Bella Bella Italy - We Enjoyed Our Visit So Much!

Italy. The food, the wine, ancient history surrounds you, photo opportunities at every corner. Go in early spring, fall or winter when less are less crowds and tourists and more time for you, your family and friends, and to enjoy!! Here are some photos from our May 2024 trip to Florence, Chianti, Siena, San Gimignano, Cortona, and the Veneto (Venice, Burano, Murano) and more!

Aerial shot of Florence, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Artistic Cypress Trees line a Tuscan hillside in Chianti by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Sunrise, a Tuscan vineyard, Cortona Italian villages, and the mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Siena’s city hall at high noon where the Palio is an annual event by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Tuscan hill-town San Gimignano by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

San Marco, St. Marks Capenella and the Doges Palace in Venice, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Island of Burano and painted houses on the canal, near Venice, Italy, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Murano glass balls, Island of Murano near Venice, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Gondolier, a gondola, sails on the Grand Canal, Venice, Italy, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Black and white gondola glides through a canal alongside Venetian buildings by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Sunset on the Arno River and some boating activity on the river by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Dancing in front of the San Marco Basilica, Venice, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

A gondolier in his gondola passes under the Rialto Bridge on the Grand Canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Loading up colored bags onto boats on the Bridge of Sighs canal by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

International Hare Krishna dancers in Burano, outside of Venice, Italy, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Wedding photos at San Marco Basilica, Venice, Italy by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington

Rich and Jolly taken after wine tasting in Chianti, Italy! Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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Autumn 2023 in the Pacific Northwest Keeps on Giving by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Wow, Thanksgiving is in three days, and our weather in the Pacific Northwest, Kitsap Peninsula, El Nino 2023, continues to be fantastic for scenic outdoor landscape photos, as well as providing great autumn color for family photoshoots. It’s been fun and busy! So, thankful for the great weather and enjoying autumn! Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio located in East Bremerton. Appointments at the website and by contacting Jolly at: info@jollysiendaphotography.com

Pretty autumn view from of Dyes Inlet from Lions Park by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn family photos in Bremerton, Washington, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn slowly fading in the trees by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Autumn family photography with pets by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Snow Geese arrive from the North to the Skagit Valley annually in autumn by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

Great family fun with pumpkins and autumn leaves by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Flock of geese fly slow across the water as autumn fog rises up to evergreens, maples and mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Single red leaf with dense autumn background by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio.

Late afternoon with family at the park on a sunny autumn day by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Large old oak tree is red and orange with late autumn color by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Family fun photoshoot in the autumn leaves by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio located in East Bremerton. Appointments at the website and by contacting Jolly at: info@jollysiendaphotography.com, T: 240-899-5295.

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.

Visionary Branding Images for Your Website and Business Calling Cards --Commercial Photography

What's the message you desire to portray to your customers. Do you want to show warmth and a willingness to listen and help others? Is your product or service communicating excellence, expertise, and what it’s meant to do? The images on your website, business cards, social media, and marketing materials are your calls to action with the printed words. With over 25 years of public relations and photography experience Jolly Sienda Photography is interested in collaborating with you to create and capture the heartbeat of YOU and your company. Please contact us in Bremerton, WA at 240-899-5295 call / text, Email: info@jollysiendaphotography.com / Website: jollysiendaphotography@jollysiendaphotographycom

What is your message?

Jolly Sienda Photography is offering 10 percent off of all portrait and website branding sessions.

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

Commercial co-working and rental office space, Have -A- Space, Silverdale, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography

FIX-Auto, Silverdale, WA., 10 Missions Media, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Photojournalism Wedding Photography by Jolly Sienda Photography

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (RET. USA) and Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta (RET USA), National Defense University, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Pollard Dental, Silverdale, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Liz Vaughn, Farmers Insurance Agent, Port Orchard, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Holiday R & R at the ABC Islands and Spirit Specials

Happy Holidays to you and yours from our family to you during our vacation to the ABC Islands with stops in Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire, Domincan Republic, Bahamas, and Fort Lauderdale to see friends and relatives.

Happy New Year and all that jazz! May we continue to enjoy and sob over the bizarre and unbelievable news that 2020 may bring us. And, bask in the sunshine of pleasure capturing and creating timeless memories with our cameras! Enjoy our pics!

One of many beautiful Bahama islands!

Colorful painted Dutch buildings at Bonaire, ABC Islands

Sunrise lights up the clouds as our ship approaches the island of Aruba!

The Bear Necessities by Air Boat and a Float Plane in Alaska!

Seeing spectacular scenery with friends in Alaska is a blast! Add a ride in a float plane, a ride on an air boat, and coastal brown bears looking for fish at low tide with a majestic glacier mountain background — what could be better, right!? This was an experience I will never forget! Thank you Rich, Karen, Eric, and our skilled guides for getting us close to the bears and wildlife life to photograph them in the wilderness at Cook Inlet, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. Here are some of my favorite photos from August 25, 2019. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography. Tour by Alaska Bear Adventures.

Coastal Brown Bears, Illaimna Volcano, Kachemak Bay

Large Brown Bear so close to us — about 30 feet away!

Bear yoga!

Sibling Bear Love!

Bear behavoir

Getting ready to take off in the air boat to photograph bears!

Just hanging out with the bears!

Arrived at Kachemak Bay via a float plane by courtesy of Alaska Bear Adventures

A Day at the Beach at Fripp Island and Exploring Savannah

There’s nothing like having your toes in the sand, the sound of the surf, finding seashell treasures on the beach, and exploring the antebellum architecture and historic squares of Savannah, Georgia, and Fripp Island, South Carolina. Our family has roots in both areas so every other year or so, we travel there to enjoy some family time and southern hospitality. Here are some favorite pictures of the trip featuring cultural photography and landscape photography of the Spanish Moss and the easy island lifestyle.

Sunrise over the marsh and palm trees at Fripp Island; a barrier island off of South Carolina

Shrimp fishing boats and the dock at Port Royal, South Carolina.

Sandpipers peck at jellyfish on the beach at Fripp Island.

Large squid close to shore along the beach.

Osprey with the catch of the day! The Osprey hold the fish in his talons and takes off from the beach.

Even the deer like walking on the beach! We loved out time at Savannah and Fripp Island!

Jolly Sienda Photography captures and tells stories. Hire her today for weddings, engagements, stock photography, commercial photography, and lifestyle branding portraiture at Tel: 240-899-5295, email: 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.