Hi. I'm Michele Yaede.
Authentic photog lover
This is me. I am an elementary education college graduate with a passion for photography and family. I am a wife and mother to 3 of the most gorgeous babies I've ever seen. I've been photography obsessed since childhood, purchasing my first "big" camera in 2013. I always feel incredibly honored when I am trusted to capture the best of my clients.
Because IT. IS. A. BIG. DEAL. And as much as we all wish we could remember every single thing, with time, it fades. Invest with me in something that will last for decades to come. Because they grow up too quickly and this time won't last forever.
I love moments.
In my photography, my art, it’s what I look for, what I encourage, what I always, 100% of the time try to capture. Because moments are unique to your story. They are real. They are raw. They are true. They are beautiful. And they are YOU. Capturing families as they are now, every part of them, is what I do.
And boy am I aware of how much meaning that carries. I look back at my own family photos and long for the days when my babies little fingers were so squishy. Or when their noses used to crinkle up for a smile. And all I have left of those days are in video and photo. Documenting my most favorite people in the world is one of my biggest priorities and brings so much joy for years and years. We have professional photos taken regularly, because I want to look back at these times and be in them, feel them, cherish them, over and over.
So when you book a photo session, make the most of it! Soak in the moment, the feelings, and just be! Those are the moments that mean the most because it’s who your babies are and why we love them so. Your family photos have the potential to elicit so much. And I’m always beyond honored when I have the opportunity to document for others, because your loved ones are a great gift and the memory of them is so special.
JESSICA // WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR
Michele is everything you could want in a photographer and more. She will charm your children into their sweetest smiles. She is not afraid to get dirty or put herself in some awkward positions for that perfect shot. Her style is unique (love, love, love those candid shots she excels at) and I have to say, I love that she seeks out that “golden hour” for truly stunning backdrops. She makes it all so easy, all you have to do is show up on time and she handles the rest!
VALERIE // EUGENE, OR
Michele is so friendly and personable and makes it look so easy and comfortable to get the perfect shots. Definitely recommend this talented artist!
CHELSEA // SPRINGFIELD, OR
I love my family photos! Michele has a gift of making people feel at ease and comfortable. She went above and beyond making sure we were happy with the pictures. We got real smiles and beautiful art for our home. Thank You!
ERRIN // LANE COUNTY, OR
We had a great time working with Michele. She has incredible energy and connected really well with my shy and guarded kiddos. She was able to capture us all in amazing candid images.
Hannah // springfield, OR
Sweet+Aventure Photo Co was amazing to work with! She loves to capture all the moments of your kiddos! Gets the perfect sunset shots! We are just in love with our photos! Thank you!
Rachel // Eugene, OR
Michele is great! She bonded easily with my kids and did such a great job capturing their personalities. I adore good quality, candid photos and Michele made it happen. Now I just have to decide which ones to hang on the wall!
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