative... as professional photographer, there are times and places you need more than natural light on location. I thought it'd be fun to show what we've been up to and how it's done. - [Class of 2014 ~ Leah](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-of-2014-leah/) - Class of 2014 ~ Leah Leah, she is such a beautiful, funny, sweet, and a very silly senior. I love her love of nature, being outdoors, and especially her humor. She LAUGHS a LOT... I just adore that. She is so fun to be around. She also has a really strong love of sports, friends, - [Class of 2014 ~ Emily](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-of-2014-emily/) - Class of 2014 ~ Emily It was a pretty special session to be able to photograph Miss Emily! Emily has been in our lives since she was a lil child.. so watching her grow into this tall, beautiful young woman has been fun! We began in the garden and made our way to downtown - [Vintage Limited Editions](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/vintage-limited-editions/) - VINTAGE LIMITED EDITIONS! For the month of September we will feature our "Vintage Limited Edition Sessions". This session is for children ages 6 mo and up! The vintage Limited Editions will only be offered the month of September. We have two great set designs American Flag and Vintage Kids. You have a choice of one - [Vintage Kids Portraits](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/vintage-kids-portraits/) - Vintage Kids Portraits There is nothing better on a beautiful day than some sister LOVE! These two lil cuties are just that, full of fun. Mix in with some tea party magic, a couple of amazing cupcakes from Wrightberrys, and that makes for some plain ol fun! Or Vintage Limited Edition Sessions are full of - [American Flag](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/american-flag/) - So what do you get when you mix marshmallows, an American Flag, and a couple of cute kids? For me... some Vintage FUN! Here's some images of some of the sweetest kids on the block. Amelia & Hudson, looking pretty timeless, just playing like they do. Definitely having some vintage fun. ADDITIONALLY: any ACTIVE Military - [Vintage Limited Editions... sneak peek!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/vintage-limited-editions-sneak-peek/) - It's here, THE... Vintage Limited Editions..... Sneak Peek. This weeks blog will feature three really fun sessions from our Vintage Limited Editions! Just a bit of a tease today at how cute these kids are.... So, ENJOY and get your time set for a session! Vintage Limited Edition Session Dates are Sept. 15th, 18th, & - [Lauren & Griffin's wedding day!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/lauren-griffins-wedding-day/) - Lauren & Griffin's wedding day! It was one of those perfect days! Great weather, fun families, cute wedding party.... and a bride and groom so filled with love & joy. Enough words, here's a peek of their special day... enjoy!! www.ptpnancy.com - [Simply Fabulous, West Linn, OR Photographer](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/simply-fabulous-by-nancy-steele-portland-or-photographer/) - Simply Fabulous, West Linn, OR Photographer Another session that was SO much fun...Okay this time we will stat with the before and after images. It was great to pamper Debbie, a mom of 2 sons, always giving to others and she has to be about the "sweetest peach on the tree!" Enjoy the images... she's - [Simply Fabulous by Nancy Steele West Linn, OR Photographer](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/simply-fabulous-by-nancy-steele-west-linn-or-photographer/) - Simply Fabulous by Nancy Steele West Linn, OR Photographer What a fun day with Debbie! Now, onto the good stuff, the fun, creative, and amazing images of Debbie. And Yes the crown is perfect for the princess Debbie :) We have introductory specials going on for the month of May. Great idea for yourself - [Custom Art Albums by Picture This Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/custom-art-albums-by-picture-this-photography/) - Product review... ART ALBUMS. Custom Art Albums by Picture This Photography. These beautiful albums are part of our unique products. They are each a work of ART and are hand created and designed. Each unique, just like you! Each page is crafted with love, thought, and a lot of work! With the automated age of - [Top questions professional photographers loved to get asked!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/top-questions-professional-photographers-loved-to-get-asked/) - Top questions professional photographers loved to get asked! This time of year I get asked a LOT about pricing, costs involved and why do the prices vary so much between photographers? “You ask….Are photographers not all created equal?” So I had thought I’d help out my potential clients: Questions to ask about the session: · - [Portrait Scholarship Recipient Announced ](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/portrait-scholarship-recipiant-announced/) - Portrait Scholarship Recipient Announced We are happy to Announce Drew Minter as the Drake Edwards Portrait Scholarship Recipient. We were delighted at the heart, spirit, and good work Drew is doing to help others. We felt as a panel, that Drew represented the qualities Drake possessed. Julie Edwards "Drew received the highest score to capture Drake's - [Drake Edwards Memorial Portrait Scholarship](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/drake-edwards-memorial-scholarship/) - June 1st, 2013-The Portrait Scholarship for Class of 2014 has now closed The receipant will be announced in the month of June. Thank you to those that have applied, your time, talents, and spirit of Drake are amazing AND are greatly appreciated! Nancy. Drake Edwards Memorial Portrait Scholarship: This scholarship is being awarded based on - [Congratulations Class of 2013](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/congratulations-class-of-2013/) - Congratulations Class of 2013 To all my Class of 2013 Senior Graduates, Congrats and May you be beyond blessed in your next experiences! We put together a lil bit of fun for you to enjoy the images from your sessions. We are honored, thrilled, and excited to meet you, work with you, create you, and - [Happy Sunshine & Summer, June PET Special](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/happy-sunshine-summer-june-pet-special/) - Happy Sunshine & Summer, JUNE PET SPECIAL! How much do we love our dogs... and of course our cats? They are a part of our family, literally! We spend as much time feeding them, walking, bathing them as our kids sometimes (yep, especially those puppies and kittens!) Well, we also need to treasure and - [Schedule Opening May 15th for Class of 2014](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/scheduling-opening-may-15th/) - Schedule Opening May 15th for Class of 2014 That's THIS coming Wednesday....Our Senior Season is about to begin. We will begin it with an opening day... ONE DAY special! Call 503-656-6127 or EMAIL ptpnancy@comcast.net on Wednesday May 15th only to get a special gift from PTP. Hours between 8am-6pm What you need to do: 1. - [Continuing Education - Picture This Photography](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/continuing-education-picture-this-photography/) - Continuing Education - Picture This Photography, My work may seem like play.... but it's not, okay it is some...but it's WORK! Continuing education plays an important role in keeping fresh, educated, impactful, and excited about work. I generally attend two or three educational experiences each year to keep me up on the latest products and - [Simply Fabulous, Mothers Day Special, Treat yourself!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/simply-fabulous-mothers-day-treat-yourself/) - Simply Fabulous, Mothers Day Special, Treat yourself! We are so excited to launch this new line at Picture This Photography. This idea has been a concept a few years, but has finally come to life. It's about beauty, inner beauty, self beauty, and outward beauty! What's not to like? It's been a creative process, physically - [Picture This Photography Best Friends Contest Winners](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-photography-best-friends-contest-winners/) - Picture This Photography Best Friends Contest Winners Brandon & Elisabeth It could not have been better weather or more beautiful blooms out for our session with Elisabeth and Brandon. They were the WINNERS of the BFF Contest we had a few months ago. We created a bit of fun during the session all while - [Simply Fabulous by Nancy Steele West Linn, OR Photographer](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/simply-fabulous-by-nancy-steele-portland-oregon-photographer/) - Simply Fabulous by Nancy Steele West Linn, OR Photographer What a great beauty session with Elizabeth! She's a runner, mom, business woman, & amazing gardener. Oh wait, i think i forgot accomplished Runner. In fact, she ran the Boston Marathon in 1985! Enough words from me... here's some beautiful images of Elizabeth. Okay for some - [Bodie Australian Shepherd](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/bodie/) - Bodie, the amazing Australian Shepherd! Officially known as, "BODIE" ASCA & AKC Ch. Hearthside Nothin To Lose CGC DNAcp He was recently added to the ASCA Hall of Fame Sire #281! "To get the full value of joy, you must have someone to divide it with" Mark Twain Every once in a while you get - [Picture This Photography West Linn & Greater Portland, OR areas ](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-photography-west-linn-greater-portland-or-areas/) - Picture This Photography...Specializing in Creating Custom Senior Portraits in West Linn & the Greater Portland AreaOne of the REALLY fun parts of photographing seniors is incorporating & capturing their personality, loves, interests, & activities. Here's a few images we wanted to share of some athletes...keep up the good work! ENJOY.... and good luck in your - [Best Friends Session Nicki & Meranda!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/best-friends-session-nicki-meranda/) - Best Friends Session Nicki & Meranda. Another entry from the BFF Contest! Was a lot of fun, just playing with ideas of their friendship over the years, Best Friends since 6th grade... well, they said they had a love/hate thing going on for a year or so, but they have been such good friends for - [Customer Service...Hanging Wall Portraits in Clients Homes](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/customer-service/) - We strive to create a client that is happy start to finish... one such way is hanging wall portraits for clients! This was a challenge hanging Art over a steep staircase, but SO beautiful in the end. Creating Art for you to enjoy.... These pieces are a unique product, which is part of our Artistry - [Picture This Photography BFF Session with High School Juniors, Ciara & Rosie!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-photography-best-friends-session/) - Picture This Photography BFF Session with High School Juniors! Talk about cuteness... and fun... and sweet! We did a 15 min. Mini Session and played with Ciara and Rosie. They took part in the BFF contest last month, so we did a session and played! Both such beauties, it was easy to make them look - [Picture This Photography & a Weekend of learning!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/weekend-of-learning/) - What was your weekend? Well, after working and being sick all week, I (Picture This Photography) spent the entire weekend at our state photography convention... LEARNING! As i returned home after 6pm on Sunday I was thinking how really blessed I am to be surrounded by such knowledge and talent in the industry! What an - [BFF Contest WINNER...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/bff-contest-winner/) - Thank you to everyone that entered the BFF/Sweetheart session, we have a winner. It was actually VERY CLOSE... Between Elisabeth/Brandon and Emily/Ali! But....we have sweethearts WON! Elizabeth & Brandon... can't wait to photograph you two.. be thinking of what you'd like to do for your session. we'll talk location, clothing, hair/make up... all that fun - [Class of 2013 Video](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/class-of-2013-video/) - Check out the fun we had with the Class of 2013... thank you for allowing us to capture your cuteness & your charm! https://youtu.be/33m0DNywabM We can create a CUSTOMIZED GRADUATION video for you... they are great for parties and to have those favorites to enjoy...over & over! We work with LICENSED music...Order now-March 15th and - [It's the New Year... so time for YOUR New Look!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/its-the-new-year-so-time-for-your-new-look/) - It's a month long special.... plan ahead and save! We have several backgrounds to choose from and several Executive packages to choose from. Call today, the month will schedule up fast! - [Picture This Photography launches the NEW BLOG & WEBSITE!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-photography-launches-the-new-blog-website/) - WOW, i really did not think this day would come, but the new HTML5 website and newly improved blog is up and running! Thank you Big Folio for upgrading my web & Luke at PROPHOTOPRESS for the blog redo! You are both more than patient, especially Luke at ProPhotoPress.... Thank you, I highly recommend working - [Show us your BFF.... it's a contest!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/show-us-your-bff-its-a-contest/) - So much happening: a New Year, New ideas...working on updating the blog, refreshing a few things, & all that business stuff. So to keep me in a happy in the 'to.much.paperwork.computer season' we are doing a fun giveaway! With high school winter ball happening and Valentines Day... it's the perfect time to show us...who's your - [#shredfordrake](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/shredfordrake/) - Sometimes people come into your lives with such passion, excitement, love, joy, & friendship you never really know what hit you! One such person is Drake Edwards and was a friend to everyone he meant. Drake was tragically killed in a car accident Dec. 23, 2012. Drake was a fun-loving, song singing, Banjo playing, Jesus praising, - [Spread the love... Season of Giving. The Olivia Act!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/spread-the-love-season-of-giving-the-olivia-act/) - We wanted to spread the word about two donations we are making in honor of the recent national tragedies. I felt it was important to not only honor a family, but an educator. Having a father as an elementary principal and from our kids outstanding education at West Linn, it is my way of reaching - [Glitter+Candles+Tissue=Great Gifts!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/glitter-candles-tissue/) - With the holidays here, i thought I'd share a fun personal project that is a fantastic gift! I did this about project about 10 years ago with a friend and now my daughter, Jenna, just had some fun with college friends creating some great gifts! They wanted to know if she got the idea of pinterest.. NOPE.... from - [Plan ahead and save... with PTP!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/plan-ahead-and-save-with-ptp/) - You have 4 days to take advantage of this special savings, this week only AND Several ways to save: THINK GIFTS: Gift certificates for the holidays are buy and get 25% additional! That means, you purchase $500 and GET an additional $125 on us! Valid through 2013 and up to $1000! (which for $1000, would be an additional $250 - [Winter Blues, no longer... amazing images, amazing shoes #TOMS!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/amazing-iamges-free-pair-toms/) - What a fun way to begin the winter months... with new TOMS....and PTP ! Schedule either a split session (yearbook now/'real' pictures in the spring) or an Experience session (with make up and nails) or a FAMILY SESSION and get a gift certificate for $50 to TOMS... the gift that keeps on giving, session by 5/1/12. #Lake Oswego, - [Fall Mini Sessions!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/fall-mini-sessions/) - Mark your calendar, make the call.. get it on the books! Oct 13 &14 sessions in the park Times are limited to 30 minute sessions Limited times available Morning/afternoon on the 13th and afternoon on the 14th! Picture This Photography is saying THANK YOU for all the wonderful clients over the years! All Past PTP Clients get - [Mr. Lincoln](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/mr-lincoln/) - Sometimes in life you don't go looking for work or play, it finds you. This is as much about me as it is about Lincoln and his family. When my daughters left for college within two years of each other, i sat on a Saturday night searching the web for my next project. I decided I wanted to dedicate - [Jackson.Cancer Kicking Shoes.Running to Health](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/jack-running-to-health/) - I had the pleasure of meeting and working with one of the sweetest families I have ever meant. Ashlie and Jason have 3 darling kids. Jack and Twin Hannah, are age 3 with big brother Zach who's 5. Jack was diagnosed with ALL in January of 2012 at age Two. (Acute lymphoblastic leukemia) Since then he's been on - [Picture This at Willamette Coffee House!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/picture-this-at-willamette-coffee-house/) - Stop by for your morning cup of Joe at Willamette Coffee House and look at the new wall decor. We love partnering up with local businesses (especially if they have great coffee!) and decorated part of a wall with WCH owner's Amanda's family from her session last fall. It's a fun metallic finish of the new Artistry Collection! Stop by and - [Oh.my.fun.it's the ...Street of Dreams!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/oh-fun-street-of-dreams/) - PTP had a great collaboration working with some extremely talented people at the 2012 Street of Dreams!~ The Show runs July 28th-August 26th in West Linn, OR. Gearing up for the Street of Dreams this coming week, we got our display up in the Vodka bar at the Montauck Home! We were so excited to display a new - [What's in an image?](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/what-are-the-differences/) - Speaking with a friend recently, and she mentioned she had several choices for senior portraits and asked how PTP may be different. That literally is such a GREAT question I would love to answer! So began the story of what goes into professional photography for the high school senior with many choices out there! So, here's a bit of - [Laura & Mike... seriously such a beautiful couple!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/laura-mike-seriously-such-a-beautiful-couple/) - Sometimes I use the phrase that my business is 'all about love'... well, this day, wow....it SO was! I had the honor of photographing one of my 'old' high school seniors, i will say 'just a few years ago' as to not age me.... Laura has graduated Grad School and has been working as an athletic - [Alexa...happy birthday!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/alexa-happy-birthday/) - The '13 season began with a great senior Alexa! We had a lot of fun, playing with her prom gown... exploring a new location, and enjoying the sunshine! (okay it was a bit warm at a few points!) Alexa loves to use her time attending and volunteering with Young Life... as she braved the - [Beach Time... past and present!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beach-time-past-and-present/) - One of my favorite times to photograph is at the beach, Ah, such challenge and beauty. Each year since business began PTP has been creating beach images. Experience in the elements, creativity, and amazing images... all you've been dreaming of! This years beach dates are Aug 8-10th or any other lovely day you'd like to schedule! A few - [Lots wonder... some ask...What goes into that image?](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/lots-wonder-few-ask-what-goes-into-that-image/) - Lots wonder and a few ask... what really goes into a professional photographers image? Each and every image a professional photographer creates is unique in Art and for their business foundation. To create that ART, it takes an amazing amount of time, education, experience, money, talent, & love. This is my simple way to - [ '13's top two!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/13s-top-two/) - It's all about the images that strike the cord in your heart.....Those images once captured, need to be put aside for your heart to cherish. Over and over in time. If you are looking for fine portraiture that can both capture the images you'd always wanted and combine with rocking products, Done.Check.Found it here! There are MY favorite top - [Tara 2013 Model... talk about beautiful!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/tara-2013-model-talk-about-beautiful/) - I've had the opportunity to photograph Tara twice now, and i just can't wait for her real senior portraits this summer! Tara is multi-talented, sweeter than sweet, funny, silly, crazy, and just a bundle FUN! I believe the combination of my ideas and the camera we were able to reflect her personality very well. Ask Tara - [Nicki...Senior, Class of 2013, what an artist!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/nicki-senior-class-of-2013-what-an-artist/) - Such a fun time photographing Nicki... loved capturing her creativity in her images. I about DIED when she brought out the mask he had made... it is absolutely fabulous... such talent! Her natural beauty really came to life with a touch of make up and her fun wardrobe, and OH.. the rings she had! Enjoy the - [Ryan, Class of 2013](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ryan-class-of-2013/) - Ryan...His images show just who he is...silly, quiet, complex, fun, simple....And...I know is he is SO excited to now say.... 'I'm a SENIOR!!!'I had SO much fun photographing Ryan for his Model images! He shows kind of every emotion but none at... and sometimes, all all at once! In other words, I loved bringing his personality - [Model Michelle+Twenty.13=beauty!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/model-michelletwenty-13beauty/) - Miss Michelle is the first of the 2013 models to be featured: a few words that describe Michelle: Smiles, Humor, Soccer, & Natural sweetness! She had very limited time the day we photographed this spring so she went from make up to studio, outdoor, OCF, then...more accents make up to add a bit of pizzazz. All captured by the - [Almost SUMMER.....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/almost-summer/) - Almost SUMMER...YAHOO! As a fun reward for planning ahead NOW for the summer months we will be having session specials next week. PTP will have ONE new special EACH DAY OF THE WEEK during the week of June 5-8th...valid only for that day! The special is good only when you schedule your senior sessions for June or July or August! To give you - [Schools out special...Class of 2013!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/schools-out-special-class-of-2013/) - I've got that song stuck in the mind.... "schools out for summer" so started thinking about the upcoming senior photography season. (now if only the weather would show us its ALMOST June... and SUMMERTIME!) As a fun reward for planning ahead during the summer months we will be having session specials-And ONE new special EACH DAY OF THE WEEK during - [It's here....May 16th... do the (PTP) happy dance~](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/its-here-may-16th-do-the-ptp-happy-dance/) - Today's the day... One day Sale.... schedule your session for ANY AVAILABLE TIME during the summer or fall. You receive a $100 gift certificate....to use off your order, give as a gift, what ever you wish! Plan ahead and be rewarded! Call or email today.... don't turn your back on a great offer :) Questions, please call - [Essence of spring....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/essence-of-spring/) - What an honor and treat to photograph such a sweet and lovely senior! Deciding it was not to late in the year to capture such a special time being a high school senior, we planned (between rain showers) a fun senior session. All the elements came together: post spring break where they did some great shopping in San Fran, the perfect - [P.T.P.....Pin IT to Win IT!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/pin-it-to-win-it/) - Pin it... and WIN it! As you all know, I LOVE.LOVE Pinterest both personally and professionally! I have used it about a year or more, before it was the 'it' thing. It is great for inspiration, whether it be business, gardening, home, cooking, cleaning (yuck), food, style, creations, parties, photography, sessions, inspiration and on & - [Off the photography track and onto....a little bit of food heaven!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/off-the-photography-track-and-onto-a-little-bit-of-food-heaven/) - As an alternative to a traditional birthday cake ( and giving up sweets for Lent)...i made the easiest, most yummy (i know bad grammar but nothing else describes) dessert for my daughters birthday. Going fruit based, with no sugar to sweeten, I decided on a Mixed Fruit Napoleon Dessert. This was my twist from the - [Celebration of Smiles....April 21st!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/celebration-of-smiles-4-21/) - April 21st, 2012 Individual Mini Sessions for only a $24 Donation...to include a 5x7 desk image! Your donation will help support children worldwide through Professional Photographers of America's national fundraiser for Operation Smiles... everyone Wins. Ideas to make you smile...Mothers Day, Your Kids, YOUR DOGS...The Grand kids, Teens, 'THE' NEW Facebook Image Book your - [Precious gifts....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/precious-gifts/) - I had the opportunity to photography an absolutely adorable couple a few weeks ago. They are expecting their first child and the love the excitement was contagious. Enjoy a few of the images... such a delight! - [PTP....head's spinning...with ideas!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/ptp-is-spinning-with-ideas/) - Last few days at our Oregon Professional Photographers convention were amazing! I had not attended for years, but what a great decision....for both time and money! Reconnecting with some photographer friends was a double whammy on the fun factor! The first day I spent watching print competition and hear the judging. I didn't have time to enter this - [The Pinning Craze....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/are-you-a-pinner/) - So, by Now, everyone has heard about Pinterest such a craze... i have said it's the best of the addictions out there... i am a pin.a.holic......you? I got hooked on Pinterst about a year ago. I remember hearing a few people in my industry constantly talking on fb about this thing... called PINTEREST and how - [always learning....which is great!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/always-learning/) - Today the words for today is... client education....this may seem boring and dry, but so an aspect i am not good at! It is, OH SO IMPORTANT and i tend to learn that the hard way.... but it is really about belonging, growing, and learning in the professional community....so wanted to share a few of the organizations i - [Model '13 application](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/model-13-application-link/) - Model '13 applicants the form link has changed to: https://www.jotform.net/form/20214105318 if you have problems with the form please email Nancy at ptpnancy@comcast.net - [Paris....L.O.V.E](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/paris-l-o-v-e/) - For valentines day, i wanted to talk about L.O.V.E. and not in the usual way. I have always heard the phrase "I left my heart in.... Paris" i now understand completely. (And, yes Tony Bennett said San Francisco he also "LOVED IT EVERYWHERE"!) So because i am a visual person, i'll leave it to the images i - [2013 Models wanted](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/453/) - Model 2.0.Thirteen Looking for a few more models... Apply now... limited amount of models needed in all the surrounding areas.... https://ptpnancy.wordpress.com/ptp-seniors-thirteen/ - [trip.travels.adventures.happiness!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/uk-jennie-happiness/) - So, i just have to share a my past adventure... I just returned from a trip of a lifetime! I had the opportunity I could not pass up to visit friends that are living in Europe (UK and quick Euro-rail to France) for a 2 year stent. I finally took the leep and got off - [hopping the pond, seniors, frame is going...going...soon to be gone!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/seniors-frame-travel/) - Big week at PTP...few reasons why.... 1. LAST day to enter is TODAY for the drawing for a GREAT frame from Artsy Couture! Winner announced Monday... we have a lot of entries, but keep entering for more chances to win! 2. Senior Model Program Announced Monday!!! It's different from the past, we are especially looking for models - [Pay it forward!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/pay-it-forward/) - Kind of a perfect day to begin a GIVE A WAY...a day about remembering and celebrating! Because... there is no better way to honor King's life than by doing something on behalf of others. Artsy Couture, a frame designer decided to pay it forward! Their gift was to give qualified photographers a frame TO GIVE - [Twenty.Twelve means Planning, Planning...and more Planning!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/twenty-twelve-means-planning-planning-and-more-planning/) - What a way to begin the new year, planning twenty.twelve has begun! January is a great time for reflection, changes, planning, and way more planning. Excited for the MONTHLY SPECIALS calendar we have been working on with specials for a variety of clients! COMING SOON.... Like any business, the business side of photography is ever evolving, changing, challenging, and so very - [Baby Brooke](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/201/) - Simply joys..nothing quite as precious as a new baby in the arm of the parents. Baby Brooke is surrounded by laughter and love, what a sweet beginning. She is such a beauty, precious moments of delight....What an opportunity to hold her and capture her sweetness, just a few weeks old... GOTTA LOVE THAT FEELING! - [Little Miss Gracie....Shoes, ducks, and leaves](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/little-miss-gracie-shoes-ducks-and-leaves/) - This post is long overdue... but for many reasons it just didn't come together quite yet. It was a mix of emotions, the season, work travel, and just not being able to form the right words. But, a few weeks ago I had the opportunity to photograph a very special little girl. This was for The F.I.L.M. Project, - [Off on an adventure...AD adventure #2!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/off-on-an-adventure-ad-adventure-2/) - Last year at this time i decided on a whim to attend a local conference. And..No one i had even hear of it, but it got my curisoty .. all mentor lead, with amazing photographers from around the US. It wasn't just an experience, but changed both my vision as an artist and vision for - [colors of fall just can't explain it...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/colors-of-fall-just-cant-explain-it/) - I feel myself this time of year both excited for the next season, but sad at the passing of summer. But, because it's such an amazing time to photograph and capture not only beautiful people and the scene around us, but the feel in the images that just can't be explained in words. Just a few images - [Jacob....](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/jacob/) - "It’s one thing to make a picture of what a person looks like, it’s another thing to make a portrait of who they are.” – Paul Caponigro I'll let Jacob's images speak for themselves...just a few that show his personality though his many talents. Hardest decision was which images to feature... but these touch on - [Inspiration Through Art...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/inspiration-through-art/) - So excited to begin a New adventure...i wasn't sure what form that would be taking but, I was recently accepted to be an official photographer for ..."Inspiration Through Art". Inspiration Through Art was founded in January 2008 by Felicia Reinhard, made up of professional photographers, artists, children, and other volunteers nationwide that provide free programs - [Matthew's garden session.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/matthew/) - Matthew... so excited to hear how Yellowstone was.... he has a glow as he was leaving for a 10 day vacation the next day! Here's a collection of a few of my favorites, he has an amazing smile... and what a great guy...he will do great things in this life! enjoy...and see you next week. - [finding the right fit...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/finding-the-right-focus/) - So, beginning this blog I try to focus on portrait sessions to show the art and work currently being created. But there are times I will just speak from the heart about work or personal life. This is one such time I will not feature a session, but a topic that is very important this - [Hayley...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/hayley/) - Have to say, this class has amazing talent in so many ways. It has been purely a joy to find who they are and to photograph them! Hayley...such grace and poise... i am so honored to capture her personality, beauty, and the love for life! This is the part I seem to repeat myself ...i just can - [Hannah... such fun!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/hannah-such-fun/) - Had a great session with Hannah the other night. She was totally up for adventure and we found several great new areas to photograph. She has such a sweet, fun disposition it totally was captured by the camera. I hope you enjoy your images can't wait for you to view them next week! Happy Weekend! - [P.town... amazing summer night!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/p-town-amazing-summer-night/) - "The summer night is like a perfection of thought" Wallace Stevens What a great night to photograph, this is what makes Portland so special. It's beauty of the river, the city as a background, and the ongoing changes! One of the rewards of this profession is to not only create lasting images, but to work with - [Danielle...just dance!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/danielle-just-dance/) - "Dancing with the feet is one thing, but dancing with the heart is another." ~Author Unknown Danielle radiates the love of dance when she steps into her stride. After her senior portrait session on the beaches in Oregon we decided to play a bit... it was extremely hard work leaping, then instantly sinking into the sand. I - [Olivia...images at the Oregon Coast!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/olivia-images-at-the-oregon-coast/) - While there is perhaps a province in which the photograph can tell us nothing more than what we see with our own eyes, there is another in which it proves to us how little our eyes permit us to see. ~Dorothea Lange - [Emily...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/emily/) - Wow, so many beautiful 2012 grads and oh, so very much talent! Here's a sampling of your images Emily, i honestly can't choose my favorites, so this is just a mix! Loved the dogs enjoyed having their portraits taken also...they are so cute! We had so much fun on your session, what a vast amount of skill and - [Dancing on the beach...Danielle](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/69/) - Another amazing session was Danielle, a great dancer. She was able to showcase her talents at sunset... this is incredibly difficult to do, on the beach... in the sand... i know you'll love the images! Looking forward to her seeing the images tomorrow, she is a vision of beauty! Enjoy Danielle! - [Beach images...Kami.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beach-images-kami/) - Beach Photography is one of my very favorite things in the summer.... (and i don't limit it to summer but it's usually just a bit warmer!) We had a bit of wind, but otherwise another amazing evening at the Oregon Coast. We found some fun new areas and played... yes, it's work and business, - [Emily...](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/36/) - I had an amazing sessin with Emily the other night. It was a bit overcast, with sprinkles of sunshine every now and then. I had the opportunity to photograph on a few acres. I had so much to work with and choose from i could have kept creating for a few more hours. It was great fun, we - [Miss Azia.... ](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/miss-azia/) - Had a fun session finding her spots and trying a NEW LENS..so crazy fun! Just had to share...check it out...need to really practice but it will be a really fun new addition for seniors to add a bit of crazy fun to the session. Happy Weekend! - [beginning a new season!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/beginning-a-new-season/) - Every year it's exciting and scary to begin anew! This senior portrait season is no different. But so excited to let you all know about the many changes PTP has made this past year, gearing up for the family portrait season and the '12 seniors! we have new website, new blog, new framing artist, updated viewing systems ## Pages - [Custom Maternity, Family, Senior Portraits, & Headshots in West Linn](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/) - Celebrate life's milestones with West Linn portraits. Nancy Steele crafts artistic, heartfelt images that preserve your most cherished memories. - [Legacy Images, fighting cancer with Nancy Steele Portraiture](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/legacy-images-volunteer-portraits-fighting-cancer-nancy-steele-portraiture-west-linn-oregon-portand/) - LEGACY IMAGES Volunteer Portraits, Cancer, Cancer Children, Serving West Linn & the greater Portland, Oregon communities. For many years, I have volunteered for multiple non profit organizations to bring portraiture to those battling a life threatening diagnosis. Not often something I talk about publicly, but recently it felt the time was right to be more - [Portraits with a purpose 2025](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/about-nancy/portraits-with-a-purpose/) - A portrait fundraiser to benefit local non profits! Portraits with a Purpose 2025 This is year 15 of Portraits with a Purpose! I decided to make my annual portrait fundraiser give clients the choose to donate whom they’d like. List to be provided here asap: A Limited amount of sessions will be available, September 27th & WestLinn, portraits, NonProfit, Milwaukie, Oregon - [What you want to know about Nancy Steele Portraiture](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/faqs/) - Where to start? Family Maternity, & HS Seniors Sessions all start by having an in person consultation. During the consultation we will talk about what ideas you have. Clothing choices, hair, make-up, and shaving options are discussed. What is the clothing choice to show the look and feel you want? 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Creating legacy and preserving your memories is so close to my heart, so I hope you had a fantastic experience, one that you cherish and want to share with others! I'd like to ask about your experience and gather feedback and testimonials from you. I'm always - [Need a donation? Contact Nancy Steele Portraiture here!](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/giving-back/) - We are dedicated to giving back to the community that supports our business. Thank you to all that I have had the privilege of creating for through this fabulous organizations. I In twenty years of business, Nancy Steele Portraiture has donated approximately $250,000 of goods and services. Clubs, Teams, Sports, Organizations... we support you all. - [Maternity Portraits West Linn Landing page](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/maternity-lp-2022/) - Choosing which gown to wear from our collection of Couture gowns, may be the hardest decision of the day! 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Sarah Bellum’s Bakery is a non profit dedicated to helping individuals with brain injury. I am proud to support their mission by offering a unique fundraising opportunity called “Portraits with a Purpose”.Nancy Steele Portraiture will offer portrait sessions with THREE donation levels. This event allows participants - [Sunflower Session Giveaway](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/sunflower-giveaway/) - Enter to WIN a sunflower session! Sunflowers are the happy flower... so what's better than creating beautiful images in them.Session will be photographed the week of September 25th Register to WIN a portrait experience in the sunflower fields.The winner will be notified Sept 23rd in the late afternoon! Name Phone Number Email why would you - [July Giveaway](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/west-linn-portrait-giveaway-in-july/) - I am Gifting a gift of Love! 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Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit. Vivamus at nibh bibendum ligula id. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quiatotam rem ## Testimonials - [Kellie M.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/kellie-m/) - Nancy did a great job, and offered many options. We had a great time traveling all over Portland for some great shots in some great locations, some I never knew about! She made the whole experience a fun adventure! I would recommend Nancy any day! Kellie M. - [Candace W.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/candace-w/) - Working with Nancy is simply incredible. She has a great eye for color and composition and always brings her best to any setting. I have had the privilege of knowing and working with her since 2012 and truly believe, she is the best in her industry! Nancy, you will always remain my “go to” for - [Legacy Images-Katherine](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/legacy-images-katherine/) - "I would like to take this opportunity to share my experience with Nancy. Just writing this is emotional. I think it’s important for people to know what an outstanding photographer she is on all counts. Not only does Nancy's talent shine through, but her kindness, giving straight from the heart with wanting nothing in return, - [Emhoff Family](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/emhoff-family/) - Working with Nancy Steele was a great experience! Nancy has a gift of drawing out a person's unique personality and capturing it on film. I was so thrilled with the pictures she captured of my family. We also had Nancy take our daughter's senior pictures. Nancy went above and beyond in the planning process, really - [Joey O.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/joey-o/) - Family portraits! The event that took us only 10 years to do after the first go around. Lets just say the first go around with a different photographer, didn’t go so smoothly. Lots of time, adjustments and uncomfortableness. I finally took the plunge and was so disappointed!!! Why did I take so long to do - [Julie P.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/julie-p/) - I have had the pleasure of knowing Nancy for about 10 years now after the first time she did a family photo session for us. Over the years, Nancy has photographed our family many times, she did senior pictures for our three kids and additionally both my daughters were models for her for various photo - [Karin S.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/karin-s/) - Over the past few years Nancy has done senior portraits for our sons, as well as family portraits... including our two active pups. Her friendly and calm demeanor made each session really enjoyable. She has an incredible attention to detail and her artistic talents are portrayed through her work. We have been thrilled with all - [The Wilks Wedding](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/the-wilks-wedding/) - I have had the privilege of working with Nancy Steele several times and I would definitely recommend her to anyone. Nancy is fun, creative, energetic and extremely talented. She is able to truly capture people’s personalities, because she has a way of making you feel comfortable in front of the camera and she makes sure you’re having - [Andrea B. Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/4493/) - Nancy is AMAZING!! She was everything we could have hoped for and more! My experience with most photographers and children is spending lots of time trying to pose the children and get them into the "perfect" posed picture. Not with Nancy, she took my two year old girl and let her shine! Let her be - [Jen Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/jen-testimonial/) - We had the privilege of having Nancy take our family pictures late last year. Our son had been diagnosed with cancer a little over a year prior and not knowing what the future held, we wanted to have a family picture captured. Nancy did an outstanding job at capturing those special moments of us and - [Ashlie Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/ashlie-testimonial/) - Nancy did an amazing job of capturing a moment in time of our family. Thank you for giving us these memories to cherish for a lifetime. Her talent and sheer love of photography shows in each photo. - [Michelle V. Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/michelle-v-testimonial/) - The session was really fun, loved all the ideas for locations, even when i didn't have any. She listened to what I wanted, even though I didn't know what I wanted. Nancy knows not only what she's doing, especially how to use the light. I loved how they were so carefree. Her friendliness and humor during - [Mary Jo Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/mary-jo-testimonial/) - LOVE.LOVE.LOVE Michelle's pic's! Loved the natural feel, they don't look posed, but just who she is! - [Emily S. Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/emily-s-testimonial/) - My session was so much fun and the pictures came out great! - [Caty B. Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/caty-b-testimonial/) - Neither of my sons wanted to have senior pictures OR to be photographed, so Nancy had a challenge. We came out with AMAZING shots of both and they both ENJOYED it! And she supported our school. - [Peter B. Testimonial](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/peter-b-testimonial/) - Senior Photos... I was told she was a master with the camera and she proved it so! We had fun and she took so many different shots, it's SO worth getting them done professionally. - [Gayle M.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/gayle-m/) - Best Senior Pics I have seen . I compared them to my daughter's friends' Senior Pictures. Nancy wins hands down! - [Diane B.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/diane-b/) - To start, my son was NOT thrilled to have to get senior pictures.. BUT, "it was easy and quick, and they all looked GOOD!" I loved the vibe I got from Nancy and so many recommendations to use her. She captured who he is, she got my son comfortable enough to catch many great smiles. - [Trisha G.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/trisha-g/) - Nancy has the gift of making a person feel relaxed and at ease in any setting. She made our family fee like we were the most important part of her day. We will not go anywhere else! - [Pam P](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/pam-p/) - The images reflect just what our senior and family is... and Nancy captured the essence of our senior son. - [Nootsie & Emily M.](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/nootsie-emily-m/) - Nancy's photography is so natural. I loved how I got to choose and how willing she is to listen and try new and different things. The session was Fabulous and she took what could have been very stressful and made it easy, fun, and enjoyable, the time flew by. Wouldn't have changed a thing, it - [Cheryl A](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/cheryl-a/) - Nancy is an amazing artist and photographer. She photographed my daughter for her senior pictures. She captured my daughters true personality and made it so much fun for her. She is a professional and the experience was so easy…from the photo shoot, to the viewing of pictures (so many choices) to the creative ideas of - [Breathtaking Images](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/breathtaking-images/) - Breathtaking images, you captured my daughter and brought tears to our eyes. I would recommend Nancy all the way, fun and easy to work with. She gives great clothing advice for our family portraits and the Christmas cards she made were so beautiful. The portraits are so unique and the quality of the printed images - [Paulanna](https://nancysteeleportraiture.com/testimonials/paulanna/) - Nancy's positive energy had my son wanting to pose for hours!! She was so great to work with and her keen eye really made for beautiful shots. 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