Travels in the Mediterranean -- Featuring the Veneto by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Travel fills the soul and teaches us so much about other cultures and customs. This year, Rich and I traveled to several Mediterranean countries by airplane, train, van, and cruise ship. Welcome to the Veneto region of Italy!

Gondolas on the Grand Canal, Venice, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Arena in Verona, Italy, and a concert is being set up. Photo by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Wa.

Dante marble sculptures and terra cotta buildings in Verona, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Veneto Italy wine country where Prosecco grapes are grown by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio located in Bremerton, Washington offers a wide range of photography services: headshots, portraiture, branding photography, engagements and weddings, commercial photography, real estate photography, fine art photography, travel and photography instruction. Contact Jolly at www.jollysiendaphotography.com, 240-899-5295, info@jollysiendaphotography.com, Google, Facebook, and Instagram.

The Majestic Twin Peak Brothers Mountains of the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Pacific Northwest landscapes capture the hearts and souls of residents of the Puget Sound, and I am lucky to have this view of the Olympic Mountains as often as they care to show off. Any of these images and more from my library can be made into treasured metal or acrylic fine art prints for your wall. Copy imagery by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, Washington. Contact me through the website, T: 240-899-5295, E: info@jollysiendaphotography.com.

Brothers Mountain stands above the fog by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, WA

Sunset Firestorm, Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

The Brothers Mountains and it’s water reflection on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography

Full Moon and the Olympic Mountains over the Puget Sound at Dawn by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Full Moon and the Brothers Mountain by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn landscape, the Brothers Mountain, and a cormorant on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, WA.

Golden Halo Clouds over the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Blanket of pink and blue cumulus clouds over the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Brothers Mountain and its summer reflection on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Fogs slowly lifts off the Puget Sound up to the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Hot pink sunrise, full moon drops, and The Brothers Mountain with fog over the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography

Exploring your home, both indoors and outdoors, with your camera and have fun with photography!

Yeah, it’s a Pandemic and yes, we’re staying at home for the most part. So, letting go and allowing yourself to get creative with your camera or camera phone and have fun and relax — get into the zone —will probably surprise you because you will get great pictures and you will learn a few new tricks. Like working with macro photography and using a macro lens. All of the shots below were taken with a Canon 100 mm lens and some with flash. Are you excited to learn more! Yay!!!

Jolly Sienda Photography offers one-on-one photography lessons either virtually and in person doing it safely. We’re based in Bremerton, Washington. Contact me at 240-899-5295 / info@jollysiendaphotography.com, or via the website - here - to inquire about classes and specials we’re offering now for classes. Here’s some fun photos that I hope make you smile and make you think about what you can do with your camera at home!

Macro shot of a Daylily by Jolly Sienda Photography

Portrait photography and pet photography by Jolly Sienda Photography

Author and love of my life, Richard Anderson, at home writing and researching his new book. Photo credit Jolly Sienda Photography.

Want to become a better photographer and learn more about how to use your camera? Jolly Sienda Photography, located in Bremerton, Washington, offers one-on-one photography lessons either virtually and in person and we do it safely. Contact me at 240-899-5295 / info@jollysiendaphotography.com to inquire about classes and costs. Here’s some fun photos that I hope make you smile and make you think about what you can do with your camera at home!

Jolly Sienda Photography follows Washington State COVID19 guidelines for health and safety.

Beach and Waterview Escapes by Jolly Sienda Photography

We woke up this morning, 4/18/20, to much needed rain in the Pacific Northwest to nourish our gardens and fresh plantings. Many of us will be inside today so to honor that let's spend a few minutes together and visit some beaches and waterfront views; near and far. I hope you are healthy and staying safe. We're in this together...Jolly. COVID19 go away! Photos on the Web by Jolly Sienda Photography. If you fall in love with an image, please let us know. Metal photography prints are available in many sizes from 11 x 14 to 24 x 36. https://www.jollysiendaphotography.com/fineart We can print anything from this blog post for you, or anything from our website, and the photo may not be posted on the Fine Art section of the website yet — so please ask us about it so we can order it for you. PAYPAL and credit cards are accepted. Please allow time for delivery, especially during the pandemic health crisis. Thank you.

Fog Lifting, Anacortes, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography (Black and White).

Haystacks, Cannon Beach, OR., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Sailing Away, Puget Sound, Salish Sea, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Floating on a Pastel Bay, Tracyton, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Jolly Sienda Photography is based in Bremerton, Washington. An award winning photographer, Jolly and her partner Richard travel around the world in search of beautiful imagery. Own a one-of-a-kind fine art photography print at https://www.jollysiendaphotography.com/fineart. Or contact us at info@jollysiendaphotography.com and at Tel: 240-899-5295. PAYPAL and credit cards accepted.

Regain your Mental and Physical Strength by Enjoying Nature Through Social Distancing

In this time of change and worldwide awareness for our health and safety it's important to do our best to remain calm, take care of ourselves, and I believe get back to the basics of life. As you know, I recently lost Anabel, my mom, and I'm grateful she passed before the Pandemic. In honor of her life I took a few days last week to recharge my batteries and soul and to remember her legacy. I walked the beach, felt the wind on my face, collected agates and rocks, breathed fresh air, hiked, and enjoyed the comfort of natural surroundings. I'd like to share this now with you in the hope that it may brighten your day wherever you are - Jolly

Towering evergreens over Ruby Beach at sunset by Jolly Sienda Photography

Ruby Beach, Wednesday, March 23, 2020, Olympic National Park at Kalaloch by Jolly Sienda Photography

Warm afternoon light frames the Robin on the wooden fence by Jolly Sienda Photography

Towering evergreen trees at the Hoh Rain Forest, Olympic National Park, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Herd of wild elk graze for food at the Hoh Rain Forest Olympic National Park by Jolly Sienda Photography

Jolly Sienda, owner of Jolly Sienda Photography is a photojournalist covering people for all life events (weddings, engagements, career, family), worldwide scenic natural places and cultural landscapes, food, real estate, and commercial photography. Please contact us in Bremerton, WA., at 240-899-5295 / info@jollysiendaphotography.com

Abstract Photography is Soothing to the Soul and the Eye

Let’s get away to a quieter, more tranquil place where we feel at peace with ourselves and our surroundings. Looking at my abstract photography puts me in a better mood and takes me to a calm, happy place. The following images are part of the Jolly Sienda Photography abstract photography collection. They are available in metal or custom framed photo prints starting at size 11 x 17. Contact me today to learn more at info@jollysiendaphotography.com or Tel: 240-899-5295. Large custom sizes are available by special order.

Tranquil Pools of Water and Pebbles

Painted Rippled Sunset and Sailboat Masts

Single Seagull Drifts on a Cloud Painted Ocean.

Shades of Green Watercolor Paints on the Puget Sound.

Sunrise over Dyes Inlet and a Seagull.

Rich Autumn Color is Dreamy for Nature and Landscape Photographers

Look in your backyard and grab your camera! This is the time of year to capture autumns richest colors at their peak. In my Kitsap Peninsula, Washington backyard, we love our beautiful Red Maple tree. In fact, this photo is one of my best fine art photography print sellers! Everyone loves the oriental style tree line and the warm red color or the leaves. And, I didn’t have to hop on a plane and fly to New England to get this fall color!

Maple Tree, Bremerton, Washington.

I’m amazed at the variety of colors of the trees found in Washington State and throughout the West. From New Mexico to the Olympic Peninsula and Canada there is so much beauty! Americas nature playground provides a bountiful display for landscape and nature photographers.

Get out there and enjoy! Here’s my friend Rachel Zachary taking a walk along the burning Aspens along the Rio Grand near Taos, New Mexico. So relaxing!

Better hurry — the color won’t last long.

Jolly Sienda Photography offers personal instruction for budding photographers who want to be more comfortable with their cameras and see things differently when they photograph the world. Contact me today and lets have some fun together!

Photography in Your Flower Garden

Whether you're a professional photographer or learning about photography a great way to learn and practice your skills is to go out into your yard and photograph the flowers in your garden. I love to experiment with wide angle and macro lens for this.

This is a great way to understand color, texture, depth of field, design, and to train your photography eyes. Don't get discouraged. Let the natural world pull you in and keep practicing with you camera. Over time, I know you will be thrilled with your results! When you are -- make up some prints of your flowers and display them on your wall as a fine art photography gallery! So pretty!!

See something you love! Please let me know! I'd love to hear from you. Fine art photography by Jolly Sienda Photography is available on this website or by contacting me.

Cat's are Quirky, Curious, Interesting, and Fun Creatures for Travel Photography

When I'm traveling I'm always looking for interesting subjects to photograph. Cats are unique because they have attitude and presence. They make a statement wherever they are. And, I love photographing them!

Tuxedo cat sits on a window ledge of a tole painted building, Oberammergau, Germany. This cat reminded me of my kitty, Topaz, also a Tuxedo cat and a charmer!

I love to catch cats when they could care less about me watching them. However, sometimes,  cats are eager and willing to be the stars in the picture!  From the left, cats on a bench in Kotor, Montenegro; center is an orange tabby cat on stucco stairs in Mykonos, Greece; right is a cat watching us eat at a marina in Kusadasi, Turkey.

It's really nice when you have great light, shadows, and textures to work with in your photo; and, there is the cat in the space. This is a photo I've sold many time from my fine art photography collection. I took the picture while traveling in Mykonos, Greece. It was taken at sunset.

New Pacific Northwest Fine Art Photography Landscapes

Tulips and a Red Barn in the Skagit Valley. This metal print is available for purchase via Fine Art Photography on the website.

Reflection on Liberty Bay. This metal print is available for purchase. Contact me.

Nature Scenes and the Feeling of Tranquility

Winter weather can surprise and delight me all at the same time...when it offers soft, tranquil, pastel-like colors.

The serene colors of nature's natural beauty puts me in a dreamy state of mind.