My friends Catherine, Michael & Madeline Abegg-Manalo with their canine clan, Chloe, Ella & O’Malley. Check out Catherine’s photography here.
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WASHINGTONIANS - There are three library levy measures on the ballot in next Tuesday’s statewide election to benefit @snoislelibraries , @seattlepubliclibrary , and @spokanecountylibrary. All are labeled as Prop 1 on their ballots, all fund core library operations, all are to renew or restore funding, and all need a simple majority to pass.
Libraries do a lot more than lend books. They offer free access to internet, computers, and wifi. They teach people how to use email, write resumes, and apply for jobs. They build community. As a mom, I regularly attended storytime with my kid, and we go every three weeks to re-up on books to meet summer reading goals. Did you know that our libraries offer help with homework, online tutoring for students, and adult literacy classes? Tax prep assistance, meeting rooms to reserve. All of these are free to us regardless of income, background, or immigration status. When funding is cut, branches close, have shorter hours, and fewer staff. The library that raised you can’t do the same for your kids.
Vote YES on Prop 1, and make sure your ballot is postmarked or dropped off by 8pm next Tuesday, 8/4.
Meanwhile, enjoy some photos I made for @snoislelibraries !
A sample of faves from the years that I documented the incredible community at @ritual.house.
In honor of @bethorton `s ninth album, to be released this Friday, here`s a photo I made at the @showbox on 5/21/2003, when she touring on her fourth. She`ll be at @washingtonhall206 on 10/3/2026.
Portraits of the dynamos over at Interior Design Studio @charliehellstern including Chief Comfort Officer, Milo! On the site of one of their projects, Vitus’ Belltown HQ. Charlie teamed up with @madebyshore for a branding and website refresh last year. I first connected with Charlie in 2020 for portraits at Loom House on Bainbridge. My stylist @ryannbrady_hmu and I fell in love with her style, humor, and confidence, and it’s been a treat to continue to work together.
In honor of the last old_fire_house_teen_center concert tonight before they demo and build anew, here is a throwback photo of @_thecatch before a show in 2005, taken by my sister. L-R, @carlynicklaus, @iluvrightnow, @therevalissa, and me.
Promos for @thelindywest new book, Adult Braces, back before the braces came off. Buy it, read it, form your own opinions and have IRL discussion at @townhall_seattle TOMORROW or go see her in Austin on 4/22.
makeup by @ryannbrady_hmu
hair by @jennyslay
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Kip BeelmanOn the money.
benj haischjenny, your work is phenomenal. honestly. your images always just feel so “genuine”. I appreciate that.
Catherine AbeggAmazing… thank you so much for documenting our family & our lives & our love for each other, as we are in this time of our lives… this shoot meant so much to us, and will definitely be one that we’ll look back on for years, hopefully generations, to come. You are a true artist, and your art is in your unmatchable ability to be in every moment, as they happen, even when nobody else seems to realize it’s happening. You captured *us* perfectly… I am forever grateful to you, JennyJ!!! Thank you so much for being there for us, with us… I don’t know what to say! I can barely type through the tears! I will repay you in hugs & kisses for the rest of our lives, if you’ll let me. xo.
julie harmsenso real it makes me want to jump in and play with them.
matt sloanyou just keep getting better and better! sooo goood!
Drew WOh my gosh JJ!!! Knocked down impressed.
ErikaMI’m in love with your style of work! I just found your blog through Catherine Abegg and in awe with this session. Every piece about it seems so real and genuine.
erin h.such a great family- love all of these, jenny.
Christinesuch a beautiful family. love these moments – you are an amazing journalist of photos, jj.
Laurel McConnellLove it!!!!! Super sweet portraits of some awesomely fun folks.
elizabeththese are so beautiful. and this family’s love for one another radiates from the screen! looking at these mother-daughter moments in particular makes me wish your friend catherine would write a book about parenting!
JuliannaOh, oh, oh, oh… I love this family, including the dogs! Beautiful work xx
Caroline GhetesWow, this session is pretty epic. Love it!
hughjenny, you really are the best, i believe.
jeff marshlove these guys! very well captured
Brian DavisThese shots are incredible!
taraMy heart is pounding. Yes yes yes. This is what it is all about. THIS. IS. WHAT. IT. IS. ALL. ABOUT.
samm blakebeautiful x
betsyJust lovely. : )
HeatherOh my. Oh how I love these. That one of Catherine hugging maddie from behind is so touching. Michael is so adorable with his beard. And Catherine SHINES! Wonderful set my girl.
JamesI feel you. It’s good.
Fer JuaristiAnd this is life!
Beautiful captures.
marySo lovely.
dorothy huynhgosh, your work is so beautiful and real! love it
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