Tula Yoga and Jiu-Jitsu–Longview, WA

While visiting Washington state recently, I had the opportunity to stop by and take photos for Tula Yoga and Jiu-Jitsu.

Upon walking in, this serenity greets you.

To the right of the studio, the Jiu-Jitsu mat resides. The space is open, bright and inviting for those that want to take a roll around the mat.

To the left, is the calming and relaxing ambiance of the yoga studio.

I enjoyed the small, purposeful details of the studio.

If you are ever in the area, be sure to stop by Tula. Let them know Michelle Slape sent you. If you get a funny look, it is likely because one of the owners is my sister-in-law, also Michelle Slape.

The Women Behind Sweetie Pea Creations

I was excited when Marilyn of Barker Home Services asked me to take some promotional pictures of her and her daughter for their new business, Sweetie Pea Creations.

(Quick testimonial about Sweetie Pea Creations - When Marilyn told me about these new bath products that utilize sea salt, I was curious and purchased a fragrance oil and body scrub from her. I wanted to try the products out mostly because they smelled wonderful and was skeptical about the "healing" trait of sea salt.  I had used the body scrub and fragrance oil (in place of body lotion) for only 2 days when I noticed that a patch of eczema that I had on my foot had disappeared. This dry patch of skin had been there for SEVEN years and prescription creams and lotions had never made a change on it. I was AMAZED to say the least that the sea salt products had made a difference in only TWO days!)

We set out to a local park to photograph some headshots of this mother/daughter team. Little Miss J is part owner in Sweetie Pea Creations, so we let her call the shots on some of the images. :)

This is my favorite image from the day of the duo!

Miss J had had an idea to take some pictures of her at the playground. It sure brought out a big smile out of her!

Here are some of the great (delicious smelling) products from Sweetie Pea Creations.

In addition to their bath products, they also have a line of charm bracelets. I am learning that there seems to be a charm for just about everything - including motorcycles, professing a loving for chocolate, and even one for a C-5. Ah-mazing. ;)

At a recent wedding, Miss J caught the bride's bouquet. She wanted to incorporate it into the photo session so not only did we use it as a background for the products (see above), but she used it as a prop for her solo headshot.

Marilyn is a business-savvy woman and I am sure this new endeavor will be a success! She definitely already has a devoted fan in me! :) 

Don't forget to check out Sweetie Pea Creations on Facebook as well!