One Tree Photography

The Woman Behind One Tree

Before anything else, I'm Jessica Peterson, wife of Trevor, and mama to Abigail and Waldron. I've been a whole lot of things in my life (waitress, middle school teacher, Barnes & Noble bookseller, blackjack dealer…), but this is what I was meant to be doing. I always wanted to be an artist – I had that burning something inside telling me to CREATE, but I couldn't draw or paint or sculpt. Photography had been a hobby since college, but it wasn’t until my daughter was born that I really embraced it as a creative outlet.

Before setting out on my own, I worked for one of those busy photo studio chains. There were things I liked and things I didn't, but I learned a lot about what is really important to me as a photographer. (Hint: it's not about getting the perfect smile.) I've also learned that while I can't draw, I CAN see. My artistic gift is my vision, and it's made even stronger as a mother. There is beauty in everything – in eyes and details and gestures and glances. I'd love to share some of what I see with you.

Aug 18 2012

Newborn Beckett {Seattle Newborn Photography}

On Monday I got to photograph newborn Beckett, Jennie and Wes’ third child. It was a gorgeous, sunny day and we started our session outside. How I love taking newborn babies outside! Of course, Beckett was mostly interested in eating, so we didn’t spend a ton of time outside, but I love the images we got. Doesn’t he have the coolest hair? If newborns have a lot of hair, it seems like it’s usually very dark, but Beckett’s hair is a very light brown with golden highlights. So pretty! (I mean handsome.)

Willa and Finn seem to be doing really well with a new baby in the house, and I got to see first hand how much Willa ADORES her baby brother. Willa and Finn are each just a few months older than my Abby and Wally, so I was especially interested to see how they were handling the transition. They filled me with hope, for sure.Jennie and Wes, congratulations on your absolutely beautiful baby boy! I can’t wait to watch him grow.